In the darkest days of winter, the 2023 cricket season is the light at the end of the tunnel. We can picture it now. Sunshine beaming down on emerald turf. The thrill of smashed sixes and shattered wickets. Everyday stresses melting away amongst sporting drama, ice-cold drinks and good company.
In fact, the only way to improve a cricket match is to experience it with Gala. Our cricket hospitality team pulls out all the stops to turn a great day out into an unforgettable one, offering everything from executive lounges at the UK’s iconic venues to gourmet meals and match analysis from celebrity guests.
Be sure to check our cricket hospitality page for all the latest news as the season approaches. In the meantime, here are five 2023 events that demand a place in your diary.
Men’s Ashes Hospitality – Step into the heart of summer’s biggest clash
The Aussies are coming, but Ben Stokes’ England side have no fear, boasting a cohort of hungry young players inspired by the so-called ‘bazball’ tactics of new head coach Brendon McCullum.
With Ashes Tests to be held from June 16th to July 31st at Edgbaston, Lord’s, Headingley, Old Trafford and The Oval, you’ve plenty of opportunities to watch this clash of the titans – but don’t settle for a seat in the stands. Our Ashes cricket hospitality is designed to wow clients and make memories, offering a better view than the umpire, luxury seating you won’t want to leave, gourmet food and celebrity guests from the sport’s hall of fame. Get in touch and let’s start creating your day.
Men’s Ashes Series
- Thursday June 22 – Monday June 26: One-off Test Match, Trent Bridge
- Saturday July 1: 1st T20I, Edgbaston
- Wednesday July 5: 2nd T20I, The Kia Oval
- Saturday July 8: 3rd T20I, Lord’s
- Wednesday July 12: 1st ODI, Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol
- Sunday July 16: 2nd ODI, The Ageas Bowl
- Tuesday July 18: 3rd ODI, Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton
Women’s Ashes Hospitality – Cheer our female cricketers to a fightback
England’s women will be out for revenge after a tough 2022 in which they were edged out of the 50-over World Cup by Australia and pipped by India at the Commonwealth Games.
Fortunately, the side has the players for a fightback – from recent century-scorer Sophia Dunkley to livewire bowler Issy Wong – and will be hungry to impress the home crowd during a multi-format series played from Edgbaston to Lords in June and July. They’ll supply the action, but Gala will provide the luxury, giving you unmatched views over the crease from the stadium’s most comfortable seating, and sweetening the deal with fine foods, all-day refreshments and drop-ins from your heroes.
Women’s Ashes Series
- Thursday June 22 – Monday June 26: One-off Test Match, Trent Bridge
- Saturday July 1: 1st T20I, Edgbaston
- Wednesday July 5: 2nd T20I, The Kia Oval
- Saturday July 8: 3rd T20I, Lord’s
- Wednesday July 12: 1st ODI, Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol
- Sunday July 16: 2nd ODI, The Ageas Bowl
- Tuesday July 18: 3rd ODI, Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton
Edgbaston Hospitality – Experience an icon of British sport
You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to test cricket this summer, and Gala can unlock every perk you desire at the ground of your choice. But if you’ve never watched top-level cricket at Edgbaston Stadium before, might we suggest the fabled Birmingham venue (and home of Warwickshire County Cricket Club) as the perfect setting for an event to impress friends and clients?
Whether you choose the Ashes or T20 series, there’s always an unbeatable atmosphere here in the Midlands, and with Gala proud to offer an exclusive luxury lounge to clients, our Edgbaston cricket hospitality is cricket as you’ve never experienced it before.
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T20 Cricket Hospitality – Watch England take on the Kiwis
It’s not too early to start planning for England’s late-summer clash against New Zealand – and never too soon to book the Gala T20 cricket hospitality that throws fairydust over these already tantalising meetings.
From August 30th to September 5th, there’ll be no greater thrill for English cricket fans than cheering on our reigning T20 World Cup winners. But the Black Caps certainly won’t roll over, ensuring a crackle of electricity in the air at the four dates scheduled for Durham’s SEAT Unique Riverside, Manchester’s Emirates Old Trafford, Birmingham’s Edgbaston Cricket Ground and Nottingham’s Trent Bridge. Choose your ground, dream up your additions – from catering to star guests – and get in touch with the Gala team to make your T20 hospitality a reality.
Men’s T20I series v New Zealand
- Wednesday August 30: 1st T20I, Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-Street
- Friday September 1: 2nd T20I, Emirates Old Trafford
- Sunday September 3: 3rd T20I, Edgbaston
- Tuesday September 5: 4th T20I, Trent Bridge
Lords Cricket Hospitality – Wine and dine at our Lord’s Long Room Lunch
It’s fair to say that our Lord’s lunch is the stuff of legends. Now a much-loved date in the cricketing diary, Gala’s Ashes-themed lunch is the perfect way to get the lowdown on the famous cricket rivalry between England and Australia.
Sit back and marvel at the banqueting room’s stunning décor and vintage cricket artwork, before fine food and refreshments are served to your table and you enjoy the wit and wisdom of A-list guest speakers that in past years have included Sir Alastair Cook and Michael Vaughan.
Gala’s next Lord’s Long Room Lunch is on June 21st, with Phil Tufnell already confirmed to appear, and two further cricketing A-listers to follow.
To learn more about Gala’s cricket hospitality, call 0800 195 4250, email sales@galahospitality.co.uk or complete our enquiry form. We look forward to hearing from you.
