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Celebrity Hall of Fame
From world-class cricketers to football legends,
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Gala regularly works with the world’s greatest sporting icons.
Here are just some of our high profile colleagues.
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One of darts' finest ever players, Raymond van Barneveld is a five time World Champion and Darts Premier League winner. Here he takes on our questions in this edition of Famous Fives!
Famous Fives: Raymond van Barneveld
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Two weight World Champion, and 2016 boxer of the year, Carl Frampton answers a range of questions about his incredible career and then talks us through his all-time top 5 boxers.
Famous Fives: Carl Frampton
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The London Gold Cup Lunch 2026 was another spectacular success, bringing together racing fans, corporate guests and sporting legends for an unforgettable afternoon of Cheltenham Hospitality in the stunning surroundings of The Oval.
Hosted in the prestigious 175 Suite, guests enjoyed one of the capital’s standout Cheltenham Gold Cup Hospitality events as the biggest day in National Hunt racing unfolded live on the giant screens. With the iconic Oval wicket as the backdrop and the electric atmosphere of Gold Cup Friday filling the room, the event once again delivered a perfect blend of sport, entertainment and premium hospitality.
Guests were welcomed with a three-course lunch and a six-hour complimentary bar, creating a relaxed yet lively setting to enjoy the day’s racing. Throughout the afternoon, our professional racing expert provided on-screen tips and insights, helping guests follow the runners and riders across Cheltenham’s famous Prestbury Park.
A major highlight of the day came from our two special guests, football legend Glenn Hoddle and former heavyweight world champion Frank Bruno. Glenn captivated the audience with fascinating stories from his playing days with Tottenham Hotspur and England, as well as his experiences managing the national team. Meanwhile, Frank Bruno had the room thoroughly entertained with his trademark humour and larger-than-life personality, sharing memorable moments from his incredible boxing career.
The event was expertly hosted by Sky Sports presenter Pete Graves, whose energy and sporting knowledge kept the afternoon flowing seamlessly, guiding guests through the racing action and engaging interviews with both sporting icons. With the Cheltenham Gold Cup itself delivering thrilling drama on the track, the atmosphere inside the 175 Suite was buzzing throughout the afternoon as guests followed every moment of the action.
The London Gold Cup Lunch once again proved to be one of the premier Cheltenham Hospitality events in the capital, combining world-class sport, exceptional hospitality and unforgettable stories from some of Britain’s greatest sporting figures. 
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Five time Six Nations winner, Irish rugby icon and veteran of three British and Irish Lions Tours, Conor Murray answers a range of questions about his incredible career and then talks us through an all-time five a side team.
Famous Fives: Conor Murray
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With 65 Caps, Scott Hastings is an icon of Scottish Rugby as well as a veteran of two British and Irish Lions Tours. Here Scott answers a range of questions about his top level career and then picks an all-time five a side team.
Famous Fives: Scott Hastings
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The London Gold Cup Lunch 2026 was another spectacular success, bringing together racing fans, corporate guests and sporting legends for an unforgettable afternoon of Cheltenham Hospitality in the stunning surroundings of The Oval.
Hosted in the prestigious 175 Suite, guests enjoyed one of the capital’s standout Cheltenham Gold Cup Hospitality events as the biggest day in National Hunt racing unfolded live on the giant screens. With the iconic Oval wicket as the backdrop and the electric atmosphere of Gold Cup Friday filling the room, the event once again delivered a perfect blend of sport, entertainment and premium hospitality.
Guests were welcomed with a three-course lunch and a six-hour complimentary bar, creating a relaxed yet lively setting to enjoy the day’s racing. Throughout the afternoon, our professional racing expert provided on-screen tips and insights, helping guests follow the runners and riders across Cheltenham’s famous Prestbury Park.
A major highlight of the day came from our two special guests, football legend Glenn Hoddle and former heavyweight world champion Frank Bruno. Glenn captivated the audience with fascinating stories from his playing days with Tottenham Hotspur and England, as well as his experiences managing the national team. Meanwhile, Frank Bruno had the room thoroughly entertained with his trademark humour and larger-than-life personality, sharing memorable moments from his incredible boxing career.
The event was expertly hosted by Sky Sports presenter Pete Graves, whose energy and sporting knowledge kept the afternoon flowing seamlessly, guiding guests through the racing action and engaging interviews with both sporting icons. With the Cheltenham Gold Cup itself delivering thrilling drama on the track, the atmosphere inside the 175 Suite was buzzing throughout the afternoon as guests followed every moment of the action.
The London Gold Cup Lunch once again proved to be one of the premier Cheltenham Hospitality events in the capital, combining world-class sport, exceptional hospitality and unforgettable stories from some of Britain’s greatest sporting figures.
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See highlights of our incredible England v India Test match hospitality in the Wyatt Suite at Edgbaston in 2025. Special guests on the day were Steve Harmison, Graham Gooch and Darren Gough!
England v India: Edgbaston Test 2025
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Our Lord's Long Room Lunch 2025 featured cricketing stars, Kumar Sangakkara, Liam Livingstone and Steve Harmison. Check out highlights of this top-class corporate hospitality event! 
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Check out highlights from our superb British and Irish Lion Tour Preview Lunch in 2025, featuring Lawrence Dallaglio, Conor Murray, Scott Hastings & Shane Williams! 
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Euro 2024 Big Screen Event: The Oval Celebrity Tweets
@GalaEventsUK@DGoughie looking forward to T20 Blast Finals Day with us here are Edgbaston. Have a great day everyone! pic.twitter.com/F9AFhiWaHR
— Gala Events (@GalaEventsUK) July 18, 2026
— Gala Events (@GalaEventsUK) September 9, 2026
📍 Checking in at @Edgbaston pic.twitter.com/mW4s7cR0LJ
— Gala Events (@GalaEventsUK) September 9, 2026
The 2026 Gala Events Golf Classic with Les Ferdinand and Graeme Swann 😀⛳️ pic.twitter.com/fVqvNao4Vr
— Gala Events (@GalaEventsUK) September 5, 2026
We are deeply saddened to learn that the legendary Kevin Keegan has passed away aged 75.
— Gala Events (@GalaEventsUK) July 20, 2026
We were fortunate enough to call him a friend having worked with him on many occasions.
A special man. RIP 💔 pic.twitter.com/3WKcnckgG8
A great day in prospect here at Edgbaston for the T20 Blast Finals Day #Cricket pic.twitter.com/vAtdluIMcF
— Gala Events (@GalaEventsUK) July 18, 2026
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