Our Team
A small, dedicated team working year-round across polo, membership, hospitality, events and the day-to-day running of Ham Polo Club.
Shaun Edwardes
Oversees the day-to-day running of all aspects of Ham Polo Club, working across polo, operations, membership, events, facilities and the wider Club team to ensure the Club runs smoothly throughout the year.
General Manager
Arabella Ellisson
Membership, Office & Events Manager
Leads membership and office operations at Ham Polo Club, overseeing member services, Club administration and the coordination of events, while playing a key role in the wider day-to-day management of Ham Polo Club.
Focused on developing players through the Polo Academy, supporting members with horses and pony strings, and representing Ham Polo Club both on and off the field.
Director of Polo Development
Antonino Menard
Lily Paterson-Neil
Marketing & Events Manager
Leads Ham Polo Club’s marketing, communications and event delivery, overseeing campaigns, social media, partnerships, ticketing, audience growth and the planning and execution of events across the Club calendar.
Director of Polo Operations
George Meyrick
Responsible for the scheduling and smooth running of polo at Ham Polo Club, alongside the management and maintenance of the Club’s playing and equestrian facilities.
Stable Manager
Sara Riesgo
Leads all equine-related operations at Ham Polo Club, including the stables, grooms, horse welfare and day-to-day equestrian requirements, while also coordinating riding and polo lessons.
Oversees the operation and growth of the Ham Polo Club Clubhouse, supporting in-house catering, managing Clubhouse staff and leading on-the-day event operations to ensure a smooth guest experience.
Clubhouse Operations Manager
Stuart Paterson
Executive Chef
Matteo Paoloni
Manages the culinary offering at Ham Polo Club, including all kitchen operations, catering suppliers, menu development and food delivery across match days, private events and Clubhouse hospitality.
Board of Directors
Simon Chamberlain Director
Louise Owen Treasurer
Mark Sheldon Director
Hugo Davis Director
Benjie Davis Director
James Holloway Director
Registered Office: Ham Polo Club Ltd, Petersham Road, Richmond, Surrey TW10 7AH
Company Registration Number: 12517769
Owned by the Members of Ham Polo Club