YOUR OVAL EXPERIENCE
This once in a lifetime opportunity to play on the hallowed turf of the Kia Oval will be available in the summer of 2015. Renowned as one of the best wickets in Test Match cricket and scene of many great England triumphs, the Kia Oval is the perfect setting to hold a private cricket day. All our events are professionally managed by Surrey County Cricket Club staff and caterers who will ensure your day runs smoothly. Hire of the Kia Oval allows you exclusive access to the inner sanctum of Surrey County Cricket Club including the Members Long Room and the Players Dressing Room as used by the Surrey and England Players. Your Match Day Includes Hire of the world famous Kia Oval pitch, playing on an international wicket Use of the Members Pavilion Use of the players dressing rooms 1 2
management of the event As well as fully managing the event Surrey County Cricket Club will supply: League standard umpires Scorers and scoreboard operators Other benefits Your company logo on the permanent replay screen A photographer to capture all the action on the field Branded winners trophy PA Announcer Cricket balls Stumps branded with your company logo First Aid Stewards and Match Manager 3 4
match day format There are two options available when holding private match days at the Kia Oval. 11-a-side match day for two teams of 11 to play a limited overs match; includes full catering package for 30 guests. 6-a-side competition for 12 teams of six players competing in a five overs-aside tournament; includes a full catering package for 72 guests. Both come with a full catering package will be served throughout the day in the Long Room which is located in the historic Members Pavilion. All catering is provided by our award winning caterers and a sample menu is provided in this brochure. The catering will include: Tea, coffee and bacon rolls on arrival BBQ or buffet lunch Traditional afternoon tea optional extras The following can also be arranged at an additional cost to add extra value to the day: Branded cricket shirts with players names and numbers on the back Cricket bats and equipment from our retail store A professional or retired cricketer to attend the day and prize giving The event to be filmed and a DVD produced after the event Option to invite additional non-playing guests for dining Cancellation insurance in case of wet weather (recommended) 5 Floodlit Match 6
sample menus SIDES DESSERTS Two items from the grill and one vegetarian option from the grill along with three (3) sides and two (2) desserts FROM THE GRILL Sausage Rare breed pork and sage sausage ring, served in a ciabatta bun, Dijon and wholegrain mustard Steak Hand made English rump steak beef burger, served in a focaccia bap, sweet corn and tomato relishes Chicken Lemon, honey and oregano marinated free range chicken breast Lamb (n) Slow cooked garlic studded whole leg of Kent marsh fed lamb, finished and sliced on the barbeque, served with baba ganoush, harrisa and pesto dips Salmon Scottish salmon parcel with coriander, chilli and lime, soft herb mayonnaise Chicken Asian spiced free range chicken burger, served in a soft floured bap, lettuce, mint and coriander leaves, wasabi mayonnaise Pork Sticky pork back ribs, Tennessee glaze Vegetarian Burger (v) Vegetarian burger, served in a soft floured bap, lettuce, Swiss cheese, vine ripened tomato salsa Falafel Burger (v) (n) Falafel burger, served in a soft floured bap, lettuce, mint and coriander leaves, pesto mayonnaise Cheese (v) Char grilled Mediterranean vegetable and halloumi cheese kebabs, wholemeal pita bread, garlic dip Baked Maris piper potato, unsalted butter and flora pots Red cabbage coleslaw, sultanas, coconut shavings Organic congliche pasta shell salad, chilli and soft herbs Seasonal baby salad leafs, balsamic dressing, shaved aged Reggiano Foil wrapped buttered corn on the cob Oriental salad with bean sprouts, chilli, coriander, mint and lime Toasted pita breads, humous, tzatziki, guacamole and salsa Syrian spiced potato wedges Mini tubs and cornets of selected Kelly s West Country ice creams Baked vanilla cheesecake, honeyed mandarins Layered Eton mess Tropical fruit salad Strawberries and cream Dishes specifically known to contain nuts are identified in our menus; however all of our dishes may contain nut traces. Please ask a member of staff if you require more information (v) suitable for vegetarians (n) known to contain nuts 7 8
To discuss all private match day formats and dates at the Kia Oval contact: Steven Blackwood Corporate Sales Manager 020 7820 5718 sponsorship@surreycricket.com