The Birth of a Legend (1884) Our story officially begins in 1884, under the original banner of the Caramut Polo Club. In an era defined by horsemanship and community spirit, the finest families of the district—the Hoods, Manifolds, Urquharts, and many more—came together to forge what is now recognised as the oldest continuously existing polo club in Australia.For these pioneers, polo was more than a game; it was a way of life. It tested the skill of both rider and horse, fostered fierce but friendly rivalries, and anchored the social calendar of the entire region.

The Roaring Polo Era Through the late 19th and early 20th centuries, our tournaments became the social pulse of the Western District. From the grandeur of the 1920s to the camaraderie following the World Wars, the sight of fast-paced chukkas and the roar of the crowd drew visitors from as far as Melbourne, turning every match into a spectacular celebration.The spirit of these times lives on today in tournaments like the prestigious Urquhart Cup, a tradition we've proudly upheld since 1950.

Hexham Today: Honouring the Past, Charging to the Future While the name evolved to the Hexham Polo Club, the commitment to excellence, sportsmanship, and community has never wavered.Today, we honour the legacy of our founders by maintaining the highest standard of the game, played on hallowed turf often graced by the descendants of the very families who struck the first mallet over 140 years ago.Join us—and be a part of the next chapter in this remarkable Australian polo story