England (Football)

The Birmingham Gold Cup Lunch will once again be taking place in the Banqueting Suite, at one of the country’s most famous and iconic cricket grounds, Edgbaston. Cheltenham Gold Cup Friday is the sport at its absolute best, attracting some of the best National Hunt horses in the world to compete over the hallowed turf at Prestbury Park!

On what is sure to be another thrilling day, the Banqueting Suite Edgabston is delighted to welcome as a very special guest one of English football’s greatest ever players, former England, Liverpool and Watford star, John Barnes. Hosted by David Fulton of Sky Sports, the event will also feature a comedy set from a leading TV comedian! With live music from an Irish band, a superb three course lunch, the full Cheltenham card on the giant screen, in-room bookmaker, and racing tipster service, this is an event not to be missed.

Silver Package

Reserved places within the Banqueting Suite at Edgbaston
Big screen coverage of all of the races of the Cheltenham Gold Cup meeting
Three course lunch
Entertaining Q & A with England legend, John Barnes
Comedy set from leading TV comedian
Event hosted by Dave Fulton (Sky Sports)
Live music from an Irish band
Racing tips from a racing expert
Bookmakers in the room
Auction & Raffle

Gold Package

All Silver Package elements as above
Access to the VIP reception
Welcome drink on arrival
Group photo opportunity with John Barnes
Logo on the event menu cards (full table bookings only)
Reserved places on a premium positioned table within the Banqueting Suite at Edgbaston

Itinerary

From 11.00am: Guests Arrive.
11.55am: Introduction
12 noon: Your Starter and Main Course are served.
12.50pm: John Barnes with Dave Fulton
1.30pm: First Race
1.40pm: Desserts are served. Auction.
2.00pm: Second Race
2.10pm: Auction
2.30pm: Third Race
2.40pm: Leading TV comedian
3.15pm: Fourth race: Cheltenham Gold Cup
4.00pm: Fifth race
4.45pm: Sixth race
5.30pm: Seventh and final race
7.00pm: Carriages

- Main reception: +44 121 422 2735
- Event bookings: +44 121 414 6000

- Located at main entrance reception
- ID verification required
- Advance booking recommended
- Pick-up window 1 hour before event start time

- On-site parking available
- Limited spaces during cricket events
- Disabled parking near main entrance
- Street parking on Edgbaston Road
- Public parking within 5-minute walking distance

- Wheelchair accessible areas
- Designated viewing platforms
- Companion seats available
- Ground floor facilities
- Lift access to different levels

- Smart/business casual attire
- No outside catering
- No smoking on premises
- Valid photo ID may be required
- No pets (except service animals)

- Children welcome with adult supervision
- Minimum age restrictions may apply for certain events
- Family-friendly venues during daytime events
- Evening events might have age limitations