Hockey in England
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Women#7
Men#3
FIH-W 7
Bisham Abbey: the engine behind English hockey
— CULTEnglish hockey is supported by one of the most professionalised structures in the world. England Hockey coordinates the national team and the club competitions, while the national programme operates under a dual structure in which English players move into the combined Great Britain team during Olympic cycles. The Premier Division forms the top of English club hockey, with traditional talent factories like Surbiton, Holcombe, East Grinstead and Beeston producing world-class players year-round.
What systemically sets England apart is the centralisation at Bisham Abbey, the full-time training centre where the national squads come together. Players train daily in an environment that integrates sports technology, medical support and tactical video analysis. This centralisation model is directly responsible for Team GB's Olympic gold in Rio 2016, a breakthrough under Danny Kerry that fundamentally changed British hockey culture.
Under head coach Kerry Williams, England prepares for the 2026 World Cup as winner of the FIH Qualifier in Hyderabad, where the team beat India 2-0 in the final. Sarah Jones leads the midfield, Lily Owsley is the forward who makes the difference in the circle, and the penalty-corner battery remains one of the strongest in the world. The combination of individual quality, tactical discipline and the Bisham Abbey infrastructure makes England a structural top-six nation and one of the most dangerous outsiders for a World Cup medal in 2026.
More about England
— LAYERSNational women's team
ranked 7 FIHThe English team won the FIH Qualifier in Hyderabad convincingly and arrives in Amstelveen fully prepared. Under head coach Kerry Williams, England plays a high-pressing style born from the Danny Kerry legacy of Rio 2016. Sarah Jones leads the midfield, Lily Owsley is the attacking pivot and the penalty-corner structure ranks in the global top three.
What sets England apart is the combination effect of central training at Bisham Abbey with the weekly competition in the Premier Division. At the 2026 World Cup England plays in Pool D in Amstelveen against China, India and South Africa — a group in which England wants to claim the top spot immediately to force a favourable crossover position towards the semi-finals.
National men's team
ranked 3 FIHFederation
image: August 2026
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Clubs
Coming soon
Certified fields
119 certified (9 expired)Category 2
19 certified (4 expired)Fields for international and top-level national competitions.
- Bath University – Pitch 2, BathLano SportsS-tec orbion II is 10Valid until: Sep 4, 2028
- University of Birmingham - Bournbrook Pitch 1 (West), BirminghamTigerTurfTigerTurf Wett Pro TTUK + 12mm In SituValid until: Jul 14, 2027Built by McArdle Sport-Tec
- University of Birmingham - Bournbrook Pitch 2 (East), BirminghamTigerTurfTigerTurf Wett Pro TTUK + 12mm In SituValid until: Jul 14, 2027Built by McArdle Sport-Tec
- Sport Wales National Centre, CardiffLano SportsS-tec Solution Xperience IS 15Valid until: Mar 25, 2027
- Old Loughtonians Hockey Club (Pitch 1), ChigwellPolytanPoligras Paris GT Zero 11-43 MB EL 10Valid until: Feb 5, 2029
- Old Loughtonians Hockey Club (Pitch 2), ChigwellPolytanPoligras Tokyo GT 11-43 MB EL 15Valid until: Feb 5, 2029
- The Graham Sports Centre - Pitch H1, DurhamSports & Leisure Domo Sports GrassDomo FastPlay IS15Valid until: May 5, 2027
- The University of Exeter, ExeterPolytanPoligras Tokyo GT 11-43 EL 10Valid until: Jun 30, 2028
- Lee Valley Hockey & Tennis Centre - Pitch 1 (Stadium), LondonPolytanPoligras Platinum CoolPlus 11-42 MB EL15Valid until: Apr 14, 2028
- Lee Valley Hockey & Tennis Centre - Pitch 2 (Training), LondonPolytanPoligras Platinum CoolPlus 11-42 MB EL15Valid until: Apr 14, 2028
- Paddington Recreation Ground, LondonLano SportsS-tec Solution Xperience IS15Valid until: Feb 23, 2028
- Loughborough University Water based field, LoughboroughSIS PitchesSIS Turf Xcel UltraValid until: Jun 5, 2029Built by SIS Pitches
- Manchester Grammar School, ManchesterGreenfieldsGreenfields TX Pro + PE08.7Valid until: Apr 15, 2028
- Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre - Main Hockey Pitch, MarlowPolytanPoligras Platinum World Cup GT 11-40 MB EL 10Valid until: Nov 6, 2028
- University of Nottingham, NottinghamSIS PitchesSIS Turf Xcel UltraValid until: May 21, 2027
- Tonbridge School, TonbridgeSports and leisure groupDomo FastPlay IS 15Valid until: Sep 15, 2028Built by Cleveland Land Services ltd
- Wakefield Hockey Club, WakefieldLano SportsS-tec Solution Xperience IS15Valid until: Jun 22, 2029
- University of Warwick, WarwickFieldturfHockey Gold Speed IS 15Valid until: Sep 25, 2027Built by S&C Slatter
- Queen Ethelburgas College, YorkFieldTurfHockey Gold WBValid until: Nov 19, 2027
- Durham University, The Graham Sports Centre Pitch 2, DurhamexpiredSIS PitchesSIS Turf Xcel UltraExpired: Aug 1, 2026Built by SIS Pitches
- Latymer Upper School, LondonexpiredTigerTurfTigerTurf Wett Pro EL12Expired: Jun 7, 2026
- Lilleshall National Sports Centre, ShropshireexpiredPolytanPoligras Platinum CoolPlusExpired: Nov 16, 2025
- Epsom College, SurreyexpiredGreenfieldsGreenFields TX Pro EL15Expired: Jul 16, 2026
Category 3
83 certified (4 expired)Fields for lower-level national, regional and club play.
- Timperley Sports Club, AltrinchamTigerTurfEVO PRO + EL15Valid until: Aug 22, 2027
- University of Bath, BathAct SportsXtreme Turf SD18T-MF EL15Valid until: May 28, 2028
- Bedford Sports & Hockey Centre, BedfordPolytanPoligras SuperPlay CP 218 24/16 EL15 SDValid until: Jul 8, 2028
- Bedford Sports & Hockey Centre (Pitch 2), BedfordPolytanPoligras SuperPlay CP 218 24/16 EL15 SDValid until: Jul 8, 2028
- Sawyers Hall Community Sports Trust - Becket Keys, BrentwoodTigerTurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Mar 12, 2028
- Lockleaze Sports Centre, BristolLano SportS-Tec Revolution Xperience IS 15Valid until: Oct 11, 2026
- Mangotsfield School, BristolFieldTurfDesso Trophy Pro v2 16-24 IS25Valid until: Sep 19, 2027
- Redmaids High School, BristolAct SportsXtreme Turf SD18T-MF EL15Valid until: Jun 5, 2028
- Yate Outdoor Sports Centre, BristolFieldTurfDesso Trophy Smart 18-17.5 IS15Valid until: Oct 30, 2026
- Bromley High School, BromleyEdel GrassEdel ID. Sand Obscured EL 15Valid until: Aug 13, 2027Built by Blakedown Sport and Play Ltd
- Long Road College, CambridgeTigerTurfTT Evo Pro on 15mm Insitu shockpadValid until: Jul 10, 2027
- St Marys Playing Field, CambridgeSIS PitchesSIS Turf XcelValid until: Feb 20, 2028Built by SIS Pitches
- Chelmsford Hockey Club Pitch 1, ChelmsfordLano SportsHockey Integration IS 15Valid until: Oct 3, 2026
- Chelmsford Hockey Club Pitch 2, ChelmsfordLano SportsHockey Revolution IS 15Valid until: Oct 4, 2026
- Chesham Grammar School, CheshamTigerTurfEVO PRO + EL15Valid until: Oct 23, 2027Built by MCARDLE SPORT-TEC LIMITED
- The Queens School, ChesterTigerTurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Sep 15, 2028
- Chippenham Hockey Club, ChippenhamFieldTurfDesso Trophy Pro v2 16-24 IS15Valid until: Aug 7, 2026
- Coleraine Grammar School, ColerainePolytanPoligras SuperPlay CP 218 24/16 PFAL 10 SDValid until: Jul 31, 2028Built by Haffey Sportsgrounds
- Trinity School, CroydonEdel GrassEdel ID. Sand Obscured EL15Valid until: Sep 26, 2028Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
- Dauntsey's School, DevizesLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS 15Valid until: Sep 23, 2028
- Eastbourne College, EastbourneTigerTurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Oct 30, 2026
- Kings Ely School, ElyLano SportsS-tec Revolution Xperience IS 15Valid until: Aug 19, 2026
- The Kings School (Archdecon Meadow), GloucesterFieldTurfDesso Trophy Pro 18-22.5 IS 15Valid until: Nov 22, 2026
- Inverclyde Academy, GreenockSports & LeisureDomo Hockey Xtreme MDC Ultra EL 15Valid until: Mar 21, 2028Built by Tony Patterson
- Ormiston Maritime Academy, GrimsbyPolytanPoligras SuperPlay CP 218/ 24/16 EL 15 SDValid until: Aug 15, 2028
- Tormead School, GuildfordFieldturfHockey Gold Pro 2.0 16-20.5 IS15Valid until: May 29, 2028Built by S&C Slatter
- The English Martyrs Catholic School, HartlepoolPolytanPoligras SuperPlay CP 218 24/16 EL15 SDValid until: Oct 2, 2028
- Henley Hockey Club, Henley on ThamesTigerTurfTT Evo Pro + EL15Valid until: Oct 14, 2028Built by McArdle Sport-Tec
- Gresham School, HoltFieldTurfHockey Gold Elite 2.0 16-24 is15Valid until: Aug 28, 2027Built by S&C Slatter
- Hymers College, HullFieldTurfHockey Gold Pro 2.0 16-20.5 IS15Valid until: Feb 18, 2028
- Redbridge Sports Centre - Pitch A, IlfordSIS PitchesPro Hockey Mono 18Valid until: Oct 8, 2027Built by SIS Pitches
- Redbridge Sports Centre - Pitch B, IlfordSIS PitchesPro Hockey Mono 18Valid until: Oct 8, 2027Built by SIS Pitches
- Ben Rhydding Hockey Club, IlkleySIS PitchesSIS Turf XcelValid until: May 22, 2027
- Ipswich Hockey Club, IpswichLano SportsTigerTurf Evo Pro TTUK + 15mm In SituValid until: Jun 16, 2028Built by Blakedown Sport & Play
- Clayesmore School, Iwerne MinsterLano SportS-tec Revolution Xperience IS15Valid until: Oct 21, 2027
- Kingsbridge Community School, KingsbridgeAct Sports#AllStar 22-260 ISR15 SValid until: Sep 24, 2028Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
- University of Leeds - Sports Park Weetwood, Pitch 2, LeedsLano SportsHockey Solution IS15Valid until: Aug 5, 2026
- Highfield & Brookham School, LiphookTigerTurfEvo Pro TTUK + 15mm In situValid until: Feb 18, 2027
- Edge Hill University, LiverpoolFieldturfDesso Trophy L IS15mmValid until: Jun 11, 2027
- University of Liverpool - Wyncote Sports Ground, LiverpoolLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience ERGO-PE 8 CSValid until: Feb 6, 2027
- Battersea Park - Pitch 1, LondonLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS15Valid until: Jun 8, 2029
- Battersea Park - Pitch 2, LondonLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS15Valid until: Jun 8, 2029
- Eltham College, LondonLano SportsS-tec Revolution Xperience IS 15Valid until: Aug 19, 2027
- Royal Holloway University, LondonFieldTurfHockey Gold SD 15mmValid until: Sep 17, 2027Built by S&C Slatter
- Shene Sports Centre, LondonLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS 15Valid until: Jul 26, 2027
- Teddington Sports Centre - Pitch 1, LondonLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS 15 (Multi-Sport)Valid until: Aug 29, 2027Built by Cleveland Land Services Ltd
- Teddington Sports Centre - Pitch 2, LondonLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS 15 (Multi-Sport)Valid until: Aug 29, 2027Built by Cleveland Land Services Ltd
- Loughborough University - EHB, LoughboroughPolytanPoligras Terra CoolPlus 218 EL15Valid until: Apr 24, 2027
- The University of Manchester (Pitch B) - Armitage Sports Centre, ManchesterSIS PitchesSIS Hockey EliteValid until: Oct 30, 2027
- Harris Academy Morden, MordenEdel GrassEdel ID. Sand ObscuredValid until: Sep 12, 2027
- Newcastle High School for Girls, NewcastleTigerTurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: May 28, 2029
- Longbenton Sports Park, Newcastle Upon TyneLano SportsS-tec Revolution Xperience Ergo PE10Valid until: Aug 14, 2027Built by Cleveland Land Services
- Newcastle Royal Grammar School, Newcastle Upon TyneFieldTurfHockey Gold Pro 2.0 16-20.5 IS15Valid until: Jul 8, 2028Built by S&C Slatter
- Northumbria University, Newcastle-upon-TyneTiger TurfTigerTurf Evo + EL15Valid until: Oct 2, 2026
- Northampton High School, NorthamptonLano SportsS-tec Revolution Xperience IS 15Valid until: Sep 5, 2026Built by Hunts Contractors
- Moss Farm Sports Complex, NorthwichTigerTurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Apr 17, 2028Built by Hunts Contractors
- Merchant Taylors School, NorthwoodTigerTurfTigerTurf Evo Pro TTUK + 15mm In SituValid until: Sep 4, 2027
- West Bridgford School, NottinghamFieldTurfHockey Gold Pro 2.0 16-20.5 IS15Valid until: Sep 10, 2028Built by S&C Slatter
- St Olave's Grammar School, OrpingtonLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience ERGO PE 8 CSValid until: May 27, 2028Built by Blakedown Sport & Play
- Stoke Damarel Community College, PlymouthFieldTurfHockey Gold Pro 2.0 16-20.5 IS 15Valid until: Mar 20, 2028Built by S&C Slatter
- HMS Temeraire, PortsmouthPolytanPoligras SuperPlay CP 218 24/16 EL15 SDValid until: Feb 10, 2029Built by McArdle Sport-Tec
- Leighton Park School, ReadingTigerTurfTigerTurf Evo Pro TTUK + 15mm In SituValid until: Apr 4, 2027
- Hartwoods Sports Ground (Reigate School), ReigateTigerTurfTigerTurf Evo ProValid until: Jul 4, 2027
- John Taylor School, RugeleyFieldTurfDesso Trophy Smart V2 16-20.5 IS15Valid until: Aug 8, 2028
- Sedbergh School - Pitch 1, SedberghTiger TurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Aug 15, 2026Built by Hunts Contractors
- Sedbergh School - Pitch 2, SedberghTiger TurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Aug 15, 2026Built by Hunts Contractors
- Gore Court Hockey Club, SittingbourneSports and LeisureDomo Hockey Xtreme MDC M Insitu 15Valid until: Oct 1, 2026
- King Edward VI School, SouthamptonFieldTurfHockey Gold Pro 2.0 16-20.5 IS15Valid until: Sep 2, 2027Built by S & C Slatter
- Keele University, Stoke-on-TrentLano SportsS-tec Revolution Xperience IS 15Valid until: Jun 25, 2027
- St Joseph's Catholic College, SwindonFieldTurfDesso Trophy Pro v2 16-24 IS15Valid until: Aug 18, 2027
- Taunton School -Field 1, TauntonTigerTurfTigerTurf Evo Pro TTUK + 15mm In SituValid until: Aug 28, 2027Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
- Taunton School -Field 2, TauntonTigerTurfTigerTurf Evo Pro TTUK + 15mm In SituValid until: Aug 28, 2027Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
- Lord Williams School, ThameLeigh SpinnersSterling DuraMatch on EL15Valid until: Oct 9, 2028
- Castle School, ThornburyFieldTurfDesso Trophy Smart V2 16-20.5 IS15Valid until: Aug 26, 2028
- Blundells School, TivertonLano SportsS-tec Revolution Xperience IS15Valid until: Jul 31, 2028
- Wakefield Grammar School, WakefieldTigerTurfTigerTurf Evo Pro TTUK + 15mm InsituValid until: Jul 17, 2027Built by Hunts Contractors
- Queen Mary Grammar School, WalsallTigerTurfEvo Pro EL15Valid until: Apr 16, 2029Built by Blakedown Sport & Play
- The Priory Community College, Weston-super-MareFieldTurfDesso Trophy Pro v2 16-24 IS15Valid until: Sep 20, 2027
- Sir John Talbot School, WhitchurchLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS15 (Multi-Sport)Valid until: Feb 19, 2028
- King's School, WinchesterTiger TurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Sep 9, 2026
- Worcester International Hockey Centre - Pitch 1, WorcesterCCGrassFastPro HF13 + Insitu 15mmValid until: Dec 16, 2026
- Worcester International Hockey Centre - Pitch 2, WorcesterCCGrassFastPro HF13 + Insitu 15mmValid until: Dec 16, 2026
- Wymondham College, WymondhamLano SportsS-tec Integration Xperience IS 15 (Multi-Sport)Valid until: Jun 27, 2027Built by Hunts Contractors
- Redmaid High School, BristolexpiredAct GlobalXtreme Turf SD18T - MF EL15Expired: Jul 4, 2026
- Stonyhurst College, ClitheroeexpiredTiger TurfEvo Pro + EL15Expired: Jul 28, 2026
- Blagdons Sports Ground, New MaldenexpiredLano SportS-Tec Revolution Xperience IS 15Expired: Jul 18, 2026Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
- Shrewsbury School, ShrewsburyexpiredTiger TurfEvo Pro + EL15Expired: Jul 20, 2026Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
Category 4
10 certified (1 expired)Hockey turf with line markings so other sports can also be played.
- Wixams Academy, BedfordTigerTurfEvo Pro + EL15Valid until: Nov 8, 2027
- Chilton Trinity School, BridgwaterLeigh SpinnersSterling DuraSF AcademyValid until: Jul 31, 2027
- Stanley Deason Leisure Centre, BrightonPolytanLigaGrass Pro R 218 20/16 EL 15 SDValid until: Sep 23, 2028Built by Hunts Contractors
- Blaise High School, BristolLeigh SpinnersSterling DuraSF AcademyValid until: Oct 28, 2027
- Coombe Dingle Sports Complex - Lower Pitch, BristolValid until: Aug 5, 2027
- Orchard School, BristolLeigh SpinnersSterling DuraSF AcademyValid until: Oct 29, 2027
- University of Bristol - Pitch 1, BristolAct GlobalXtreme Turf SD18Valid until: Aug 5, 2027
- Christ's Hospital School, HorshamTigerTurfTigerTurf Evo + EL15Valid until: Oct 24, 2027
- Lipson Cooperative Academy, PlymouthLano SportsHockey IntegrationValid until: Mar 4, 2027
- Thomas Alleyne's High School, UttoxeterSports & LeisureDomo Hockey Xtreme MDC IS15Valid until: Dec 3, 2028Built by Cleveland Land Services
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital Sports Grounds, BristolexpiredAct GlobalXtreme Turf SD18T - MF EL15Expired: Jul 9, 2026
Category 5
4 certifiedSurfaces mainly intended for football that also allow basic development hockey.
- Kenilworth Academy East Pitch, KenilworthEdel GrassEdel Soccer Flashblade 40/15 E15-SValid until: Aug 23, 2026Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
- Kenilworth Academy West Pitch, KenilworthEdel GrassEdel Soccer Flashblade 40/15 E15-SValid until: Aug 23, 2026Built by Blakedown Sport and Play
- Oasis Academy Croydon, LondonCondor GrassPolar 4010 P15Valid until: Oct 28, 2027
- Queen Elizabeth High School, WimborneCCGrassFastPro HF18 15mmValid until: Oct 17, 2026
Dry Turf field
3 certifiedFields with enhanced playing qualities without water, used for national and local competitions.
- Down Grange Sports Complex, BasingstokePolytanPoligras Paris GT Zero 11-43 MB EL10Valid until: Mar 20, 2027
- Bath University – Pitch 2, BathLano SportsS-tec orbion II is 10Valid until: Sep 4, 2028
- Nottingham Trent University, NottinghamPolytanPoligras Paris GT Zero 11-43 MB EL 10Valid until: Sep 4, 2027Built by Hunts Contractors
Coaches
Coming soon
Referees
Coming soon
England hockey teams at the FIH WC 2026
— WK26Historical highlights
— HIST1886
Hockey Association founded
England founds the world's first national hockey federation.
1924
Co-founder of the FIH
England is among the founders of the Fédération Internationale de Hockey.
1975
First Women's World Cup (Mandelieu)
Participation in the very first women's field hockey World Cup.
2015
EuroHockey title in London
England wins the EuroHockey Championship at home.
2016
Olympic gold Rio (Team GB)
The combined British team wins gold under Danny Kerry; core from the English squad.
2018
World Cup bronze London
England takes bronze at the home World Cup.
2026
FIH Qualifier Hyderabad won
England beats India 2-0 in the final and qualifies for the 2026 World Cup.