An event that has attracted hundreds of partygoers and celebrities in past years is to leave the district.

The Duke of Essex Polo Trophy, which has been held at Gaynes Park near Epping in past years, will this year take place at Hylands House near Chelmsford.

Loughton company Media 10 confirmed it was no longer running the event and the Duke of Essex Polo website named the new organisers as Grand Prix Events.

In a message on the site, the Duke of Essex said: “I am pleased to welcome Grand Prix Events as our new partners.

“They bring with them an unrivalled experience from corporate hospitality specialising in the world of Formula One.”

The event is due to take place on July 13 and 14.