The official launch of the new Kress Voyager 60 robotic mower attracted significant attention at GroundsFest 2026, with visitors gathering to see the machine in action, try it for themselves, discuss its capabilities with the Kress team, and arrange
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The GroundsFest Academy has announced Kress UK and Ireland as its newest Platinum Sponsor, strengthening the Academy's commitment to equipping the groundscare industry with the skills, technology, and expertise needed for the future.
The partnership b
Replay Maintenance is strengthening its expanding natural turf division with the investment of a Redexim Verti-Drain 7416 aerator and Overseeder 3D 1575, helping the company deliver high-quality pitch renovations for sports clubs across the UK.
Havin
KAR UK has announced that Carl Sharp will now be leading its Golf division, becoming the main point of contact for golf customers across the UK and Ireland.
Carl brings extensive hands-on experience from within the golf industry, having worked in gree
Managing 76 acres of school grounds, 16 football and rugby pitches, 14 cricket squares, athletics facilities, tennis courts and woodland is no small task. For Grounds Manager Shaun Crowley and his team at Farleigh School in Hampshire, finding smarter
Agrovista Amenity has significantly expanded its robotics division following a sustained increase in demand for autonomous turfcare solutions, reinforcing its commitment to providing market-leading support, installation and aftersales service.
Having
When you're hiring out professional groundcare machinery, reliability isn't just desirable it's essential. That is why Acacia Groundcare Equipment Rental has relied on Etesia machinery for more than 20 years, with the manufacturer's proven range cont
Visitors to the Mansfield Sand stand (E010) at SALTEX 2026, taking place on 11 and 12 November at the NEC, Birmingham, will have the opportunity to explore a comprehensive range of sand-based products designed to enhance the health and performance of
GroundsFest 2026 has once again demonstrated why it has become the industry's must-attend event, bringing together every corner of the groundscare, landscaping, amenities and outdoor industries for two unforgettable days at Stoneleigh Park.
A total of
When Pete McArthur, Director of Strathbogie Scotland, talks about turf management, it's clear this isn't just about machinery. It's about helping greenkeepers do what they do best.
Pete has spent years building the business around innovation, particu
The programme is taking shape for TurfTech 2026, with an impressive line-up of speakers and technical sessions now confirmed for the two-day summit, taking place at Brighton & Hove Albion FC’s AMEX Stadium on 1 and 2 October 2026.
Bringing together so
When you've spent more than 25 years looking after some of the country's busiest school sports facilities, consistency becomes invaluable. For Adam King, Head of Grounds at Radley College, that's exactly why MM Seed has remained his first choice for
For Course Manager Kevin Hensman, robotic mowing has been a long time coming. Having managed Rowlands Castle Golf Club for 6 years, he has long believed autonomous technology could play a major role in the future of course maintenance.
That belief bec
The GroundsFest Academy has continued to build momentum following the success of its latest educational event, held in partnership with DLF Seeds and dedicated to the planning, establishment and maintenance of wildflower areas.
The free-to-attend eve
When Chris Roberts became Course Manager at Sutton Coldfield Golf Club, it quickly became apparent that the club's ageing irrigation system was becoming one of the biggest obstacles to maintaining consistently high playing surfaces.
Originally founded
At the Portugal Invitational, Kress showed turf professionals that unmanned mowing has moved from emerging concept to practical course-management solution
Championship golf leaves no room for compromise. That's precisely why Kress chose the inaugural
For Guy Woodward, Head Groundsman at Warwick Racecourse, maintaining a safe and consistent racing surface is a year-round challenge. From heavy winter rainfall to prolonged dry spells, the demands placed on a jumps track require products that can be
When Chris McGhee took over as Course Manager at Pollok Golf Club in January, one of the first things he identified was the need to improve the heavily worn areas around the course.
Founded in 1892 and situated on the south side of Glasgow, Pollok Gol
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"It's very true we see far less snow than we used to, but there always seems to be at least a couple of occasions where it snows badly each year. I suppose as well we should look at the ploughing and gritting as two seperate entities. The ploughing…"
"It's a good point and it is worrying how many people try to go out in the first place, and how bad they all are at driving in the bad conditions. Fortunately I have a Hilux with A/T tyres so at least that's not an extra expense. "
"Only an opinion but even in the Peak district area does it snow badly enough nowadays, to justify the investment? And am familiar with the area to some extent (stayed in Derbyshire the last 2 Decembers, in a non-gardening business capacity). And…"
"In my 2nd year I went and did this - there was only one week where it may have worked, but despite putting snow tyres on the van (expensive), I couldnt get anywhere, because all the other vehicles on the road had got ordinary tyres and got stuck all…"
"Thanks for your suggestion Sam.
Yeh think variety is needed "
Yeh think variety is needed "
"Cheers Tim yes the HSA130T arrived quickly via DPD and machine is exactly as expected, feels almost like I stole it, last time I looked that stockist had T and R versions of both 24 and 30 inch length, same amazing price. I tend to use my cabled…"
"That's an outrageous price considering what a set of replacement blades would cost! Being tethered to the battery is tiresome but the 130R is awesome at munching through chunky hedges"
With the winter season fast approaching, I'm wondering whether this is the year I invest properly in providing and advertising winter services (gritting, snow clearing). My main questions would be: Is the pay worth the initial investment in the kit…
"I got a bit bored once I find the way forward is to offer other types of work. I got a weibang moss brush last spring I don't advertise it but I'm with local housing rental Companies who need a carpark etc doing from time to time and I find a day…"
"Thanku for your suggestions John
Yes there is a local booklet that gets posted to homes in the area so I will definitely look into that and the estate agents. "
Yes there is a local booklet that gets posted to homes in the area so I will definitely look into that and the estate agents. "
"The Telescopic long reach HLA86 share the same motor, controller and blade as the shorter reach HLA66 I believe, they are ok on this year's fresh shoots but when reaching across the top of a hedge for example where there maybe neglected older growth…"
"Had several HSA86 over the years I found over time even with maintenance they got a bit rattly and a fresh-out-the-box one would be desirable after a couple of seasons. They have the ability to "punch above their weight" a bit which means often they…"
"What fails on them so that they need replacing? I've had an HSA86 for years and it just keeps going for years..... maybe I'm just lucky though I do grease the gears etc regularly. "
"I bought the 12V Milwaukee battery shears a few years ago, which are like secateurs/ loppers, somebody on here recommended them, always using them, still prefer normal secateurs for pruning thin stuff but the powered ones are amazing, saving so much…"
"The best way is to walk or drive around the area & look for gardens that would benefit from your services. Make notes then write a personal letter to each one mentioning something about their garden. Post the letter through their letter box.
Yes…"
Yes…"
Winter Services
With the winter season fast approaching, I'm wondering whether this is the year I invest properly in providing and advertising winter services (gritting, snow clearing). My main questions would be: Is the pay worth the initial investment in the kit…
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