GroundsFest 2025 cemented its place as the UK’s largest industry trade show after just three years, with an incredible 9,037 visitors over two days. The event’s rapid growth was clear for all to see: more exhibitors, more visitors, and more innovatio
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When winter bites, it bites hard in the North East. At Chester-Le-Street Golf Club, Course Manager Jack Hetherington knows the battle all too well: persistent rain, cold soils, and long hours of leaf wetness that stretch from autumn into early spring
Blackpool FC has seen major improvements to both its stadium and training ground facilities following the installation of a new Hunter irrigation system, supplied by KAR UK and installed by Arden Lea Irrigation.
Head Groundsman Paul Flynn, who has bee
Following an overwhelmingly positive response at last year’s event, Redexim is heading back to GroundsFest 2025 – and this time, they’re bringing fresh innovations that promise to create excitement.
Visitors to Stand OSA230 can expect to see a wide se
The GroundsFest Academy continued its mission to upskill the industry with another free educational day, held on 31 July at Lantra House, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire.
With a strong focus on robotics and sustainable technology, the CPD-accredited eve
ICL’s proven Turf Defence tank-mix supports integrated turf management (ITM) strategies in reducing Microdochium patch risk ahead of the autumn and winter seasons.
Combining Greenmaster Liquid Iron Effect and H2Pro FlowSmart, this tank-mix enhances tu
KAR UK is one of the UK’s leading distributors of professional irrigation and water management solutions – trusted by landscapers, contractors, sports turf professionals, and local authorities nationwide.
With decades of experience and unrivalled tech
Make your way to stand OSA260 at GroundsFest 2025 – taking place on 9 and 10 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire – to explore the latest in professional sand-based solutions from Mansfield Sand.
With a heritage spanning over 180 years, Mansfiel
ICL is once again exhibiting at GroundsFest, bringing practical solutions and expert advice to turf managers, grounds staff, landscapers, and contractors from across the industry.
As a global leader in turf and landscape solutions, ICL delivers produc
Pellenc is back for GroundsFest 2025 - and this year, they’re taking things up a gear with a brand-new dedicated demonstration area on stand OSA150.
Now in its third appearance at the show, Pellenc will once again showcase its market-leading battery-
Etesia UK is returning to GroundsFest 2025 with a stand full of innovation, high-performance equipment - and some of its biggest ever show offers.
Visitors to stand OSA150 can get hands-on with the latest machines and take advantage of exclusive Groun
The DLF stand at GroundsFest 2025 will showcase a wide range of sustainable solutions from the world's largest grass seed breeder.
Featuring products from MM, Johnsons Sports, Masterline and Designer Seed brands, alongside leading cultivars for sports
At GroundsFest 2025, Avant Tecno (Stand OSA270) will be showcasing two major new product launches.
The Avant e727 fully electric compact loader and the Leguan 265, the most advanced spider lift in the Leguan Lifts range will be taking price od place.
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GroundsFest 2025 visitors can expect a glimpse into the future of turf maintenance.
Located on stands RB380 and RB381, Agrovista Amenity and XDC will showcase two of the most advanced robotic solutions on the market – the RM21 Combo Mower and the Tho
With a demanding sports schedule and a heavy clay soil profile, aeration at Bedford School is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. That’s why Head Groundsman George Mills wasted no time in bringing in a Redexim Verti-Drain® 2519 when he joined the team j
For Adam Rowlands, owner of Turf Doctor Specialists Ltd, maintaining high-quality cricket surfaces is about using the right tools for the job - and when it comes to seed, MM50 from MM Seed is his go-to solution.
Based in West London, Turf Doctor Speci
Agrovista Amenity has reached an agreement with DJ Turfcare that will see it become the exclusive distributor for the Viano range of organic fertilisers and lawn care products throughout the UK (excluding Northern Ireland), effective from 21 July 202
When Adrian Strudwick, owner of Brentwood Tree Surgery, was weighing up whether to hire another employee or invest in a new machine, he made a game-changing decision — and hasn’t looked back since.
The purchase of an Avant 630 compact loader has not o
Keith Porter, Grounds Manager at Leigh Sports Village in Greater Manchester, is celebrating his 18th year at the helm of one of the UK’s fastest-developing sporting venues – and with the installation of a new Hunter irrigation system supplied and sup
With disease pressure on the rise and traditional turf strategies being tested by unpredictable weather patterns, Southerndown Golf Club has found a reliable solution in Maxtima fungicide - introduced and supported by Agrovista Amenity.
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Aimee Davey joins ICL at a key point as the business moves into a busy period of campaign and product activity across its Turf and Landscape portfolio, taking on the role of Marketing Communications Manager for the UK and Ireland.Aimee brings strong…
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Last general election i red the manifestos of tories, Labour and reform. The only one that was realistic and contained common sense was reforms.
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'You will own nothing and be happy'
Last general election i red the manifestos of tories, Labour and reform. The only one that was realistic and contained common sense was reforms.
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Thought there might be some unaware of this. So briefly and I am not an accountant . As from 6th April 26 anyone who has income from self employment, rent from property etc or a combination that equates to a turnover of 50k or more (not profit) will…
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Making tax digital
Thought there might be some unaware of this. So briefly and I am not an accountant . As from 6th April 26 anyone who has income from self employment, rent from property etc or a combination that equates to a turnover of 50k or more (not profit) will…
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Robot mowers and rabbits
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