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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.

Under the gui

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James Duke Garden Maintenance, based in Whitstable, Kent, has experienced a significant boost in productivity after investing in an Etesia Hydro 80 ride-on mower.

James explains that the decision to upgrade came from a growing need to handle larger si

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With 12 acres of immaculately kept gardens, Grade I listed grounds, and renowned memorial spaces, Golders Green Crematorium in North London is one of the most historic and revered sites of its kind in the world.

Keeping the grounds to a consistently h

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The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), organisers of BTME, and GroundsFest are proud to announce a new collaboration.

The partnership is aimed at strengthening both events while bringing together professionals from across t

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The GroundsFest Academy is set to host another free educational event on 31 July 2025, focusing on the latest robotics and sustainable technologies in the groundscare and landscaping industries.

Taking place at Lantra House, Stoneleigh Park, Warwicksh

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Seaton Carew Golf Club, a historic championship course and the 10th oldest in England, has recently undergone a transformative upgrade with the installation of a state-of-the-art Hunter irrigation system, supplied by KAR UK.

Course Manager Tom Coulson

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After nearly five decades of dedicated service, Andy Walker, Field Support Manager at the Howardson Group, is set to retire, marking the end of an era for one of the industry’s most respected figures.

Andy’s journey began in 1976 when, aged just 16, h

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GroundsFest is proud to announce that the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) will be the exclusive sponsor of The Landscape Zone at GroundsFest 2025.

Taking place on 9 and 10 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, GroundsFest is a

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The first ever GroundsFest Academy event has been hailed a huge success, as delegates from across the industry gathered for a free day of hands-on education at DLF UK’s state-of-the-art facility. With a packed schedule of insightful sessions and inte

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Keswick’s two flagship parks – Hope Park and Fitz Park – nestled in the heart of the Lake District in Cumbria, are setting the standard for sustainable grounds maintenance thanks to the exceptional performance of three Dennis ES-510 battery-powered m

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Get ready—visitor registration for GroundsFest 2025 is officially open, and this year promises to be bigger, better, and bolder than ever before.

Returning to Stoneleigh Park from 9–10 September 2025, GroundsFest is more than just a trade show. It’s a

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Hindley Hall Golf Club, a hidden gem nestled in the Northwest of England has invested in a state-of-the-art Hunter irrigation system supplied by KAR UK.

The system, featuring the Hunter ACC2 controller and TTS-800 Series Golf Rotors, has already had a

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Andy Richards, Grounds Manager at Haileybury School, has praised the Dennis ES-34R battery-powered rotary mower for its sustainability, quiet operation, and exceptional performance.

At the prestigious independent school in Hertfordshire, which boasts

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Etesia UK is thrilled to announce substantial savings of over £8,000 on its renowned Hydro 124 range of ride-on mowers.

This limited-time offer presents an exceptional opportunity for customer to purchase the best-in-class cut and collect machines at

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Ian Harvey replied to Taylor’s's discussion SR2000 Spreader help & advice
"Looks like Collier Turf Care can supply parts. See below link and parts diagram. Are you sure that the close off lever (part 30) is opening correctly?
https://www.collier-turf-care.co.uk/resource-centre/spreading-and-s...
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4 minutes ago
John F replied to Taylor’s's discussion SR2000 Spreader help & advice
"L&S engineers always worth a try they stock lots of different parts for various machines .
Very helpful too "
13 hours ago
Peter sellers replied to Peter sellers's discussion Cordless drill
"Bought an Einhell pro pxc 18v 80nm cordless combi drill with 2 batteries,case and charger for £89.99 inc vat from Toolstation. Delighted at 80 nm it does not struggle with hardwood or masonry and a bargain at the price.
 
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15 hours ago
Taylor’s posted a discussion
I've recently purchased a used sr2000 spreader and now looking to replace some rusty parts and find a cover, does anyone know of a UK parts stockist?also, I tested it out using some grass seed and despite the holes opening and everything…
16 hours ago
Billybop replied to Peter sellers's discussion Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review
"yes drives me nuts sometimes. If I knew some way to bypass it I would. Safety feature I guess but I don't have it on any of my Stihl short reach hedge trimmers or cordless chainsaws, which are potentially just as dangerous. The same lever is the…"
Thursday
Peter sellers replied to Peter sellers's discussion Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review
"The Echo will cut stuff as thick as your finger without drama, not tried it on anything thicker. As far as comparing it to the Stihl HLA 135 I did try one but it is considerably heavier than the Echo and the switch having to be reset constantly did…"
Thursday
Billybop replied to Peter sellers's discussion Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review
"sounds good Peter, would love to test performance side by side with Stihl HLA135 or similar (which I've been using the past few seasons) which despite being a good rear motor machine has an infuriating safety cut off if left unused for just a few…"
Wednesday
Peter sellers posted a discussion
As promised review of above- having being used to the likes of Stihl 92ce and Echo petrol hedge cutters was expecting to be underwelmed by this battery machine which was bought purely on the basis of weight. I was wrong. This machine is awesome and…
Wednesday
Fusion Media posted a blog post
Mitie and Kress have announced a strategic partnership that will see 24 autonomous Kress Voyager ‘mowbots’ deployed across customer sites throughout the UK, representing one of the largest investments of its kind within the facilities management and…
Wednesday
Adam Woods replied to Graham Mitchell's discussion Selling your business/Customer base
"I did it in 2022...
Its a difficult one without contracts in place.... I think I was lucky - the company that bought the company (clients, van, employee and kit) didnt look after the clients in the way I did.... I know for a fact they had lost most…"
Monday
Will Roberts replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"That's the thing, on paper it's my perfect machine. I'll have to see if I can find a demonstrator to use for a week. "
Monday
Max alam replied to Graham Mitchell's discussion Selling your business/Customer base
"agreed with Peter here, if you do have the opportunity to 'hand down" a good platform and opportunity to someome young in your area, a current employee that you could see the potential in, or even a sub contractor youve worked alongside for a few…"
Jul 12
Sam Bainbridge replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"Just had a look it sounds good on paper (then again they all do), wonder what wet collection is like? I always wish etesia would do a roller mower but they won't it's only our market that calls for them, having said that if they did do one we would…"
Jul 12
Jason Bibiloni replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"I use a mountfield roller now as the bigger mowers were killing my back .Last one I got was about £420 from bq ,I keep them for about 18 months to 2 years and then get another new one when on offer and then sell the old one for about £120 "
Jul 11
Sam Bainbridge replied to Gerty's discussion Sloping kerb detail.
"You'll still.need planning for altering size of entrance to driveway also an approved contractor with correct paperwork is meant to be used but they charge 5k just for doing the public carriageway so I'd just do it and hope for the best, or you can…"
Jul 9
Fusion Media posted a blog post
Replay Maintenance has continued to expand its natural turf operations with the appointment of experienced turf professional Ben Hodson as Business Development Support.Ben joins the company with almost a decade of experience in the sports turf…
Jul 9
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Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review

As promised review of above- having being used to the likes of Stihl 92ce and Echo petrol hedge cutters was expecting to be underwelmed by this battery machine which was bought purely on the basis of weight. I was wrong. This machine is awesome and…

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3 Replies · Reply by Billybop on Thursday
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Echo DHCA 2600 HD

Now in retirement mode and as previously.posted been looking for a cordless long reach and was going to buy something at the budget end,but as they all have the motor at the blade end making them very unbalanced along with slow blade speeds and very…

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6 Replies · Reply by Peter sellers Jul 7
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