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GroundsFest Academy recently delivered another highly successful educational event with its Understanding Profiles: Sands, Soils, Rootzones and Gravels day, in partnership with Mansfield Sand.

GroundsFest Academy Hosts Successful Event with Mansfield Sand

Designed as a practical, end-to-end learning experience, t

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The GroundsFest Academy, in collaboration with John Moverley OBE, has launched a free online sustainability assessment tool designed to help organisations evaluate and strengthen their sustainable practices.

Sustainability is increasingly becoming a c

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GroundsFest Academy kicked off its 2026 programme in style with a fully booked Integrated Weed Management (IWM) event, bringing together contractors, local authorities, educators and suppliers for a free day of learning, discussion and hands-on demon

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The latest free GroundsFest Academy event once again proved a huge success, this time focusing on Irrigation Maintenance in partnership with Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS).

Held at the impressive Throws Farm Research and Technology Centre in Great Dun

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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

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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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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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paul watson replied to Peter sellers's discussion Retirement advice
"I have seen loads of comments on this, I live in the north east of england not an affluent spot, but have built up over 10 years, a base of probably 150 to 200 customers a fortnight. From tiny five pounders to two pubs which take ove 3 hours each.…"
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GreenBest has announced the launch of the SmartLawn ProCast 20, the company’s first pedestrian rotary spreader developed specifically for professional lawn care operators. Designed for the accurate and efficient application of granular fertilisers,…
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For International show jumping trainer Dan Delsart, the quality of the surface beneath his horses isn’t just a detail - it’s a foundation. Based in North Northamptonshire, Dan has created a bespoke arena at Teeton Valley Stables using carefully…
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Tam Mayor is now a member of Landscape Juice Network
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At Haileybury School in Hertfordshire, Kress robotic mowers are playing a key role in helping the grounds team maintain consistently high standards across a 500-acre estate. For Head of Grounds and Gardens Andy Richards, the technology has become an…
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Selected attendees from GroundsFest Academy events were recently given the opportunity to experience a truly unforgettable day at Lord's Cricket Ground, widely regarded as the Home of Cricket. The exclusive experience day offered delegates a…
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Adam Woods replied to Peter sellers's discussion Retirement advice
"The value per client was around how long theyd been with me, the nett profit they generate each year.... and a mad guess at how they will take it if Adam us no longer coming each week... i.e the little old lady who I indulge in a chat  each week...…"
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Peter sellers replied to Peter sellers's discussion Retirement advice
"Adam, thanks - how did you arrive at a" notional " value for each client? Did you value each client on say client a pays me 5k a year and multiply it up for the rest? So for example you had 10 clients all paying 5k a year so that equals 50k income ,…"
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David Benson replied to David Benson's discussion liquid moss killer
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Thursday
Adam Woods replied to Peter sellers's discussion Retirement advice
"Hi Peter... sorry been away for a couple of weeks.
So, this is what I did - and it worked.
Made sure I was charging as much as the local market would bear - so I definately was showing a healthy profit - ran the business for near enough a year. Got…"
Thursday
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Cold Ashby Golf Centre in Northamptonshire is enjoying some of the best course conditions in its history – and according to Course Manager Ashley Hammond and long-time member Roger Griffiths, Agrovista Amenity has played a big part in that…
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ICL-sponsored award recognises standards in pitch preparation and presentation across GAA venues in Ireland.Hastings MacHale Park, Castlebar, Co. Mayo has been presented with the GAA National Pitch of the Year 2025 award at the League Final in Croke…
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Anthony Toop replied to Anthony Toop's discussion Servicing battery tools
"Thanks for that, will do.
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Thursday
Honey Badger replied to Anthony Toop's discussion Servicing battery tools
"Kma 135r. Take out the drive shaft rod and dip the square end in general purpose grease that will silence it. Machnic at my stihl dealer taught me that. Its worth picking there brains now and then. Also remove the air filter cover clean with a soft…"
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There doesn't seem to be any manufacturer info available with regards what servicing if any is needed for battery tools, not that i can find anyway.When i say tools, i mean things like the motor end of long reach hedge trimmers, and Kombi motor…
Wednesday
Fusion Media posted a blog post
ICL-sponsored award recognises standards in pitch preparation and presentation across GAA venues in Ireland.Hastings MacHale Park, Castlebar, Co. Mayo has been presented with the GAA National Pitch of the Year 2025 award at the League Final in Croke…
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