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The GroundsFest Education Fund is already making a significant impact on the next generation of grounds management professionals, with several students benefitting from its support. The most recent success story is George Legg, a student studying Sports Turf NVQ Level 2 at Wiltshire College and an Apprentice at Stanley Park Sports Ground. Thanks to the …

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GroundsFest was honoured to once again sponsor the Sports Turf and Greenkeeping category at the prestigious Land-Based and Environment Learner of the Year Awards 2024, held on Thursday, 21 November, at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham. This marks the second consecutive year that GroundsFest has supported this vital initiative, showcasing its commitment to inspiring …

GroundsFest: Proud to Sponsor the LBEL Awards 2024 Read More »

The recently held Exhibition News Indy Awards recognised GroundsFest 2023 in an extraordinary way, awarding it both the Best Independent Trade Show Launch and the prestigious Trade Show of the Year. These honours celebrate the innovation and unique character that GroundsFest has brought to the industry, standing out among top-tier independent trade shows across Europe …

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The winner of the GroundsFest 2024 registration prize has been announced. Warwickshire-based landscaper Trevor Day was thrilled to recently collect his brand-new Toro ProStripe 560 pedestrian mower – a machine that promises to take his business to the next level. Every person who registered for GroundsFest 2024 was entered into the prize draw for a …

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The second edition of GroundsFest, held on 10 and 11 September at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire, has firmly established itself as the UK’s largest grounds management and landscaping event. Following a strong debut in 2023, this year’s show exceeded all expectations, marking a significant milestone in its young history. With 8,014 visitors across two days—4,738 …

GroundsFest 2024: More Exhibitors, More Visitors, More Excitement Read More »

GroundsFest 2024 is not just about networking and exhibits; it’s also a hub for practical, hands-on training sessions designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in the land-based industries. This year’s programme, delivered by Grounds Training, offers a variety of sessions tailored to both seasoned professionals and newcomers. With a focus on essential industry topics, …

GroundsFest 2024: Explore Hands-On Learning with Grounds Training Read More »

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the GroundsFest Festival, proudly partnered with Kress. This year’s festival promises to be a highlight of the event, packed with live music, entertainment, delicious food, and great vibes. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your time at the festival. Festival Schedule: Opening Times: …

Get Ready to Rock at GroundsFest! Read More »

GroundsFest 2024 is set to be an unmissable event for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the land-based industries. With a comprehensive education programme spread across four seminar theatres, including practical sessions, there’s something for everyone. The seminars are free to attend, and visitors can earn up to 12 CPD points by …

Discover the Free Education Programme at GroundsFest 2024 Read More »

Another new exciting feature has been confirmed for GroundsFest 2024! The National Avant Pro Challege is an exciting competition that will test participants’ skills through a series of tasks including slaloms, material handling, and tool changes. Competitors will navigate a specially designed track in an Avant Loader, with time penalties for mistakes and disqualification for …

The National Avant Pro Challenge Comes To GroundsFest Read More »