Cheltenham Racecourse
At the heart of jump racing is ‘The FestivalTM’ which has become the shining jewel in the racing calendar; a date that coincides with St. Patrick’s...
in Equestrian - on 13/7/18
At the heart of jump racing is ‘The FestivalTM’ which has become the shining jewel in the racing calendar; a date that coincides with St. Patrick’s...
in Equestrian - on 13/7/18
An Emergency Authorisation has been granted for the use of the Syngenta insecticide, Acelepryn, for the control of chafer grubs and leatherjacket on golf...
in Equestrian - on 11/6/18
The Lingfield Park Resort is set in rural Surrey countryside midway between Sevenoaks in Kent and Crawley in West Sussex. Now one of Marriott International’s...
in Equestrian - on 11/5/18
South Wales contractors Peter Villars Sportsgrounds Maintenance (PVSGM) have doubled their aerator fleet. In January the Cwmbran-based family business...
in Equestrian - on 3/5/18
Eight inches of snow was dumped on Wolverhampton Racecourse’s ‘all weather’ track in mid December, seemingly making nonsense of that claim. Yet,...
in Equestrian - on 2/4/18
Independently managed, Fakenham Racecourse sits on the banks of the River Wensum opposite the Norfolk market town. It benefits from tradition and a strong...
in Equestrian - on 2/2/18
To keep both the Rowley Mile Racecourse and July Course worthy of a ‘photo finish’, Estates Manager Alan Hatherley relies on his Trilo kit of blowers...
in Equestrian - on 26/1/18
The RDS is Dublin’s premier venue; slightly smaller in size than the Harrogate Exhibiton Centre, but with the addition of a main stadium arena where...
in Equestrian - on 26/1/18
One team - one dream is the motto of the dedicated staff at Worcester Racecourse, where changes to the track management regime have reaped benefits for...
in Equestrian - on 24/11/17
Aintree Racecourse has been crowned Showcase Champion for 2017 at the annual RCA Showcase Awards.
in Equestrian - on 20/11/17
The unsung hero of Haydock Park Racecourse, who makes sure the course is fit for purpose, has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award
in Equestrian - on 23/10/17
The Racecourse Association (RCA) is delighted to announce the winners of the Racecourse Groundstaff Awards for 2017.
in Equestrian - on 13/10/17
Head groundsman Thomas Wootten is carrying on a family tradition by getting Carlisle Racecourse spruced up for Red Rum Day and the start of the 2017 jumps...
in Equestrian - on 11/10/17
A busy programme with tight recovery windows means that Catterick Racecourse’s turf surfaces require plenty of tender loving care. Jane Carley headed...
in Equestrian - on 25/9/17
Pitchcare, Watt Fences and Fornells will once again sponsor the Racecourse Groundstaff Awards for 2017
in Equestrian - on 4/9/17
Pitchcare are, once again, delighted to sponsor the 2017 Racecourse Groundstaff Awards, along with last year sponsors Watt Fences and Fornells.
in Equestrian - on 13/8/17
Jane Carley reports on a partnership between groundsmen and contractor that is reaping rewards, both on and off the field of play. For it is here that...
in Equestrian - on 4/8/17
Duralock (UK) Limited, a world-leading manufacturer of high-performance PVCu fencing for horse racing and equestrianism, is pleased to announce its partnership...
in Equestrian - on 30/7/17
The invaluable role played by the stable, stud and racecourse staff has been recognised by Racing Staff Week, which began on Saturday with the first of...
in Equestrian - on 8/7/17