December 2019 (Page 1)

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BIGGA Awards finalists

From England’s south coast to the Perthshire hills, the finalists of the BIGGA Awards 2020 have once again shown what talented and passionate greenkeeping...

in Golf - on 31/12/19

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AllTrec on show at BTME

Campey Turf Care Systems is bringing the 100% electric AllTrec Tool Carrier to BTME 2020 to introduce the future of zero CO2-emissions golf course...

in Machinery & Mechanics - on 31/12/19

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Innovative STIHL blower

The BR 800 C-E from STIHL is the latest addition to its range of innovative and high-performance blowers, ideal for professional landscapers and local...

in Machinery & Mechanics - on 30/12/19

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Stratford find a solution

Stratford-On-Avon Golf Club in Warwickshire has chosen Toro for its new irrigation system, adding to its full fleet of Toro machinery and becoming a Total...

in Golf - on 30/12/19

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Green green grass of home

A popular Warwickshire equestrian sports venue has been revitalised by enthusiastic young teams using modern techniques to make the most of its natural...

in Equestrian - on 30/12/19

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New 3G for Winklebury

Hampshire County FA officially opened a new stadia floodlit third generation (3G) artificial grass pitch (AGP) at its Wiklebury Football Complex headquarters...

in Football - on 29/12/19

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Charterhouse solutions

A brand-new addition to the renowned Redexim Verti-Drain range will be a particular highlight on the Charterhouse Turf Machinery stand at BTME 2020

in Machinery & Mechanics - on 29/12/19

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Bayer's supportive role

Greenkeepers are crucial to a golf course’s success, but inevitably a helping hand is sometimes required to maintain playability throughout the year...

in Golf - on 28/12/19

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STIHL’s MSA 220 chainsaw

Ideal for forestry and agricultural work, STIHL’s MSA 220 C-B is the most powerful cordless chainsaw in the STIHL range.

in Machinery & Mechanics - on 28/12/19

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Southwark to become hub

After 6+ years of consultations and numerous meetings the plans for the redevelopment of Burgess Park sports centre have finally been approved

in Rugby - on 27/12/19

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Kyle is an inspiration

Kyle McClung, who started his career on home turf at Wigtownshire County Golf Club but is now working at Glenbervie, has been named as the top student...

in Golf - on 27/12/19

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Here lies the problem!

At the end of November, Maxwell Amenity MD Dave Saltman was invited by a local Secondary school to address their year 11 students - school leavers in the...

in Training & Education - on 27/12/19

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New 3G for Ascot United

Ascot United FC in Berkshire celebrated the opening of their new third generation (3G) artificial grass pitch (AGP) with the presence of The FA Chairman,...

in Football - on 26/12/19

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Campeys keep U8s warm

Campey Turf Care Systems has helped keep Kidsgrove Athletic Blues U8’s warm over winter as the team's new coat sponsor

in Football - on 26/12/19

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Facility Of The Year

Playfinder’s 2019 Outstanding Sports Facility Of The Year award has been won by Tooting and Mitcham Community Sports Club.

in Multi-sports venues - on 25/12/19

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RIP Geoff Gardner

Geoff Gardner, a Newborough Cricket Club man for 68 years, has passed away at the age of 82

in Cricket - on 24/12/19

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Gateshead gets new 3G

A state-of-the-art floodlit third generation (3G) artificial grass pitch (AGP) and athletics track was officially opened by Gateshead Council in Blaydon...

in Football - on 24/12/19

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Temporary - yes or no?

Nothing causes more gloom for golfers in winter than the sight of frost on the ground. Will we be playing on the main greens, or will it be the dreaded...

in Golf - on 24/12/19

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Toro a driving force ...

The Drift Golf Club in Surrey has continued its investment in Toro as it embarks on a £1 million project to bring in new facilities and continue the improvement...

in Golf - on 23/12/19

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Sherriff acquire Greenlay

John Deere agricultural and turf dealer Thomas Sherriff & Co Ltd, whose headquarters are based at Haddington in East Lothian, has bought the professional...

in Industry News - on 23/12/19