Blog Elements - Turf Matters

Half Sized Blog Element (Single Author Style)

Half Sized Blog Element (Multi Author Style)

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

August 12, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey Campey Turf Care Systems will return to GroundsFest this September on Stand 35, showcasing a carefully selected line-up of machinery tailored to the turf maintenance needs of landscapers, local authorities and contractors. As maintenance programmes become more targeted and closely monitored, with grounds professionals increasingly accountable, Campey is […]

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

August 11, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme GroundsFest has officially announced its 2026 education programme, with four dedicated seminar theatres delivering two days of free expert-led sessions covering the biggest topics affecting the grounds management, landscaping, local authority and sports turf sectors. Taking place on 16 and 17 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, the CPD-focused […]

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

August 12, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

August 11, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

Full Sized Blog Element (Big Preview Pic)

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

August 12, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

Campey Turf Care Systems will return to GroundsFest this September on Stand 35, showcasing a carefully selected line-up of machinery tailored to the turf maintenance needs of landscapers, local authorities and contractors.

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

As maintenance programmes become more targeted and closely monitored, with grounds professionals increasingly accountable, Campey is focused on providing specialist equipment that enables individual operations to be carried out with maximum precision and efficiency.

Leading the display is the Rotadairon Stone Burier, a new addition to the Campey portfolio. Designed to produce a high-quality seedbed in a single pass, the machine buries stones, vegetation and surface debris beneath the cultivated layer while leaving fine soil on the surface ready for seeding or turf establishment. By combining cultivation, levelling and consolidation into one operation, it offers contractors and turf professionals an efficient solution for sports turf construction, renovation and landscaping projects.

The remainder of the stand continues the specialist theme. The Vredo Turf Buddy and Vredo Turf Fix demonstrate different approaches to overseeding and turf repair, helping grounds professionals improve establishment while minimising disruption to play. For operations where accuracy and timing are critical, the Campey Pedestrian Aeraseeder combines aeration and seeding in a single pass, while the Campey Electric Sarel Roller offers a lightweight, battery-powered approach to surface aeration, reflecting the growing demand for quieter, lower-emission maintenance equipment.

Individually, each machine has a clearly defined purpose. Collectively, they illustrate how turf maintenance is evolving. As expectations of playing surfaces continue to increase, success is often achieved not through one machine that does everything, but through specialist equipment designed to perform individual tasks exceptionally well. Whether establishing new surfaces, encouraging recovery or carrying out routine maintenance, these machines are built to complement existing equipment fleets and provide grounds teams with greater flexibility throughout the year.

Visitors to the Campey stand will be able to see each machine up close and discuss their applications with the company’s team, discovering how specialist equipment can make a significant difference to the quality and efficiency of modern turf management.

For the latest industry news visit turfmatters.co.uk/news

Get all of the big headlines, pictures, opinions and videos on stories that matter to you.

Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for fun, fresh and engaging content.

You can also find us on Facebook for more of your must-see news, features, videos and pictures from Turf Matters

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

August 11, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

GroundsFest has officially announced its 2026 education programme, with four dedicated seminar theatres delivering two days of free expert-led sessions covering the biggest topics affecting the grounds management, landscaping, local authority and sports turf sectors.

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

Taking place on 16 and 17 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, the CPD-focused programme has been designed to give visitors practical advice, fresh ideas and valuable insight they can implement straight away.

With no pre-booking required, visitors can simply turn up to the sessions they want to attend. However, with many talks expected to be extremely popular, arriving early is recommended to guarantee a seat.

Spread across four theatres located throughout Hall 1 and The Landscape Zone, the programme brings together leading industry professionals, researchers and practitioners to tackle some of the sector’s most pressing challenges. From climate resilience and emerging technologies to workforce development, AI, sustainability and business growth, there is something for every visitor.

Delivered in partnership with industry organisations including BIGGA and BALI, the programme features an impressive line-up of respected speakers. Among those taking to the Pitchcare stage in Hall 1 are Gary Barwell from Edgbaston Stadium, who will share his expertise on renovating turf following periods of extreme heat and drought stress, and Dr Jonathan Knowles from Leicester City FC Sports Turf Academy, who will discuss the growing importance of apprenticeships in developing the next generation of industry professionals.

In the BIGGA and DLF theatre visitors will hear from Glenn Kirby, Research Director at STRI, on the role of light in turf performance, while sessions from DLF, Mansfield Sand, Origin Amenity Solutions, ICL, Husqvarna and Aquatrols will explore the latest developments in turf science, topdressing, irrigation, battery technology and robotics.

The Landscape Zone theatre will focus on the future of landscaping, featuring discussions on autonomous equipment, resilient planting, healthier soils, battery-powered machinery and business development. Visitors can also gain practical advice on topics including AI for marketing, scaling a landscaping business, career development, recruitment and creating sustainable public spaces. The programme also includes fast-paced Landscape Careers Live recruitment sessions.

The BALI and HortWeek Theatre will host sessions that explore the rise of autonomous and battery-powered equipment, creating more resilient landscapes, the business case for BALI membership, recruitment and skills development, and the importance of well-designed outdoor spaces. The theatre will also host the prestigious GroundsFest Innovation Awards, celebrating the products that are pushing the industry forward.

Whether you’re responsible for sports pitches, golf courses, bowling greens, parks, estates, landscaping projects or public spaces, the education programme has been developed to provide practical solutions to real-world challenges.

Bradley Tennant, Education Director of GroundsFest Academy, said:

“Education has always been a huge part of what GroundsFest is about. We wanted to create a programme that isn’t just informative, but genuinely useful for people working across every part of the industry. Together with our partners we’ve brought together leading experts who will be sharing practical knowledge, real experiences and forward-thinking ideas that visitors can immediately apply in their own roles. Best of all, every session is completely free to attend.”

GroundsFest takes place on 16 and 17 September 2026 at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. Entry to the education programme is included with a free GroundsFest visitor pass, and there is no need to pre-book seminar sessions – simply arrive early to secure your place.

For the latest industry news visit turfmatters.co.uk/news

Get all of the big headlines, pictures, opinions and videos on stories that matter to you.

Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for fun, fresh and engaging content.

You can also find us on Facebook for more of your must-see news, features, videos and pictures from Turf Matters

Half Sized Blog Element (Single Author Style)

Half Sized Blog Element (Multi Author Style)

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

Full Sized Blog Element (Big Preview Pic)

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

Specialist Solutions Take Centre Stage for Campey

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

RESOURCES

CONTACT

CONNECT