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Hayling Golf Club Practice Area Survives Rare Tidal Event

January 8, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Hayling Golf Club Practice Area Survives Rare Tidal Event: Just two weeks after the installation of a high walled, revetted practice bunker by synthetic bunker experts EcoBunker, renowned south coast links course Hayling Golf Club suffered an unprecedented tidal event that put their investment at immediate risk. “Water resources are very limited on Hayling Island […]

Mansfield Sand to Showcase Premium Sand Solutions at BTME

January 8, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

Mansfield Sand to Showcase Premium Sand Solutions at BTME: Visitors to Mansfield Sand’s stand (242) at BTME 2026, taking place from 20–22 January at the Harrogate Convention Centre, will have the opportunity to explore a standout selection of sand-based products designed to elevate the performance, longevity, and overall health of sports surfaces. With more than […]

Hayling Golf Club Practice Area Survives Rare Tidal Event

January 8, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Mansfield Sand to Showcase Premium Sand Solutions at BTME

January 8, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

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Hayling Golf Club Practice Area Survives Rare Tidal Event

January 8, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Hayling Golf Club Practice Area Survives Rare Tidal Event: Just two weeks after the installation of a high walled, revetted practice bunker by synthetic bunker experts EcoBunker, renowned south coast links course Hayling Golf Club suffered an unprecedented tidal event that put their investment at immediate risk.

“Water resources are very limited on Hayling Island and we don’t have any irrigation on the practice ground,” explained Graeme Roberts, course manager at Hayling Golf Club. “That made EcoBunker the obvious choice for our practice bunker as it would maintain its visual appeal and playability with very limited maintenance.”

Hayling Golf Club Practice Area Survives Rare Tidal Event

However, in early December, just two weeks after the practice bunker was completed, Hayling experienced spring tides and off-shore winds that led to the highest sea levels seen in many years. The unprecedented tides pushed 20 to 30 tonnes of shingle against, and through, the boundary fence, creating a slipway for sea water to run straight into the practice area.

“Over two consecutive nights the teeing and bunker practice area was completely underwater. Sediment was spread across the whole area and our new practice bunker filled up with sea water. By the time the tide had receded on the second morning, we had significant damage across the area from the sea water, including damage to the new turf that had been laid around the bunker,” continued Graeme.

“Remarkably, despite such a significant event, the only evidence that sea water had been in the bunker was the silt deposited on the liner and a sediment line where the water had reached. With a quick brush of the face and a clean of the liner, the bunker was as good as the day it went in.”

EcoBunker CEO and inventor of synthetic bunker technology, Richard Allen commented, “We have lots of evidence from our Floridian customers that EcoBunkers have stood the test of hurricanes, storms and weather events. But I’m not sure we’ve ever heard of a bunker being completely under water for two nights! This was a huge challenge for Graeme and his team, so I’m delighted that our EcoBunker technology withstood the test and was one less thing for Graeme and his team to worry about.”

Less than two weeks after the tidal event, with a quick refresh of their EcoBunker and a significant clear up of the practice area, Graeme and his team are making great progress towards providing members and visitors with the practice experience that they have invested in.

For more information on EcoBunker please visit www.ecobunker.co.uk

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Mansfield Sand to Showcase Premium Sand Solutions at BTME

January 8, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

Mansfield Sand to Showcase Premium Sand Solutions at BTME: Visitors to Mansfield Sand’s stand (242) at BTME 2026, taking place from 20–22 January at the Harrogate Convention Centre, will have the opportunity to explore a standout selection of sand-based products designed to elevate the performance, longevity, and overall health of sports surfaces.

With more than 170 years of industry expertise, Mansfield Sand is a recognised leader in premium silica sand solutions. Its products support a wide range of applications across the sports, landscaping, and equestrian sectors – serving professional stadiums, championship golf courses, and world-class equestrian venues.

Mansfield Sand to Showcase Premium Sand Solutions at BTME

At BTME, Mansfield Sand’s expert team will be available throughout the event to discuss how their specialist materials can enhance and support your turf management objectives. Key products on display will include:

Reinforced Rootzone Range

Mansfield Sand’s Reinforced Rootzones are engineered to strengthen natural turf surfaces while meeting the increasing performance demands of modern sport. These mixes are designed to offer stability, drainage, and durability, ensuring consistent playing conditions.

Fibre Reinforced Rootzone – reinforced with polypropylene fibres for added stability and strength.

Fibrelastic Rootzone – a blend of polypropylene and flexible Elastane fibres to deliver exceptional surface resilience.

Fibresand – ideal for maintaining surface integrity during periods of heavy play, renovation, or winter wear.

Sand Soil Rootzones

Perfect for both renovation and new-build projects, these rootzones combine high-quality Mansil 40 Silica Sand with screened topsoil to create a balanced growing medium for healthy, vigorous turf.

Sand Compost Rootzones

For environments requiring enhanced organic content, these blends provide improved nutrient retention and greater drought tolerance – helping turf remain robust and resilient.

Top Dressing

Mansfield Sand’s Soil Top Dressing for fine turf applications combines premium silica sands with sterilised, screened soils to create a smooth, stone-free finish. Bespoke blends can also be formulated to meet specific turf management needs.

Mansil Silica Sand Sports Range

Sourced from the company’s renowned Two Oaks Quarry, the Mansil silica sand range remains an essential component for the construction and maintenance of sports surfaces, including golf courses, bowling greens, and winter sports pitches.

Visit Mansfield Sand at Stand 242 to discover how their expertise and product range can help you achieve consistently high-performing sports surfaces at every level.

For more information, visit www.mansfield-sand.co.uk, follow them on X at @MansfieldSand, or connect on Facebook and Instagram at Mansfield Sand Sport Surfaces.

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