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International Thank A Greenkeeper Day is coming

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International Thank A Greenkeeper Day is coming: The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), in conjunction with other global greenkeeping associations, is recognising those who are essential to golf’s success with the return of the popular Thank A Greenkeeper Day.

On Tuesday 10 September, all golfers, those who are in the golf business or anyone who benefits from the game is encouraged to thank greenkeepers and other turf technicians for their hard work and dedication to creating the playing surfaces enjoyed by millions around the globe.

International Thank A Greenkeeper Day is coming

International Thank A Greenkeeper Day is coming

In addition to BIGGA, other groups taking part in the global event include:

  • Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
  • Australian Sports Turf Managers Association
  • Canadian Golf Superintendents Association
  • Federation of European Golf Greenkeepers Associations

Together the groups represent more than 31,000 golf course management professionals in 78 countries around the world.

The celebration will include commercials that will appear on the Golf Channel, print advertisements and social media messages, all sharing the many ways that greenkeepers benefit the game and their communities. Golfers and others are encouraged to join in the conversation on social media using the hashtags #ThankAGreenkeeper (in the UK) or #ThankASuper (United States and elsewhere).

Celebrities to already record messages of support include Jimmy Bullard, Peter Crouch and Joe Cole, as well as reality TV star Mark Wright, social media influencers Mia Baker and Gaz Beadle and Sky Sports personalities Kirsty Gallagher and Trey Niven. But it’s not just about celebrities or professional golfers and everyone associated with golf is encouraged to get involved.

Golf courses and other groups are encouraged to provide special recognition for their greenkeeping team. In previous years this has included providing a clubhouse meal or a token of gratitude for the team or just sharing a message of support across club newsletters and websites.

During the 2023 Thank A Greenkeeper Day, social media messages reached more than 14.7 million followers around the world, while broadcast media reached an additional 18 million people.

A social media tool kit will be made available in early August with materials to aid in the celebration and this will be shared on the BIGGA website.

More information about Thank A Greenkeeper Day is available on the BIGGA website, where you can view some of the amazing messages of support that have already been received, as well as reflect on the success of the 2023 instalment.

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Greenkeeper

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We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Greenkeeper to join Southwell Racecourse & Golf Course

Greenkeeper

Greenkeeper

Who is Southwell Golf Course?

Established in 1993, Southwell Golf Club has matured into a course that presents a stiff challenge to golfers of all abilities. The course has two contrasting nine holes.  The Front 9 sits within Southwell Racecourse and is characterised by a large number of water hazards. The 7th hole, a 138 yards par 3 with an island green is Southwell’s signature hole and is our own equivalent of Sawgrass.

The Back 9 offers a completely different challenge and the tree-lined fairways place an emphasis on accuracy from the tee.  Whilst the holes are not overly long and can offer some birdie opportunities, the narrow fairways and small greens can easily result in dropped shots so finding the fairways is essential.
Southwell Golf Club has an excellent reputation for its friendly atmosphere and offers a warm welcome to visiting golfers.

Responsibilities for the successful Greenkeeper include (but not limited to):

  • To prepare and maintain all areas of the golf course and surrounds in accordance with good sports turf management guidelines and the requirements of the company
  • Management of all fine turf areas as required, to ensure that they are in the best possible condition and to the highest standards of presentation at all times
  • Forward planning to include daily, weekly, seasonal and annual tasks. All planning will be recorded along with other relevant data (weather and irrigation) that will allow analysis to identify trends and developments in the course and its conditions providing better information for future decision making
  • To carryout course construction, bunker, tees, greens etc where agreed and as required
  • Presentation of lawns, car park and other clubhouse areas to the highest possible standard
  • Flower beds and hanging baskets maintenance as required
  • To keep all roadways, clear of rubbish/dirt
  • To ensure that all the golf course machinery and equipment is used as per the manufacturer’s general instructions

The person we are looking for as a Greenkeeper has….

  • Previous experience working in the Golf sector
  • NVQ qualification to L3 in Turf Maintenance/Sports Turf Management, or equivalent/higher an advantage
  • Full clean UK driving license
  • Spray PA1, PA2A &PA6 an advantage
  • Chainsaw qualifications an advantage
  • Strong communication skills – able to communicate at all levels
  • Strong organizational skills

Work Perks of being a Greenkeeper with us….

  • 2 Annual Members passes, giving access to over 1500 racedays
  • Hotel Discounts and Complimentary Golf
  • Annual leave starting at 22 days increasing up to 28
  • Pension & Group life assurance schemes
  • Healthshield – including 24hr GP & EAP

If you are interested in applying for this post, please click on the apply now buttom below which will take you to our on-line application page.

Closing Date:
6th July 2024

Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year finals line-up

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Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year finals line-up: A former IT recruiter, a hotel doorman, a county cricketer and a heavy metal guitarist are just some of the finalists of the most prestigious awards event in the student greenkeeping calendar.

The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) and co-founders and sponsors Toro and Reesink UK have revealed the line-up for the 2024 Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year Awards. Now in its 35th year, the awards have helped unearth some of the brightest talents within the turf management industry and laid the foundations for decades of professional success.

Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year finals line-up

Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year finals line-up

Held at Oulton Hall in Leeds on 2-4 September, the finalists will compete in a series of challenges that are designed to test their technical knowledge and passion for the greenkeeping profession. Winners will then be crowned in the categories of Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year and Toro Young Student Greenkeeper of the Year.

BIGGA Learning and Development Manager Deb Burnett said: “Whether joining the industry fresh from full-time education or opting to switch after a career elsewhere, our finalists are a diverse group, but they demonstrate the extraordinary talent that is present in today’s golf greenkeeping industry. The degree of knowledge they possess is testament to the quality of training they receive, both at work and with their training providers, and we’re looking forward to welcoming them all to the finals in Leeds in September for what stands to be an exciting couple of days.”

David Timms, National Accounts Manager at Reesink UK and Young award category judge, said: “We are very much looking forward to again welcoming this year’s finalists to the long list of student greenkeepers who have made it to this stage previously. The interviews this year were all of a high calibre and showcased how positive the future of the industry is. On behalf of everyone at Reesink UK and Toro, we wish all the finalists good look and will see them in September for the next part of their journey.”

The Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year finalists are:

  1. Patrick Brown, greenkeeper at Wentworth Club and student at Berkshire College of Agriculture
  2. Jack Chapman, apprentice greenkeeper at The Grove and student at Capel Manor College
  3. Matt McCreadie, greenkeeper at Tadmarton Heath Golf Club and student at Myerscough College
  4. Jack Vowell, greenkeeper at Farrington Park Golf Club and student at Bridgwater & Taunton College
  5. Jack Wellings, greenkeeper at JCB Golf & Country Club and student at Myerscough College

The Toro Young Student Greenkeeper of the Year finalists are:

  1. Morgan Bowen, greenkeeper at Nevill Golf Club and student at North Kent College
  2. Alex Fox, apprentice greenkeeper at Woodhall Spa Golf Club and student at Bishop Burton College
  3. William Moore, apprentice greenkeeper at Kilworth Springs Golf Club and student at Myerscough College
  4. Daniel Parker, greenkeeper at Knighton Heath Golf Club and Sparsholt College
  5. Cameron Redden, apprentice greenkeeper at Strathmore Golf Centre and SRUC Elmwood College

To be eligible for the Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year category, candidates must have been a greenkeeper for a minimum of 12 months and be studying towards the Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper or Level 3 Advanced Golf Greenkeeper qualifications.

To be eligible for the Toro Young Student Greenkeeper of the Year category, candidates must be aged 21 or under and studying towards the Level 2 award at the time of application.

More information about the finalists can be found on the BIGGA website, where you can also find information about the incredible prizes on offer for the awards winners and their endorsers and the runners-up in each category, including a 10-week placement on one of the industry’s most influential training courses.

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Brent Downs becomes BIGGA’s 90th Master Greenkeeper

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Brent Downs becomes BIGGA’s 90th Master Greenkeeper: Otter Creek director of agronomy Brent Downs has become the 90th Master Greenkeeper since the certification’s inception in 1990.

In doing so, Brent, 43, is just the 36th person to possess both Master Greenkeeper and Certified Golf Course Superintendent classifications, two of the highest accolades available to experienced golf greenkeepers on either side of the Atlantic.

Brent Downs becomes BIGGA’s 90th Master Greenkeeper

Brent Downs becomes BIGGA’s 90th Master Greenkeeper

Of the moment he was told he had been successful in achieving Master Greenkeeper status, Brent said: “It was amazing and there were a lot of different emotions. I know the journey to get there and a lot of people have walked it before me, so it was equal parts shock and gratitude. The elation, thankfulness and introspection came later.”

Although a resident of Indiana in the Midwest United States, Brent attributes much of his success to experiences gained during spells in Australia and the United Kingdom. Having interned at Loch Lomond Golf Club in 2007, Brent has become the fourth Master Greenkeeper to be associated with the Argyll & Bute course, following in the footsteps of Ken Siems, David Cole and Janne Lehto.

“Not a whole lot of people get the opportunity to intern in Scotland and Australia at the beginning of my career,” said Brent. That just changed my perspective and my worldview so much. It was the first time I ever heard about Master Greenkeeper, because even though there are only 90 of us, four of them are in some way tied to Loch Lomond Golf Club – Ken Siems and David Cole, who were my bosses at the time, and now Janne Lehto and me are Master Greenkeepers 89 and 90.”

After word of Brent’s achievement was circulated to his fellow Master Greenkeepers, he was flooded by congratulations.

“I’m proud of the part I played in this, but you don’t ever accomplish anything like this on your own,” said Brent. “It takes a village and I’m grateful for the Master Greenkeepers that mentored me, coached me and calmed down – they just kept encouraging me to stay with it.

“The minute Deb [Burnett, BIGGA Learning and Development Manager] sent out that email, I don’t think I’ve ever received so many congratulations. It was at that moment I realised what a community or family Master Greenkeeper is.”

To qualify for the Master Greenkeeper Certificate, a candidate must have at least 10 years’ experience working as a greenkeeper including three years as a course manager, head greenkeeper or superintendent. Certification includes the completion of a rigorous assessment programme that covers all aspects of golf course management.

Master Greenkeeper is a mark of distinction and is highly respected in the golf industry, signifying the holder has achieved the highest level of professional expertise with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of golf course management.

You can find out more about Master Greenkeeper on the BIGGA website, www.bigga.org.uk

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Assistant Greenkeeper

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Established in 1903 East Berkshire Golf Club is a member’s club located in the village of Crowthorne in the heart of Berkshire. From its origins as a Heathland Course, East Berkshire has matured into a tree lined course of great beauty. We have employed an architect to provide us with a masterplan for future improvements, with continuous investment in Drainage, Construction and Practice Facilities with further projects planned over the coming years. Boosting a full membership and a lengthy waiting list, now is a great time to join and be part of a young dynamic team.

Assistant Greenkeeper

Assistant Greenkeeper

As a minimum, our Assistant Greenkeeper will be expected to demonstrate the following:

  • A positive attitude to work, self-motivated and a team player
  • A flexible approach to work, work hours and weekend duties
  • Must hold NVQ 2 or equivalent qualification and 3 years’ experience
  • Be able to work to the highest of standards and possess a keen attention to detail
  • Carry out work in accordance to health and safety guidelines
  • Want to further their skills, training and development

The following qualifications would be an advantage:

  • Spraying Certificates PA1, PA2 and PA6
  • Chainsaw Certificates CS 30/31
  • Irrigation Maintenance and repair

Assistant Greenkeeper Benefits:

  • 22 days holiday per annum
  • Educational opportunities
  • Uniform & PPE
  • Lunch on duty
  • BIGGA Membership
  • Staff Bonus Fund
  • Pension Scheme
  • A very competitive salary that is based on experience and qualifications, this includes some overtime for weekdays and weekend work.

If you possess the relevant skills & qualifications for this vacancy, then please apply now & if you are successful, we will contact you to arrange an interview.

Salary; up to 32K

To Apply; Please email a covering letter and CV to Coursemanager@eastberkshiregolfclub.co.uk

www.Eastberkshiregolf.com

Assistant Greenkeeper

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Burford is situated mid-way between Oxford and Cheltenham, its golf course enjoys an enviable reputation throughout Oxfordshire.

Assistant Greenkeeper

Assistant Greenkeeper

Applications are requested for the appointment of Assistant Greenkeeper from suitably qualified and highly motivated candidates who will:

  • Carry out all aspects of basic course maintenance
  • Hold relevant industry qualifications (NVQ 2, PA1 & PA2 spraying, Chainsaw certificate all preferred)
  • Possess a full UK driving licence
  • Possess knowledge of modern machinery and golf course maintenance
  • Adhere to Health & Safety Legislation
  • Contributes ideas
  • Competitive package available dependent upon qualifications, experience, and suitability

Email Covering Letter and CV to:  headgreenkeeper@burfordgolfclub.co.uk and GM@burfordgolfclub.co.uk.

Closing date for applications is 7 June 2024.

Interviews planned from 9 June 2024.

Qualified Greenkeeper

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Knowle Golf Club is recognised in the Bristol area and beyond as one of the region’s most prominent Clubs. Our Course; a green oasis just minutes from central Bristol is both beautiful and an enjoyable challenge for all golfers. In recent years we have invested circa £500k in course improvements and anticipate further significant investment in the coming years, both via contractor and with in-house projects. The greenkeeping team play a key part in shaping and planning these improvements.

Qualified Greenkeeper

Qualified Greenkeeper

We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified greenkeeper to join our skilled and friendly team who are responsible for maintaining and enhancing the condition of the golf course. This role would suit an experienced and enthusiastic individual, who is looking for a fresh challenge in an enjoyable working environment.

The successful candidate will require:

  • Previous golf course experience and a minimum of NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
  • PA1, PA2, PA6 & NPTC Chainsaw license (preferred but not essential)
  • A willingness to continue their professional development and work to the highest standards of greenkeeping
  • An understanding of Health & Safety
  • The ability to work both unsupervised and as part of a team
  • Good communication skills
  • A full UK driving licence

In return we offer:

  • Salary of £32,500
  • In addition to the above, we pay an enhanced overtime rate, generally working one 4-hour Saturday morning shift and one 4-hour Sunday morning per month. These are paid at time and a half and double time respectively, taking the expected annual earnings to circa £35,000
  • Holiday & Pension benefits in excess of statutory minimums
  • Opportunity for fully funded training and attendance at external events such as BTME
  • Newly refurbished staff welfare facility
  • The opportunity to play a full part in the golfing and social side of the Club

To apply, please send a CV For the Attention of Mike Sage, Head Greenkeeper to office@knowlegolfclub.co.uk or for more information, call Mike on 07774 476907

CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY 6th JUNE 2024

Qualified Assistant Greenkeeper

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Situated on the Hampshire Downs, Weybrook Park boasts an 18-hole downland West Course and a 9-hole parkland East Course, offering an enjoyable experience for all standards of player. Being based on free draining chalk enables us to enjoy all-year-round golf on both of our high-quality courses.

Qualified Assistant Greenkeeper

Qualified Assistant Greenkeeper

To complement our existing team, we are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Assistant Greenkeeper with the following attributes:

  • A high level of attention to detail.
  • The ability to carry out multiple tasks.
  • Hard working, with a good attitude.

The following qualifications are essential:

  • Experience as a greenkeeper with an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Sports Turf Maintenance.

The following are desirable but not essential:

  • Chainsaw certificates in felling and cross-cutting.
  • Irrigation maintenance, repair, and use.
  • Spraying Certificates PA1, PA2 and PA6.

Staff Benefits:

  • Complimentary use of the golf course and practice facilities.
  • Discount on food & drink purchased while on shift.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Training and development programs.
  • Staff incentive reward scheme Job Type:
  • Full-time, Permanent.

Salary: A competitive salary based on experience & qualifications is offered.

To Apply: Please send CV and cover letter to: coursemanager@weybrookpark.co.uk

Closing Date: 14 May 2024

First Assistant Greenkeeper

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Moortown Golf Club, founded in 1909 and well-known as one of the finest golf courses in the North of England, is recruiting to enhance our excellent team of greenkeepers.

First Assistant Greenkeeper

First Assistant Greenkeeper

The Club is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Greenkeeper to join the existing team. The FIRST ASSISTANT position will be supporting the Deputy Course Manager and Course Manager, to lead a team and carry out tasks for the day. The successful candidate will be expected to help ensure our course is maintained to the standards expected of a Top 100 venue. They must have highly proficient greenkeeping skills and agronomic knowledge and a reasonable understanding of Health & Safety, COSHH, and other legislative matters is deemed to be of the highest importance.

General Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a greenkeeping position.
  • Must be qualified up to a minimum of NVQ Level 2 Sports Turf Management or similar qualification.
  • Spraying Certificates PA1, PA2 and PA6
  • Full driving License is required

The following qualifications would be an advantage, but are not essential:

  • Chainsaw certificates in felling and cross-cutting
  • Construction experience
  • Irrigation maintenance, repair and use
  • First Aid

Successful candidate will be provided with:

  • Competitive Salary with extra payment for overtime (Weekend overtime on a rota basis)
  • Major tournament experience
  • Pension scheme available after 3 months
  • Development and training opportunities
  • Full uniform and PPE provided

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a professional and welcoming approach at all times when dealing with members, guests and visitors.
  • Work effectively with all members of the Greenkeeping Team and were required direct and assist the team to carry out routine golf course maintenance tasks as directed by the Course Manager. For example – the maintenance of bunkers, course furniture, drainage and general presentation
  • To assist in turf maintenance including mowing, irrigation, and control of pests and diseases on the greens and other playing surfaces.
  • To assist in setting up the course, including changing holes, moving tee markers, as directed by the Course Manager.
  • In conjunction with the Course Manager, gain knowledge of the plant machinery used for specific tasks, ensuring you are only using the machinery you have been properly trained on. Use it in the correct manner and comply with Health and Safety regulations whilst in operation.
  • Prepare machinery ready for use and clean machinery after use. Carry out any maintenance required to the machinery as requested by the Course Manager
  • Remain conversant with modern greenkeeping practices and to attend training courses which are identified by the club as being necessary for the performance of the position.
  • Take all responsible steps and be proactive to protect the health, safety, welfare of yourself, all employees, members and visitors by following all legislative rules & guidance.
  • Ensure all faults and defects relating to the condition of the course, equipment, tools, buildings etc. are reported to the Course Manager.

To Apply: Please email a covering letter and CV to Steve Robinson – srobinson@moortown-gc.co.uk

Closing Date: 12 May 2024

Greenkeeper receives prestigious award

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Greenkeeper receives prestigious award: Golf greenkeepers from across the globe joined together at the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association’s (BIGGA) annual education programme and trade show to celebrate the career of a former head greenkeeper who spent 30 years building a network of turf professionals across Europe.

Dean Cleaver began his career at The Leicestershire Golf Club and later became head greenkeeper at Rugby Golf Club and then Stratford-upon-Avon Golf Club. He first joined the committee of a greenkeepers’ association aged just 17 and in 1996 became BIGGA’s youngest-ever chairperson, aged just 38.

Greenkeeper receives prestigious award

Greenkeeper receives prestigious award

In 1996 he led the formation of the Federation of European Golf Greenkeepers Associations and has acted as executive officer ever since, building a network of organisations to promote greenkeeping and enhance the support available to turf professionals, whether a country has thousands of golf courses or just one. Today FEGGA unites 23 associations around the world, including the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America and the Turfgrass Managers Association of South Africa.

Dean will step down from his post when he retires later in 2024.

At the BIGGA Celebration sponsored by Jacobsen, hosted on the opening evening of the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME), Dean was presented with the Outstanding Contribution award sponsored by Jacobsen, in recognition of a half century of commitment to supporting his fellow greenkeepers.

BIGGA Chief Executive Jim Croxton said: “During a 50-year career, Dean Cleaver has shown an unwavering commitment to uniting greenkeepers, no matter their golf club’s location or standing in the game. Possessing a work ethic instilled in him at The Leicestershire by his mentor, Paddy McCarron, Dean spent decades supporting the activities of first the British Golf Greenkeepers Association and then BIGGA when it was formed in 1987.

“His commitment to a Europe-wide project led to the formation of FEGGA in 1996 and that has provided a network that links established associations such as ours with those in countries where golf is still an emerging sport.

“Dean’s legacy will be felt for decades to come and in this, the year of his retirement, BIGGA could not be prouder to present him with our most prestigious accolade, the Outstanding Contribution award sponsored by Jacobsen.”

Also scooping top prizes at the BIGGA Celebration and showcasing the broad range of clubs represented by members of the association, were two clubs at either end of the golfing spectrum.

The team at Dudley Golf Club received Greenkeeping Project of the Year sponsored by Origin Amenity Solutions. Leading a team of just three, Stewart Marshall has brought the Midlands golf club back from the brink by using innovative and often cost-free sustainable solutions. From being on the verge of closure prior to the pandemic, the team has transformed Dudley with little or no budget into a thriving venue, just in time for the club’s 130th anniversary.

Examples of development work include:

  • Asking for unwanted wooden planks from a local timber yard for the construction of bridges and reusing old materials to create flower beds and pathways
  • Engaging with local schools to enhance and promote the ecological offering of the site
  • Hosting fun social events in the clubhouse to raise money for equipment.

Stewart and his team have shown what can be achieved through innovative thinking and greenkeeping expertise, highlighting the key role greenkeepers play in the success of any golf club.

Also receiving a BIGGA Award was Walton Heath Golf Club. Following the successful hosting of US Open qualifying and the AIG Women’s Open, Michael Mann and his team were awarded with Championship Greenkeeping Performance of the Year sponsored by Bernhard & Company.

Following the news the club would be hosting the only UK-based women’s Major championship in 2023, a pest infestation and prolonged drought devastated turf quality at the historic Surrey venue, ultimately leading to the installation of a new irrigation system. Vandalism further damaged playing surfaces but the team worked extra hours – often working under floodlights – to repair the damage. Delays slowed progress but the greenkeepers stepped up and took on responsibility for reinstating turf on top of daily maintenance and other project work, eventually completing installation a full 12 months after the contractual end date.

Thanks to the extraordinary efforts of the team, both US Open Qualifying and the AIG Women’s Open were successfully staged, with the greenkeeping team receiving widespread plaudits for the immaculate presentation of the course despite all the challenges they had overcome.

Nominations for the BIGGA Awards were submitted throughout 2023, with a judging panel meeting to decide the finalists and overall winners.

The other finalists were:

Greenkeeping Project of the Year with Origin Amenity Solutions

  • Basingstoke Golf Club
  • Sandiway Golf Club

Championship Greenkeeping Performance of the Year with Bernhard & Company

  • Paisley Golf Club
  • Portlethen Golf Club

More information about the BIGGA Awards and the finalists can be found on the BTME website.

BTME continues until Thursday 24 January at the Harrogate Convention Centre in North Yorkshire.

Nominations will reopen for the 2024 awards following the conclusion of BTME.

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