Pitchcare

: 🏆 Award-winning results through consistency.

Dean Gibbons' attention to detail, patience and commitment to continual improvement have earned him the Bowls & Croquet Grounds Person of the Year title at the 2026 Awards. Discover the principles behind Wantage Bowling Club's high-performing greens. 👏🌱

🔗 Read more here 👇
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/news/grounds-person-of-the-year-dean-gibbons-on-consistency-adaptability-and-excellence

: 🌿 Join the Estates Team at Haileybury School 🌿

Haileybury School are looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals with a passion for horticulture, grounds maintenance and high standards of presentation. There are two permanent, full-time opportunities available:

✅ Groundsperson
✅ Gardener

📍 Full-time, permanent positions
📅 Closing date: 3 September 2026

Find out more and apply today! 👇
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/jobs

: From burnout to belonging 💚

After nearly 20 years in an office, Mark Morgan found a new lease of life in turfcare. His story shows how fresh air, purpose and being active can make a real difference to mental wellbeing.

Read his inspiring journey here 👇
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/news/finding-better-mental-health-through-turfcare-at-belper-meadows

: 📢 Hampton School is recruiting for two exciting opportunities within its Grounds Team.

Set on a stunning 28-acre campus in South West London, Hampton School is looking for passionate individuals to help maintain some of the finest sports facilities in the independent school sector.

🌿 Groundsperson – help maintain high-quality sports surfaces and grounds used by hundreds of pupils every day.
🌱 Grounds Apprentice (with Level 2 Horticulture Operative qualification)

Whether you're an experienced groundsperson or looking to take your first step into the industry, these roles offer the chance to work in a fantastic environment and contribute to a thriving school community. Find out more and apply now 👇
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/jobs

: 🌎 Super El Niño is everywhere in the news right now.

For those responsible for managing turf and outdoor spaces, understanding the real implications matters far more than sensational headlines!

Industry expert Mark Hunt made sense of this in the last issue of . He cuts through the noise to explain the facts, the science, and the potential implications for turf managers 👇
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/news/how-a-super-el-nino-could-shape-your-season

: 🌿 Join the team at Halfpenny Green Golf Club!

Halfpenny Green Golf Club & Driving Range is looking for a Groundskeeper to help maintain its beautiful golf course and facilities in the South Staffordshire countryside.

Previous groundskeeping experience is welcome, but a positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn are just as important.

📍 Full-time, permanent position
⛳ Competitive salary based on experience
🌳 Beautiful countryside location

👉 Apply today and become part of the team!
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/jobs/groundskeeper-4

: Would your team benefit more from another mower... or more time?

That's the question many turf managers are now asking.

As labour becomes harder to recruit and retain, the conversation is shifting from reducing labour costs to maximising labour value. Technology isn't replacing greenkeepers. It's becoming another member of the team.

Find out more here 👇
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/news/the-technology-tackling-turfcare-s-biggest-challenges

Toro UK

: 🎓 GroundsFest has unveiled its FREE education programme, featuring four dedicated seminar theatres packed with expert-led sessions across grounds management, sports turf, landscaping and local authorities.

🌱 Pitchcare Theatre
⛳ BIGGA & DLF Theatre
🌳 Landscape Zone Theatre
🌿 BALI & HortWeek Theatre

Join industry leaders on 16-17 September at Stoneleigh Park for practical insights on sustainability, AI, robotics, workforce development and more.

Find out more and register for FREE: https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/news/groundsfest-unveils-its-2026-free-education-programme

GroundsFest Academy

: 🏉 Community rugby season start delayed until 21 September

The RFU has confirmed a two-week delay to the start of the competitive community rugby season following extensive consultation with clubs across England.

The decision has been made to prioritise:
✅ Player welfare on hard, dry pitches
✅ Fair competition across all leagues
✅ Certainty for clubs, volunteers and organisers

Read the full RFU update and what it means for your club 👇
https://www.pitchcare.com/blogs/news/community-rugby-season-delay-rfu-statement

Community Rugby season delay: RFU statement After careful consideration and extensive consultation with clubs across England, we have decided to delay the start of the competitive community game season until the week commencing Monday 21 September. We appreciate this will be disappointing news to...