GroundsFest 2026 has once again demonstrated why it has become the industry’s must-attend event, bringing together every corner of the groundscare, landscaping, amenities and outdoor industries for two unforgettable days at Stoneleigh Park. A total of 10,664 unique visitors attended …

The latest monthly Market Update from the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) shows that garden centre sales rose by +2% in value, including catering, in August 2026 compared with the same month last year, and were +7% ahead of August 2024. …

GroundsFest Academy are hosting an Optimising Turf Performance event at Leigh Sports Village on Wednesday, 14th October 2026, and would like to invite you and your team to attend. This is a free-to-attend and CPD-accredited event. This event will explore …

The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) has confirmed a new Board leadership team following its Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on the 16th September 2026, at GroundsFest. Ground Control’s Technical Director, Matt Nokes, has been confirmed as the new …

When Pete McArthur, Director of Strathbogie Scotland, talks about turf management, it’s clear this isn’t just about machinery. It’s about helping greenkeepers do what they do best. Pete has spent years building the business around innovation, particularly in robotics and …

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) and the Gardens Trust have brought together a coalition of organisations across the horticulture and landscape sectors to call on the government to make long-term investment in the UK’s green infrastructure a national priority.   …