How to get your pitch summer and winter ready

11 Nov 2026
Community Sport Stage
Community Sport
Getting Your Playing Surface Ready for Play This session will cover the key considerations involved in preparing and maintaining a playing surface for the season ahead. Topics will include pre-season maintenance, machinery and equipment preparation, repairing areas affected by previous sports use, and coordinating requirements with different sporting sections within a club. The session will provide practical guidance on preparing playing surfaces for both summer and winter use, with a focus on effective maintenance and planning.
Speakers
Ian Mather-Brewster
Ian Mather-Brewster, Key Account Manager - Grounds Management Association
Dan Milgate
Dan Milgate, Regional Pitch Advisor - Grounds Management Association