This practical, hands-on session is designed specifically for community-level operatives who want to build confidence and competence when working with basic rotary and cylinder mowers, and attaching implements to compact tractors. 

The Premier League and STRI Group will discuss this world-class, safe playing surfaces benchmark – by highlighting best practice in pitch construction, drainage, irrigation, winter management, and the …

How Everton FC's grounds team, consultants, pitch contractors and stadium operations worked together to design and deliver the newly-built stadium's playing surface for test events and start-of-season …

Join the Football Foundation and PAS team.

Each meet-up gives attendees the chance to connect with GMA Pitch Advisors, network with peers, and enjoy a bespoke tour of exhibitors showcasing equipment and solutions tailored specifically for community and grassroots clubs.

This session is designed for professional turf managers and experienced grounds staff who want to refine their mower setup and improve definition, extend sharpening intervals, and cut all grass types. 

Looking at the differences between hybrid stitched, lay and play and fibresand pitches - to help you decide on which type is best for your club

An introduction to sports pitch design and Sport EnA presentation and live demonstrations that showcase how and why pitches are specifically designed - as set out in the new Sport England Design Guidance. Practical tests include: Water through coarse soil; water through coarse over fine soil; water through fine over coarse soil; capillary rise up through coarse, medium and fine soils; the effect a surfactant (wetting agent) has on hydrophobic soil; hydraulic draw from changes in soil depth; matric tension in soil; and compaction.gland’s latest natural turf guidance’

Join the RFU and RFL.

Each meet-up gives attendees the chance to connect with GMA Pitch Advisors, network with peers, and enjoy a bespoke tour of exhibitors showcasing equipment and solutions tailored specifically for community and grassroots clubs.

James Haskell to deliver an engaging and motivational session drawing on his experiences as a professional rugby player, media personality, and entrepreneur. The talk will explore the mindset required to perform at the highest level, how to build resilience, and how to transfer elite performance principles into everyday professional environments, interspersed with some anecdotes/stories about his days as a professional rugby player. Any nod to the hard work of grounds teams to produce pitches and how this improves player performance will go down well with the audience.   

This hands-on session focuses on getting the best from your sprayer equipment, whether you’re treating turf for weeds, pests, or feeding.

Hear from current & past members as they discuss the importance of bringing young talent into the sector, the changes they want to see and why they got involved.

This session will cover innovative strategies, challenges and research highlights (from Tennessee and Michigan State Universities) related to FIFA 2026 pitch preparation in the US, Canada & Mexico. Pl …

An introduction to the different learning pathways in grounds management and how a hobby could turn into a life-long learning experience

Each meet-up gives attendees the chance to connect with GMA Pitch Advisors, network with peers, and enjoy a bespoke tour of exhibitors showcasing equipment and solutions tailored specifically for community and grassroots clubs.

This session is designed for professional turf managers and experienced grounds staff who want to refine their sprayer setup and maximise the effectiveness of every application. 

An update on the prevention and eradication of Grey Leaf Spot from a molecular biology standpoint. The panel will discuss how they test for GLS, what the data means etc, and what actions have been taken by those clubs affected.

A special one-to-one interview on the challenges of course preparation for the world-famous Open tournament and how these have changed since the course last hosted the event in 2019

Financial planning is key to pitch development and long-term maintenance goals. This session helps you to use funding wisely and to implement a workable budget

The pressure is on for all involved in the amenity, grounds and sports turf sector to implement and demonstrate sustainable practice in all operations and activities. This session will summarise the main drivers and requirements, define what is meant by sustainable practice and give guidance on how to assess how you are doing currently and how to further develop good practice

With topics including: irrigation innovation; weather-driven decision-making; regulatory insight; alternative water sources; and preparing for the future – this session offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading consultants and gain practical tools and ideas to future-proof your water strategy

The British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association (BAGMA) are pleased to be bringing their Connect event to SALTEX with a dedicated session hosted at The Clubhouse at 3pm on Wednesday 12th November. If you’re a BAGMA member, Industry Supporter or are thinking about joining BAGMA please come and say hello to us and a range of our Service Providers – the ideal place to unwind, enjoy a drink and network with likeminded professionals on a whole host of industry topics.

Relax, network and power up your connections as James brings Café Mambo-inspired vibes to the Clubhouse Bar.