Educational Establishments
Simple equation; better pitches = better sport
What’s in the shed? Toro Reelmaster 5410 (2.5m) x 2 Hayter LT324 John Deere 47200 tractor Kubota L4200 tractor Allett Tournament 24" x 2 Allett Buffalo 34" John Deere Gator TS 4x2 x 3 Sisis Quadraplay Greentek Aeroquick Redexim DS800 Topdresser Johnston road sweeper Iseki SXG 19 mowers x 2 Speedy rain irrigators x 2
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‘outsiders’ during school holidays and long weekend breaks. It’s a serious income source. Saracens, Crystal Palace and Charlton Athletic have each used them for junior training sessions and, in the summer holiday period, foreign students studying English as a foreign language use them for sport and leisure. Dave Feaver is a big fan of such usage. “It
puts the school in the spotlight and offers a great opportunity to show off the quality of our outdoor facilities,” he said. “I love people coming here and enjoying
our grounds. It is, after all, a stunning location. I want people to enjoy it as much as I do.” Dave and the groundcare team get
plenty of support from the school’s PE department and, of course, from Simon, who speaks as positively about routine work as he
does the major refurbishment. “As far as maintenance is concerned, as
the team expands, we’re buying in better equipment and taking more and more jobs in-house,” he said. “Later this year, we’re getting in our own Verti-drain, which will give us more direct control of aeration.” “What we’re trying to do is move into a
cycle of repeatable work. Mini renovation in spring, another in summer and another in the autumn half-term break. We’ve moved far away from the make do and mend of the past.” “You don’t need a lot of people or a lot of kit. You need the right people and the right kit and, above all, a plan. We have a great team now. We know exactly where we’re going and how we’re going to get there!
You don’t need a lot of people or a lot of kit. You need the right people and the right kit and, above all, a plan. We have a great team now. We know exactly where we’re going and how we’re going to get there!
Perfect presentation - a view across Dukes Meadow
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