Get ready for the most anticipated event in the landscape, groundscare, and amenity industries. GroundsFest 2024, taking place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on September 10 and 11, is set to return, promising an even more impressive lineup of exhibitors, new features, and experiences. 

Last year, the first-ever GroundsFest took the industry by storm, heralding a new era for trade shows. Now in its second year, GroundsFest has rapidly become the largest event of its kind in the UK, boasting the most space, exhibitors, and products on display. It’s also the only event in the industry where visitors can see machinery in action and can truly get hands-on with the equipment. 

Why You Can’t Miss GroundsFest 2024 

Outdoor Demos: GroundsFest gives you the opportunity to test a wide range of machinery. Experience machinery in the actual conditions they will be used, ensuring you get a true feel for their performance and capabilities. 

NEW! Machinery Nation LIVE: Watch top brands compete in the ultimate machinery face-off and participate in exciting equipment challenges for a chance to win amazing prizes. 

Free Educational Seminars: Gain insights and solutions to the industry’s biggest issues. From management to apprentices, there’s something for everyone. With a great action-packed seminar programme, keep an eye out for seminars on topics such as the use of glyphosate, how to choose the correct grass seed, hybrid grass pitches, integrated weed management, water management, Official Controls Regulation (OCR), pollinators, and many more. 

The Landscape Zone: Discover the latest in outdoor environment technologies and innovations. This is a must-attend for landscape architects, garden designers, contractors, and more.  

Free Practical Training: Enhance your skills with hands-on training sessions on a variety of groundscare topics, delivered by Lantra-approved instructors. 

Live Music Festival and Happy Hour: Unwind with live music, street food, and fun activities. Enjoy performances from great DJs and bands, including the returning Queen tribute band, and explore the revamped festival area with exciting new features like bumper cars. There will also be a Happy Hour from 5pm – 6pm during the festival on the first day where you can enjoy a wide range of discounted drinks. 

New Product Launches: GroundsFest will feature over 500 brands and over 60 new product launches. Be the first to see these new innovations!  

Exciting Registration Prize from Toro 

Every person who registers will have a chance to win a Toro ProStripe 560 pedestrian mower. Designed to provide a precise cut and clean striped finish, the Toro ProStripe leaves your turf looking its best. Sports fields and fine turf applications are no match for this high-quality, versatile machine. 

A Beer with Turf Business LIVE 

Before the festival starts, prepare to be entertained as Turf Business chats live on stage to a variety of industry professionals. There will be some well-known individuals in the spotlight, and you can expect some highly amusing stories, behind-the-scenes gossip and insight, career highlights and discussion on some hot industry topics. Attendees will be given a free beer upon taking their seat! You won’t want to miss this.      

Accessibility and Community Focus 

GroundsFest has quickly become known as the show that welcomes everyone in the grounds management sector. Not only does it attract industry leaders and elite brands, but it also opens its doors to a much wider range of exhibitors and visitors, making it the most inclusive event in the industry. For visitors, GroundsFest goes the extra mile in terms of accessibility. With free parking, the event ensures that more people can attend without worrying about additional costs, making the event more accessible to everyone. 

The event also features a dedicated camping area with full facilities.  

Whether you’re an industry leader or a small business, a seasoned professional or new to the industry, GroundsFest is the event where you’ll feel at home. 

Don’t Miss Out 

Don’t miss out on the must-attend event of the year. Secure your spot now and join thousands of industry professionals for an unforgettable experience. Register for free on the GroundsFest website and bring your email confirmation to the registration desk on the day of the event.  

Profits from the event are reinvested back into the industry through the Education Fund, supporting the next generation of groundscare professionals. 

For more information, please visit www.groundsfest.com. You can also follow GroundsFest on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @GroundsFest for much more news, reviews, and insightful views.