GOLF COURSES perfect cut . These mowers have been excellent so far , and the advancement in quality of cut is truly phenomenal .”
Given the course ’ s challenging clifftop terrain , safety is a key consideration for Royal Cromer , and one Mark takes seriously . “ All our new Toro mowers are equipped with three-wheel drive kits ,” he reveals . “ For our coastal course , with its ranging undulations , these are perfect ; the machines stick to the ground , so there are no sliding issues – which gives me peace of mind .”
In addition to the mowers , Royal Cromer has upgraded its existing Toro irrigation system . As part of the club ’ s mission to improve its biodiversity , Mark and the team
For the last 10 years , it has helped us reduce our water outputs significantly , monitoring and delivering our irrigation , right down to the millimetre .
are replacing artificial walkways with new natural alternatives , which will , of course , require irrigation .
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“ Although we ’ ve added more sprinkler heads , we ’ re using the most up-to-date Lynx software from Toro to monitor and optimise our water usage ,” explains Mark . “ For the last 10 years , it has helped us reduce our water outputs significantly , monitoring and delivering our irrigation , right down to the millimetre .”
Indeed , Royal Cromer ’ s commitment to sustainability is part of a broader vision for the club ’ s promising future . “ We ’ re setting up Royal Cromer for hundreds of years to come ,” says Mark . “ I see myself and my dedicated team as the custodians of this golf course , following in the footsteps of greats like Old Tom Morris , who played an important role in designing our course . And our goal is to take people on a journey , through a historic coastal golf course , while ensuring we operate as sustainably as possible .”
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