Landscape & Urban Design Issue 62 2023 | Page 66

LANDSCAPING SERVICES

GROUNDSFEST

VISITOR REGISTRATION OPENS

Visitor registration for GroundsFest 2023 is now officially open at groundsfest . com
Taking place at Stoneleigh Park , Warwickshire on 20 and 21 September , GroundsFest is set to be the annual FREE must-attend event for grounds staff , greenkeepers , landscapers , local authorities , estate managers and contractors .
The two-day event will feature hundreds of brands including some of the biggest names in groundscare . From apprentice to management , GroundsFest will offer visitors a unique opportunity to experience the very latest industry trends and innovations , see a wide range of products in action , enhance their education , and participate in handson , Lantra approved training sessions .
Attendees can expect features such as : Outdoor demonstrations – visitors will get to see machinery in action on large outdoor areas . Indoor zones – a variety of exhibitor stands , catering outlets and seminar theatres . Retail Area - a wide range of products , tools , clothing , and accessories at a discounted rate . The largest ever seen at a groundscare event . Practical training sessions – Lantra approved hands-on training on a wide range of equipment from qualified instructors . Education programme – educational seminars delivered by top speakers and industry experts . The Landscaping Zone – an entire hall dedicated to those involved in the planning , design , and construction of outdoor environments in the landscaping sector . The Play Zone – an outdoor area for all those involved in the selection , purchase , upkeep , and replacement of children ’ s play provision . Festival – after an action-packed day , unwind and continue networking with live music and delicious street food .
In addition to the limitless opportunities and event features ,
Stoneleigh Park has FREE on-site parking and FREE shuttle buses will be available after the festival to take attendees back to their accommodation in Kenilworth , Leamington Spa and Coventry .
There will also be a dedicated area for camping , which should be prebooked in advance prior to arrival . More information on staying in the camping area is available on the GroundsFest website .
Registration is accessible through the GroundsFest website and visitors can simply bring their email confirmation ( on a phone or a printed copy to the registration desk ) which will be located at the show entrance .
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 .
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