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On March 27th, 2025, we ran the second-to-last masterclass of the academic year, this time with the team at Reading Football Club. This year’s sessions include some new practical elements, and the students got stuck into a full day of hands-on learning, split between the stadium and the training ground. The morning began at the …
Reading FC Hosts Spring Masterclass for Wiltshire College Students Read More »
Melksham Oak Community School recently invited IGFH to take part in a mock interview session, offering Year 10 and Year 12 students a valuable opportunity to practice for future job applications. Bradley Tennant represented IGFH alongside 25 other professionals, seated at individual tables to conduct interviews with students on rotation throughout the day. The interviews …
IGFH Supports Young Talent at Melksham Oaks Careers Day Read More »
On January 30th, we returned to The Caversham to host the third Masterclass of the academic year for the Level 2 Sports Turf Operative (Lantra) students at Wiltshire College & University Centre. After reviewing feedback from previous sessions, we refined our approach to make the day even more interactive. Our goal was for the students …
A Hands-On Learning Experience at Our Third Annual Student Masterclass at The Caversham Read More »
National Apprenticeship Week promotes hands-on learning and professional development in entry-level roles across a range of industries, including greenkeeping and grounds management. Apprenticeships provide a direct pathway for new talent to build essential skills while working alongside experienced professionals, continuing to strengthen our industry with well-trained and knowledgeable individuals. At International Greenkeepers, we see apprenticeships …
Maintaining a golf course as unique and picturesque as Shiskine Golf and Tennis Club demands equipment that delivers exceptional results with precision and reliability. SISIS Machines Transform Greens and Fairways at Shiskine Golf and Tennis Club. For Head Greenkeeper Stewart Fotheringham, the introduction of two SISIS machines—the Maxislit and the Multislit—has been nothing short of …
SISIS Machines Transform Greens and Fairways at Shiskine Golf and Tennis Club Read More »
January is often a cold, wet and snowy month in the UK, but it also brings with it the great opportunity to attend the BTME (BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition). BIGGA describes the event as “the leading turf management exhibition in Europe”, and it is an event that is not to be missed if you work …
GroundsFest is proud to announce an exciting new initiative: the GroundsFest Academy, which has been designed to provide free education for anyone working in groundscare and landscaping. By reinvesting profits from GroundsFest back into the industry, the Academy aims to boost education, nurture talent, and help bridge critical skills gaps. GroundsFest is proud to announce …
Introducing the GroundsFest Academy: Free Education for the Industry Read More »
In November 2024, Wiltshire College & University Centre hosted a hands-on masterclass for its Sports Turf students, supported by International Greenkeepers for Hire and Dennis Mowers. Held at Swindon Supermarine Football Club, the event gave Level 2 students the opportunity to refine their practical skills, essential for their end-point assessments. The day began with introductions …
Educating Tomorrow’s Turf Managers With Masterclass at Swindon Supermarine Read More »
Working in education is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor, with each week bringing its own unique demands. One constant that stands out is the resilience of trainers and lecturers, who go above and beyond to ensure that qualifications are delivered to the highest standards. This dedication was celebrated at the Sports Turf & Greenkeeping Educationalists’ …
Sports Turf & Greenkeeping Educationalists’ Summit Read More »
IGFH’s Bradley Tennant recently attended the first annual Turf Tech event, held at KRC Genk in Belgium. Here, he shares his experience of the event, including the best way to get there from the UK, what he thought about the talks and presentations, and whether he’d attend again. Earlier this month, I had the pleasure …
Making Connections At The First Annual Turf Tech KRC Genk Read More »