Elgin Golf Club’s, head greenkeeper, Calum Forsyth, is a proud second-generation greenkeeper. Appointed to his role at the Moray club a year ago, he brings a wealth of experience from spells at Penrith GC, Nairn GC and nearby Carrbridge GC,…
Tag: Aeration
Aeration catch up easier with Wiedenmann Terra Spikes
For many, this winter’s aeration programme has been significantly interrupted. Contractor Dave Gibson, director at Fairways Sportsground, said: “Our work is principally in Scotland and north England… lots of new builds, but refurbishments and maintenance are still a big part…
Wiedenmann double all in a day’s work at historic Adare Manor Old Course
This summer, Brian Dunne, celebrates 20 years as Course Superintendent at Adare Manor Old Course GC in the southwest of Ireland. He has built a long-established relationship with local Wiedenmann dealer Seamus Weldon, at nearby Killarney. “We go back years;…
Fortrose & Rosemarkie GC selects Wiedenmann GXi8 HD to mix and match aeration with existing Wiedenmann SL6
Only a handful of top golf courses can boast a lighthouse at the end of their road. Fewer still have pods of dolphins swimming regularly on a rising tide, literally, minutes away. The award-winning Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Links, on…
Hamilton GC doubles up on Terra Spikes
Hamilton Golf Club has invested in a second Wiedenmann Terra Spike deep aerator to target extra depth to 40 cm on its fairways. The Lanarkshire course was among the first clubs in Britain to purchase the original Wiedenmann Terra Spike…
North Berwick GC delighted with speed and flexibility of Wiedenmann Terra Spike GXi 8HD
Both the work quality and speedy delivery of a new Wiedenmann Terra Spike GXi8 HD have been hugely helpful to the greenkeeping team at North Berwick Golf Club. The ‘West Links’ championship course and the ‘Wee Course’ with their stunning…
Wiedenmann Terra Spike GXi8 HD helps Woolley Park GC advance aeration
Playing ‘catch up’ is a necessary evil for many turf professionals. Whether juggling weather windows, staff availability or extended playing schedules, quite often something falls behind. Happily for the team at Woolley Park Golf Club, Wakefield, the delivery of a…
Wiedenmann Terra Spike GXi8 HD gives boost to Myreside & George Watson’s College grounds
Myreside Stadium in Edinburgh is home to George Watson’s College and Watsonian rugby club. Regular fixtures held there include Tennent’s National League Division 1, FOSROC Super Six Championship and Tennent’s Women’s Premier League matches. Beside the main pitch, Head of…
Greentech Sportsturf improves efficiency with XD8 & PC 4
Greentech Sportsturf, based in Stirling, combines a construction company with a separate sales operation for specialist turf products, including quality seed and sand. In May, their construction team pre-empted a busy summer of renovations with a timely purchase of a…
Super quick Wiedenmann Terra Spike frees up time and fuel for 28-hole Muckhart GC
Muckhart Golf Club, just outside Dollar, has welcomed a new Wiedenmann Terra Spike GXi8 HD to its 28-hole site from Scottish Wiedenmann UK dealer, Fairways GM. Head greenkeeper, Paul Wilkie, looks after three nine-hole parkland courses and an extra 10th,…