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Is biodiversity a price to pay for healthy and active communities?

In discussion with Hamish Gledhill, Senior Planning and Development Consultant Across the country, many local and community sports clubs are facing increasingly complex, costly and onerous planning systems, leaving some considering selling their sites for development rather than facing the challenge of securing permission to improve their facilities. Any development has to balance several competing […]

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#ThankAGreenkeeperDay – 9 September 2025: Why Does It Matter?

In discussion with Glenn Kirby, Research Director Behind every round of golf is a profession that underpins the future of the sport. On this day, golf clubs and sports organisations worldwide will recognise that profession with ‘Thank a Greenkeeper Day’. The day is more than a hashtag; it’s a chance to recognise one of the […]

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Train with the Experts – BASIS Courses at STRI HQ

School is back in session and BASIS training dates for the remainder of the year have been released so make sure mark your calendars. It’s vital you have the right qualifications and feel confident in decision making for your role. We hold three BASIS courses at STRI HQ each autumn, ranging from introductory to intermediate […]

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STRI Appoints Glenn Kirby as Research Director to Drive Innovative Research Solutions

STRI is pleased to announce the appointment of Glenn Kirby as its new Research Director. With more than 30 years’ experience in turf management, technical services, and digital innovation, Glenn will spearhead STRI’s next chapter in industry-leading research strategies. Glenn joins STRI from Syngenta, where he most recently served as Technical Services Manager for Turf […]

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£2.3 Million Investment Secured to Launch Innovative Vale Park Community Campus

Port Vale Football Club, Port Vale Foundation, and Stoke-on-Trent City Council have secured £2.3 million in Government funding to transform Sproson Park and surrounding areas into a dynamic, multi-purpose Vale Park Community Campus. The project marks a significant milestone in the club’s long-term community facilities strategy and commitment to local regeneration, health, education and community […]