Whittington Heath GC, Lichfield
HS2 Course Re-development Project
Phase one commenced early January 2019 with the reconfiguration of existing holes involving tee, fairway and green alterations along with the complete reconstruction of all bunkering on the 13 holes that are to remain after the HS2 line. A new & updated irrigation system also formed part of our contract during the same period, designed by Irritech and installed by Irrigation Control.
From mid-March ’19 works have concentrated on the construction of five new holes being created within 70 acres of adjacent arable land. One of the key parts of the project is the formation of substantial swathes of new heathland separating the new holes, which are being predominantly formed out of the sandy subsoil areas of excavation. The new landscape created by Jonathan’s vision and design is formidable.
The bulk of the sandy subsoil mitigation areas separating the five new holes have been hydroseeded. Using our own Finn T90, 900 Gallon low ground pressure hydroseeder, we have covered over 17 Hectares of mitigation hydroseeding.
A new driving range, chipping/bunker green and putting green have also formed part of our works on the extension land, these being positioned adjacent to the new 1st tee complex for ease of access. Over 4km of pathways have been constructed on both the new and existing holes during the winter of 2019 & 2020 to suit the revised layout.
Our contract extended to the initial maintenance of all turfed, seeded & cored areas, prior to handing over to the greenkeeping team to carry out the remaining growing in.
Prestwich GC, Manchester
This major course reconfiguration project involving 9 holes born by the sale of a small parcel of land for housing development. We constructed 5 new greens, 8 tee complexes, 2 fairways and various bunkers were repositioned. Designed by Paul Thomas, the revised course has been positively received by the members. The changes have enhanced the playability and interest of the course which has attracted an influx of membership enquiries.
Handsworth GC, Birmingham
Works to this highly regarded course were linked to a major Environment Agency Flood Defence Scheme and involved the complete re-building of three holes, two of which were positioned on adjacent land.
Being in the flood plain, the drainage scheme for the development was intensive and involved extensive new mains, laterals and secondary gravel banding to the fairways. A new water feature on the re-positioned 11th approach involved a carefully engineered stream diversion to form a gabion retained & lined pond crossing the approach.
The entire scheme was Hydroseeded using our own personnel and equipment with fantastic results. We also went on to maintain the three new holes to handover, when they were ready for play.
Nefyn GC, Wales
Major reinstatement works have been completed at Nefyn Golf Club, North Wales, following extensive storm damage last winter, with four greens and four sets of tees being irrevocably damaged and needing to be rebuilt to USGA criteria. A series of eight holes known as ‘The Point’ are among some of the most dramatic golf holes in the UK.
The work carried out in conjunction with architects Howard and William Swan has greatly enhanced the course at Nefyn and it is hoped this will encourage more visitors once the greens have been grown in by course manager Pat McAllister. The rootzone UK spec was supplied by Whitemoss ECO Supplies and the greens turfed with a washed greens’ turf supplied by County Turf. The works were carried out in May and June 2014.
Hankley Common Golf Club
Major reinstatement works have been completed at Nefyn Golf Club, North Wales, following extensive storm damage last winter, with four greens and four sets of tees being irrevocably damaged and needing to be rebuilt to USGA criteria. A series of eight holes known as ‘The Point’ are among some of the most dramatic golf holes in the UK.
The work carried out in conjunction with architects Howard and William Swan has greatly enhanced the course at Nefyn and it is hoped this will encourage more visitors once the greens have been grown in by course manager Pat McAllister. The rootzone UK spec was supplied by Whitemoss ECO Supplies and the greens turfed with a washed greens’ turf supplied by County Turf. The works were carried out in May and June 2014.
Fairhaven Golf Club
Construction of the revised 5th hole at Fairhaven Golf Club designed by Jonathan Gaunt of Gaunt Golf Designs. A new green surround was constructed including four revetted bunkers and substantial surrounds moundwork/dunes were formed using material excavated from an adjacent area of rough. Works also encompassed a new elevated Tee.
Le Touquet GC
The 11th, 12th and 13th holes have been totally changed with new greens constructed, new tees integrated within the dunes along with re-bunkering and reshaping to fairways. The majority of features are being re-turfed to ensure they are open for play the following Spring. The works are being supervised by Patrice Boissannas and Frank Pont, golf course architects.
Fureso Golfklub, Denmark
27 hole rebuild of greens, surrounds, bunkering and tees at Fureso Golf Club, Birkerod, near Copenhagen, Denmark. Work completed during the summers of 2013 & 2014. The substantial alterations designed by Tom MacKenzie of Mackenzie and Ebert have made a dramatic improvement, whilst being carried out in a cost effective manner.
Royal St Georges Golf Club, Sandwich
Construction of a new practice green facility and tee construction at this fabulous Open Championship course designed by David Williams of David Williams Golf Design.
East Berkshire GC, Crowthorne
In conjunction with a major course renovation scheme, enhancements included the recontouring of green approaches and surrounds, rebuilding of greens 8, 9 & 10 along with a host of intricate greenside retaining features to a number of streams and ditches that weave their way through the course.
Architect: Swan Golf Designs.
Bury, Stand & Ellesmere Golf Clubs
We have recently been involved in one of Europe’s largest utility projects. The 1.20M diameter West-East link water main was installed through a number of Golf Courses around Northern Manchester by United Utilities and Murphy Pipelines. The enabling and reinstatement contract carried out by John Greasley Ltd, valued in excess of £1.7m was overseen by Jonathan Tucker of the STRI and programmed in tandem with the main pipeline installation. Numerous Tees, Greens and Fairways were reinstated within the easement that stretched several miles across the three courses.
Extensive piped land drainage and gravel banding being installed throughout. In excess of 85,000m2 of turf was imported and laid to re-establish the areas more quickly. Our role was also extended to the growing in and maintenance on all three sites until they were ready for play.
Windermere Golf Club, Cumbria
Reconstruction of all 18 greens to USGA criteria. Our greatest challenge was working around the existing outcrops and underlying bedrock that dominates areas of the course. Works carried out in two phases, in conjunction with a new irrigation installation.
Royal Waterloo GC, Brussels
Reconstruction of 9 greens on the La Marache course, and all 18 holes on the Bois Heros course, including reconstruction of fairway bunkers. New practice facilities also constructed as part of this extensive rebuild.
Architect: Hawtree Ltd.
Northenden GC, Manchester
Reconstruction of all eighteen greens in conjunction with a comprehensive and very effective pumped drainage network. The reconstruction was undertaken in one phase, commencing in the Autumn and completed during the same winter period.
Architect: Simon Gidman
Royal Ostend GC, Belgium
Reconstruction of 14 complete greens and surrounds/bunkering along with refurbishment of fairway bunkering, moundwork alterations and medal tees.
Architect: Hawtree Ltd
Leicestershire GC, Leics
Complete 18 hole green reconstruction to USGA specification.
Luffenham Heath GC, Stamford
Repositioning of three greens/surrounds, along with comprehensive bunker reconstruction to all 18 holes.
Architect: Hawtree Ltd
Poulton Park GC
Construction of new artificial chipping green and natural bunker practice green.
Architect: Ken Moodie, Creative Golf.
Little Aston GC, Sutton Coldfield
Relocation of the 17th green, forming an island green within a lake.
Architect: Mackenzie & Ebert Ltd
Royal Birkdale, Southport
The complete rebuilding of all 18 greens at this prestigous ‘Open’ venue. Architect: Hawtree Ltd
Harewood Downs GC, Bucks
Reconstruction of 14 greens and surrounds, including bunkering to new designs. Architect: Simon Gidman,
Agronomist: George Shiels.
Moortown GC, Leeds
Reconstruction of new 17th Hole Par 3 along with reconstruction of the 1st adn 5th greens to USGA criteria, constructed on raft foundations overlying liquid peat. Architect: Ken Moodie, Creative Golf.
Cuddington GC, Surrey
Complete 18 hole green reconstruction. Agronomist: George Shiels
Bromborough GC, The Wirral
Reconstruction of all 18 greens and extensive fairway drainage
Otley GC, Yorkshire
Green ‘Core Out’ reconstruction to the 1st, 3rd and 9th at this highly regarded Parkland Course. Agronomist: David Stansfield
Chesfield GC, Kent
Reconstruction of 5 greens
West Surrey GC, Surrey
Reconstruction of all 18 greens in one phase. Agronomist: George Shiels.
Boat of Garten GC, Inverness-shire
Reconstruction of 4 new holes including new greens & tees. Architect: Robin Heiseman
Abergele GC, Wales
18 Green reconstruction to USGA standards. Architect: David Williams, Agronomist: George ShielsRelocation of five complete holes on this rather special inland ‘links’ style course. All bunkers are with extensive revetting.
Chilwell Manor GC, Nottingham
18 Green reconstruction to USGA criteria. Architect: Jonathan Tucker, STRI.
Dibden GC, New Forest
Reconstruction of four greens to USGA criteria & fairway drainage works.
Rickmansworth GC, Hertfordshire
Refurbishment of this 18 hole course and 9 hole par 3 course.
Ullesthorpe GC, Leicestershire
Reconfiguration of the 1st, 2nd and 15th holes to designs by Steve Ritson involving three new USGA style greens, tees and water features.
Hartley Wintney GC, Baisingstoke
Reconstruction of greens 1, 8, 9, 10 & putting green to USGA style in one single phase.
Heswall GC, Wirral
Construction of new putting green and chipping facility to designs by Jonathan Tucker, STRI.