Following a strong debut in 2023, this year’s show exceeded expectations with 8,014 visitors across two days – 4,738 on day one and 3,276 on day two.
One of the standout features of this year's GroundsFest was the introduction of Machinery Nation LIVE, which captivated large crowds with machinery face-offs. Visitors watched top brands go head-to-head in a series of entertaining and rigorous trials, comparing performance across categories such as petrol vs. battery, agility, power, and more. Machinery Nation LIVE also provided interactive equipment challenges where attendees could compete for prizes.
Attendees had the chance to win a wide range of prizes, including a Toro ProStripe 560, a CyberTank portable power station and up to £20,000 worth of Kress tools, an award-winning battery pruner SC 100e and a SWIFT 372e battery garden ride-on mower from STIGA, an EGO Pro X battery-powered pedestrian mower, a Union Jack Turf Tank robot, and much more.
Over 60 new products were launched at the show, while the mix of indoor and outdoor areas provided the perfect opportunity to demonstrate them.
The Landscape Zone, an entire hall dedicated to professionals in the design, planning, and construction of outdoor spaces in the landscaping sector proved to be popular.
Grounds Training practical sessions were another highlight, attracting large crowds eager to learn from experienced instructors on the use and maintenance of pedestrian mowers, ride-on mowers, handheld machinery, and sprayers.
The Avant National Pro Challenge was also a hit, with participants showcasing their skills in a competition that involved slaloms, material handling, and tool changes in an Avant Loader.
Event director Christopher Bassett said: “It’s incredible to see how much support GroundsFest has received from every corner of the industry. The growth from last year has been phenomenal, and we’re so grateful to all the exhibitors, visitors, and partners who made this year’s show such a success.
“As we look to the future, we want to continue growing and evolving the show—and the only way to do that is by listening to the industry. That’s why we encourage everyone to take the time to fill out the surveys we’ve sent out. Your feedback is invaluable.”
GroundsFest 2025 is already on the horizon, set to take place on 9 and 10 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire.
For more information, please visit www.groundsfest.com
