As #Groundsweek draws to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you  to everyone who has joined in this week’s celebrations! It has been fantastic to receive so many entries to our competitions and to see the passion, dedication, and skill that groundskeepers bring to their work every single season. The effort that goes into preparing and maintaining pitches, greens, and sports surfaces often goes unseen, but it’s absolutely vital for the smooth running of games and eve

It’s Day 6 of #Groundsweek, and today we want to send a big thank you to Deane from Wood Lane Cricket Club  for sharing this fantastic photo of their Auto-Roller in action! We love seeing how our Auto-Rollers are helping clubs across the country take pride in their grounds. From perfectly even pitches to immaculate outfields, the dedication of grounds teams never goes unnoticed - and having a reliable roller makes all the difference. Deane’s photo shows the Auto-Roller taking

We’d like to give a big shout-out to Ed , the dedicated groundskeeper at Westbury-On-Severn Cricket Club , for sending in this fantastic photo of their Auto-Roller  in action! 🌿🏏 It’s always a pleasure to see how clubs across the UK are using Auto-Rollers to keep their pitches in top condition. Ted’s #groundsweek submission perfectly showcases the hard work and care that goes into maintaining a great playing surface. Thanks again for your entry, Ed - we love seeing your Aut

Today on #Groundsweek, we want to give a massive shout-out to Wood Lane Cricket Club  for their fantastic entry! This is exactly what the Grounds Management Association #Groundsweek  is all about – celebrating the people who make our clubs shine. "A special congratulations goes to Mr. Bates , who this year marks an incredible 40 years of service  on the Club Committee in various roles. His dedication and leadership have been an inspiration to all. We also want to celebrate th

As part of #Groundsweek, Day 3 is dedicated to recognising the incredible perseverance and community spirit of Swansea Bay Sports Association and the wider cricket community in Swansea. "Over the last 18 months, Swansea’s cricket community has faced major uncertainty and upheaval. Swansea Cricket Club and Swansea Civil Service Cricket Club two organisations with more than 300 years of history between them have had to navigate the challenge of leaving long-standing home ground

Today, we’re excited to share that our #GroundsWeek celebrations have reached across the globe, with a fantastic entry all the way from Australia! 🏏 It’s brilliant to see the incredible work of grounds professionals being recognised worldwide, and today we’re shining a spotlight on a truly dedicated individual. “We would love to thank Dom for all his hard efforts in helping get Curtin Victoria Park Cricket Club on the ground each week. Between the school and club, he works t

Today marks the start of #Groundsweek , an annual celebration led by the Grounds Management Association to recognise the incredible work carried out by grounds staff across the UK. At Auto-Roller, we’re proud to support this fantastic initiative. Groundskeepers are the unsung heroes of sport — the early risers, the problem solvers, and the people who ensure every pitch is safe, playable, and looking its very best. Whether it’s cricket, football, rugby, or community spaces, t

At Auto-Roller , we know that great sport starts with great grounds management. Every well-prepared cricket square, sports pitch, and playing surface relies on the dedication and expertise of hardworking groundskeepers. That’s why we’re proud to support Grounds Management Association’s  # Groundsweek , taking place 23rd–29th March 2026 . #Groundsweek is an annual campaign that celebrates the vital role of grounds staff and volunteers who maintain sports surfaces across the UK

March has arrived, and for cricket clubs across the UK, that can only mean one thing: it’s pre-season rolling time  on your cricket pitch ! 🌱 After the winter off-season, it’s the perfect moment to get your Auto-Roller  out of the shed, give it a check-over, and make sure it’s ready to deliver a smooth, consistent playing surface for the season ahead. Give Your Auto-Roller a Cricket Pitch Makeover Before you start rolling, take a moment to inspect your Auto-Roller . Check th

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