Club irons out new deal

Whitefield Golf Club, Manchester, receive a new batch of green keeping machinery from Haydock-based GGM Group

The prestigious 18-hole mature golf course, which boasts superb putting surfaces, undulating, partly tree-lined fairways and spectacular views is also renowned for its par 3 and has a reputation as being deceptively difficult, with golfers coming from miles around to take on the challenge.

The club’s ageing fleet had started to become an issue, failing to deliver the standard required and with a prestigious tournament booked for this summer, the team realised that a sizeable investment in an entirely new fleet was required.

Course manager Danny Chamberlain called upon award-winning fine-turf specialist supplier GGM Groundscare.

Several considerations had to be taken into account when selecting the best machinery for the job, with reliability and productivity of equipment being key.

In addition, being based in the North West, it was key for the machinery to perform well in all-weather conditions.

The club trialled a range of products from leading manufacturers Baroness and Kubota and said the greens team instantly saw the great results, with the machines staying on cut for longer and giving a precise finish, which is so important for maintaining the image of the

course.

Mr Chamberlain said: “It was a huge step for the club to move away from the previous manufacturer, and particularly when it came to making an investment of this size however, GGM Groundscare made the process so easy.

“Working with the right dealership is essential – after all, they become an extension of your own team.

“Service levels, parts back up and sales advice are all absolutely crucial.

“It’s fantastic to know that we’re heading into the future with the very best fleet for our club.”

Chris Gibson, MD of GGM Groundscare said: “We are absolutely delighted to supply this fleet of machinery to Whitefield Golf Club.

“It is well known as one of the most prestigious courses in the North West with a reputation for pristine greens, and we are thrilled to play a part in the maintenance of them.

It really is Japanese excellence working together with Kubota and Baroness as there are no better machines for golf clubs to use to maintain one of their biggest assets – their course”.