Turf Talks: A Rolawn Day Course - Practical Insights into Laying, Sourcing and Aftercare

COURSE OVERVIEW

Join Rolawn, the UK’s leading turf provider, for an engaging and interactive 1-day course. This succinct yet comprehensive session offers a hands-on, practical, and informative introduction to the nuances of sourcing, purchasing, and laying turf.

Throughout the day, participants will experience a balanced blend of outdoor practical sessions and classroom-based theory. Outdoor activities will cover turf removal, ground preparation, laying techniques, cutting, and finishing. Meanwhile, classroom discussions will explore the advantages of natural turf, turf varieties, choosing the right turf, advising clients effectively, managing customer relationships, and best practices for immediate and ongoing aftercare.

  LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the conclusion of the course, attendees will have:

• Removed an existing turfed area, prepared the ground, and successfully laid new turf.

• Gained insights into best practices for laying a lawn, learning the essential 'dos and don'ts.'

• Recognised the significance of topsoil in ensuring successful turf installations.

• Engaged in discussions and received guidance on assessing and overcoming challenges in lawn projects.

• Had opportunity to discuss and obtain advice on how to assess and overcome the challenges of lawn projects.

• Acquired knowledge about the benefits of natural turf compared to alternatives.

• Understood the complexities of handling a highly perishable product.

• Mastered the art of effectively managing customer expectations.

• Developed skills to offer valuable aftercare advice to clients for newly laid lawns.

LEARNING FORMAT

This course promises an interactive and practical approach, ensuring participants leave with the expertise and confidence needed to tackle turf projects efficiently and offer superior guidance to clients.

Classroom plus practical workshop sessions., ongoing engagement after the 1 day course.

GOOD TO KNOW

Free membership access (worth £50) to The Landscape Library for 6 months, for all course participants once they have attended a TASK Industry course (includes access to training resources, articles, features, templates, publications, advice notes, cross section drawings and mentorship) . Email alangsargent@gmail.com once you have attended the course to access your membership.

• Lunch is not included, we recommend you bring your own packed lunch for each day

• You will receive an automated email from our order system to confirm your booking.

• One week before the date of the course, you will receive a course confirmation email with further information and course joining instructions which includes what to bring with you.

• There is currently no accommodation available at Lower End Farm for TASK students. There are plenty of local accommodation possibilities, please contact us for a range of options.

• Participants are required to have a minimum level 2 in English and Maths.

• Min age: 16

LOCATION

Lower End Farm, Lower End, Birlingham, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 3AD

TERMS & CONDITIONS

All bookings for a course or event at TASK are subject to our standard Terms and Conditions.