With prolonged dry weather now affecting many parts of England and hosepipe bans being introduced in many regions, greenkeepers face the challenging task of maintaining playable, safe and healthy surfaces with limited access to water.

The Grounds Management Association has issued the following advice to assist clubs across all sports: www.thegma.org.uk/news/managing-sports-pitches-during-drought/

We also recommend that clubs visit the website of their own water supplier for the latest information, as guidance on usage varies between different companies.

Information is usually found within each company’s FAQ section.