Sports Fields Construction – a Beginner’s Guide

What are the primary considerations you need to undertake when looking at sports field construction? If you are considering either having your own pitch renovated, or having a new one built from scratch, there are certain things that you really need to take under advisement. Most of your advice will usefully come from the company that you engage to develop and build your sports field for you. Knowing what is out there and available to you will at least help inform your thinking in the early stages.

So – what is the first thing you need to think about, when having a new sports field constructed, or renovating an old one? What it is going to be made of.  Modern sports field construction is able to use what is known as third generation artificial turf, which is available in differing degrees of thickness (pile) and are capable of performing with a pretty much indistinguishable feel from that of a “real” pitch. The artificial turf available to you, when you are looking to have your sports field renovated or built, will depend on your budget and the standard of sports play you expect from the finished article. In every case, though, you will receive a pitch that is worthy of your establishment, that is not noticeably “fake” in any way, and that will perform to the requirements of its users.

Modern third generation artificial turf is completely endorsed and approved by most of the major sports governing bodies in the United Kingdom – making it ideal for sports field construction. From FIFA to UEFA to the IRB, third generation turf has been applauded for its consistency of playability and its robust nature. Artificial turf does not degenerate or suffer from wear and tear in the same way as natural turf: meaning that you spend far less on the maintenance of your ground than you used to, and you always have a guaranteed surface.

When you are looking at having your sports field constructed, you will also need to consider its drainage options – whether it is a natural turf pitch or an artificial turf pitch. Your new sports field construction, if you have used artificial grass or turf, is an all weather surface: but only if it is drained properly. Companies like Kestrel Contractors are able to design and install a whole pitch solution, complete with the right kind of drainage to keep your all weather pitch living up to its name.

Consider, too, what sports are going to be played on the pitch. These days having a multi use pitch is a very popular option: one that is capable of supporting play for various popular games in the same space. If you are looking to maximise your revenue, for example, by hosting both rugby and football teams at your sports field construction, the multi use pitch is ideal for you. Ask you contractor to explain the best kinds of turf to support multi use – and get ready to watch the rental receipts come rolling in.