Kingsbridge Community College

Hockey Pitch Resurfacing

Overview

Blakedown Sport & Play were appointed to deliver a full hockey pitch resurfacing at Kingsbridge Community College in Devon. The college required an upgraded, high-performance facility suitable for both hockey and football, capable of meeting FIH accreditation standards while supporting community use.

Scope of Works

The project involved the complete refurbishment of the existing synthetic pitch, including:

  • Removal of the existing shockpad and surface
  • Cleaning and preparation of the engineered base
  • Installation of a new 15mm in-situ shockpad
  • Laying of the XtremeTurf SDH-R synthetic turf system by Act Sports
  • Application of permanent line markings for both hockey and football
  • Throughout the project, Blakedown’s team maintained close communication with the school to ensure minimal disruption and timely delivery.
Kingsbridge Community College, Devon - astroturf hockey pitch built by Blakedown
Kingsbridge Community College hockey pitch built by Blakedown

The Result

The completed pitch provides a durable, high-quality playing surface that delivers excellent performance characteristics for both sports. The new system enhances player comfort and safety, while offering long-term value through its resilience and low maintenance requirements.

Kingsbridge Community College were delighted with the outcome, commenting:

“Blakedown Sport & Play delivered a fantastic FIH-accredited hockey pitch at Kingsbridge Community College. The team were professional, collaborative, and the result is a first-class facility that has been extremely well received by staff, students, and the wider community.”

Outcome

This project is a further example of Blakedown’s commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable sports facilities for schools and communities across the UK. The new surface at Kingsbridge Community College provides an outstanding environment for both training and competition, ensuring students and local users can enjoy top-tier sports provision for years to come.

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