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Groundsmen Collection

Groundsmen are the unsung heroes of the sporting world, tirelessly working behind the scenes to ensure that every match is played on a pristine field

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Discovery of a Dandelion on Centre Court

Discovery of a Dandelion on Centre Court
The crowd, groundsmen, officials and players on the Centre Court of Wimbledon are astonished to discover the presence of a cheeky dandelion on the court

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: A New Roller at Edgbaston

A New Roller at Edgbaston
A new type of water-absorbing roller, being put to use at Edgbaston cricket ground. Date: 1932

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Mr Pickwick awakened by Captain Boldwig, frontispiece from The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens

Mr Pickwick awakened by Captain Boldwig, frontispiece from The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens (colour litho)
KW392572 Mr Pickwick awakened by Captain Boldwig, frontispiece from The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936); Private Collection

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Groundsmen Brush Pitch & Paint Crease

Groundsmen Brush Pitch & Paint Crease England V West Indies 2nd Npower Test England V West Indies Riverside, Durham Co, England 16 May 2009 Date: 16 May 2009

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Manchester United ground keeping staff May 1966

Manchester United ground keeping staff May 1966

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Harry Potts Manager of Burnley F. C. peers into the gloom at Manchester City ground today

Harry Potts Manager of Burnley F. C. peers into the gloom at Manchester City ground today
Harry Potts Manager of Burnley F.C. peers into the gloom at Manchester City ground today when the match was cancelled because of fog. December 1969

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Harry Potts Manager of Burnley F. C. peers into the gloom at Manchester City ground today

Harry Potts Manager of Burnley F. C. peers into the gloom at Manchester City ground today
Harry Potts Manager of Burnley F.C. peers into the gloom at Manchester City ground today when the match was cancelled because of fog. December 1969 Z12468-001

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Burnley players at Citys fogged off ground today when the match was called off

Burnley players at Citys fogged off ground today when the match was called off. December 1969 Z12468

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Harry Potts makes his way back into the stands after inspecting Manchester City

Harry Potts makes his way back into the stands after inspecting Manchester Citys fogged off ground. December 1969 Z12468-005

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Cover onto the Manchester City pitch after the match had been declared off because of

Cover onto the Manchester City pitch after the match had been declared off because of the foggy conditions. December 1969 Z12468-004

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Southend ground staff prepare the pitch before the FA Cup tie match against Manchester

Southend ground staff prepare the pitch before the FA Cup tie match against Manchester City. January 1956

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Snow Scene. Ground staff at White Hart Lane clearing the pitch for the FA Cup semi final

Snow Scene. Ground staff at White Hart Lane clearing the pitch for the FA Cup semi final between Arsenal and Chelsea. March 1952 C1627

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: A team of four men thaw out Manchester City Football ground with braziers

A team of four men thaw out Manchester City Football ground with braziers. They started in the morning and worked well into the night

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Preparations for the FA Cup Final between Manchester City

Preparations for the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Portsmouth at Wembley start with workmen arranging the seats April 1934 C7789

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Book cover design, With the Airmen

Book cover design, With the Airmen

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City v West Ham

Stoke City v West Ham
Sunday 15th May 2016

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Battle of the Midland Giants: Stoke City vs. Leicester City (September 19, 2015)

Battle of the Midland Giants: Stoke City vs. Leicester City (September 19, 2015)
Saturday 19th September 2015

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Clash at the Britannia: Stoke City vs Crystal Palace - March 21, 2015

Clash at the Britannia: Stoke City vs Crystal Palace - March 21, 2015
Saturday 21st March 2015

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs Wrexham: FA Cup 3rd Round Clash, January 4, 2015

Stoke City vs Wrexham: FA Cup 3rd Round Clash, January 4, 2015
Sunday 4th January 2015

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Battle at the Bet365: Stoke City vs Wrexham (January 4, 2015)

Battle at the Bet365: Stoke City vs Wrexham (January 4, 2015)
Sunday 4th January 2015

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Training at Clayton Wood

Training at Clayton Wood
November 2014

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs Arsenal: Clash at the Britannia - March 1, 2014

Stoke City vs Arsenal: Clash at the Britannia - March 1, 2014
Saturday 1st March 2014

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City First Team: Intense Training Session at Clayton Wood, January 2014

Stoke City First Team: Intense Training Session at Clayton Wood, January 2014
January 2014

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Intense Training: Stoke City First Team at Clayton Wood, January 2014

Intense Training: Stoke City First Team at Clayton Wood, January 2014
January 2014

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Clash at the Britannia: Stoke City vs Liverpool - January 12, 2014

Clash at the Britannia: Stoke City vs Liverpool - January 12, 2014
Sunday 12th January 2014

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Clash of the Midland Giants: Stoke City vs. Leicester City (January 4, 2014)

Clash of the Midland Giants: Stoke City vs. Leicester City (January 4, 2014)
Saturday 4th January 2014

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs Southampton: A Battle at the Bet365 Stadium - November 2, 2013

Stoke City vs Southampton: A Battle at the Bet365 Stadium - November 2, 2013
Saturday 2nd November 2013

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs Southampton Clash at Bet365 Stadium: November 2, 2013

Stoke City vs Southampton Clash at Bet365 Stadium: November 2, 2013
Saturday 2nd November 2013

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Froebel Lake & Grove - Roehampton University

Froebel Lake & Grove - Roehampton University
Froebel Lake and Grove, Roehampton, West London - now part of Roehampton University. The Lake is named after Friedrich Froebel

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs Sunderland: The Intense Rivalry at Bet365 Stadium - February 4, 2012

Stoke City vs Sunderland: The Intense Rivalry at Bet365 Stadium - February 4, 2012
Saturday 4th February 2012

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs Sunderland: Clash at the Bet365 Stadium - February 4, 2012

Stoke City vs Sunderland: Clash at the Bet365 Stadium - February 4, 2012
Saturday 4th February 2012

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs FC Thun: Europa League Showdown (25.8.2011)

Stoke City vs FC Thun: Europa League Showdown (25.8.2011)
Thursday 25th August 2011

Background imageGroundsmen Collection: Stoke City vs Wigan: The Final Battle of the 2008-2009 Championship Season

Stoke City vs Wigan: The Final Battle of the 2008-2009 Championship Season
Saturday 16th May 2009


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Groundsmen are the unsung heroes of the sporting world, tirelessly working behind the scenes to ensure that every match is played on a pristine field. Their dedication and attention to detail often go unnoticed, but their impact on the game cannot be overstated. On Centre Court, amidst all the excitement of Wimbledon, a groundsmen's discovery of a single dandelion becomes an unexpected moment of tranquility. In this sea of green grass, this delicate flower stands out as a reminder of nature's beauty. At Edgbaston, a new roller arrives, ready to be put to work by skilled hands. The groundsmen meticulously prepare the pitch for upcoming matches, ensuring that it is perfectly level and ready for play. Their expertise guarantees fair competition and thrilling moments for cricket enthusiasts. In Charles Dickens' timeless novel "The Pickwick Papers, " Captain Boldwig awakens Mr Pickwick with his boisterous presence. Similarly, groundsmen awaken dormant fields with their care and maintenance routines. They breathe life into these arenas so that athletes can showcase their skills in front of eager spectators. With brushes in hand and paint cans at their feet, groundsmen diligently brush pitches and paint creases before each game begins. These small acts may seem insignificant but are crucial in creating boundaries that define fair play. In May 1966 at Manchester United's home stadium Old Trafford, dedicated ground keeping staff work tirelessly to maintain its iconic turf. Their efforts ensure that players have optimal conditions to perform at their best while fans cheer from the stands. Harry Potts, manager of Burnley F. C. , peers into the gloom at Manchester City's ground today. His watchful eyes reflect not only his concern for player safety but also his appreciation for groundskeepers who battle adverse weather conditions day after day. Unfortunately, sometimes even meticulous preparation cannot prevent unforeseen circumstances from disrupting games like when Burnley players arrived at City's fogged-off ground.