Thornton Sports

Artificial Grass for the Garden!

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As a joint venture between Nordon and Protech AllWeather, we have formed Leave Us A Lawn, a new brand of artificial grass specifically aimed at the residential market. We can provide several different artificial grass turfs that can compliment your garden and save you time and energy without sacrificing beautiful landscaping and environmental effects.

All the artificial grass we supply can be installed by our specially trained staff at a very reasonable cost. Have a look for yourself at www.leaveusalawn.co.uk

Thornton Sports Listed in Top 100

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In a recent report by the Lancashire Business Review, Thornton Sports has been listed 38th in a list of the Hot 100 companies in Lancashire.

The list, compiled by Haworths Chartered Accountants, ranked companies by pre-tax profit. These figures were compiled using the latest data publicly available with additional research based on accounts filed at Companies House.

The short-listed companies were reviewed by a panel comprising Haworths Chartered Accountants and Lancashire Business View.

For further information contact info@thorntonsports.co.uk

Thornton Sports in the News

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Several projects that Thornton Sports have been involved in have recently made the news: Please see links for articles relating to these projects.

STONYHURST COLLEGE - http://www.stonyhurst.ac.uk/printer_1104.shtml

CLITHEROE TENNIS CLUB - http://www.sitatrust.org.uk/news/News2019

LLANELLI SCARLETTS - http://www.scarlets.co.uk/stadium/

Thornton Sports Win a number of prestigious projects

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Thornton Sports Ltd have recently been awarded a number of prestigious projects. We pride ourselves in the fact that we provide fully integrated and cost effective sports surface solutions from design, manufacture and construction to maintenance. Our staff are committed to achieving the highest standards of quality workmanship and service to ensure that all installations meet our clients requirements.

We offer an extensive range of products including synthetic grass pitches, tennis courts, athletics tracks and multi use areas. Our synthetic grass pitches have been manufactured in house since 1981 by Nordon Ltd, a member company. With over 30 years experience and the combined expertise of 4 companies we are able to offer our customers a ‘total solution’.

David Saxby, Managing Director “Although given current difficult trading conditions, I am pleased that Thornton Sports continue to maintain a significant presence in the market place”

Recent contracts awarded include:

·         LLanelli Scarletts Stadium – Athletics Track and natural grass pitch plus sports equipment

·         Warwick School, Redhill, Surrey – long pile pitch plus sports equipment

·         Corinthians Sports Club, Kent – 3^rd Generation Pitch

·         3 x North Ayrshire Local Authority Schools – 3 x 3^rd generation pitches and sports equipment

·         Salford Schools BSF – 2 synthetic pitches and 2 macadam MUGAs

·         Bishop Burton College of Agriculture – 3^rd Generation Pitch

·         Stockport Road, Denton – 3^rd Generation Pitch

·         St Johns C of E School, Worksop - 2 x sand-filled MUGA

·         Scarborough Council –MUGA

·         Welland Park College, Market Harborough – Sand Filled synthetic pith

·         Badminton Centre, Hull – Sports Hall floor refurbishment

·         Leeds United Football Club – Sports Hall flooring refurbishment

·         Morton Stadium, Dublin – 10/7m hammer/discus cage

·         Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe – Cricket Wicket refurbishment

·         Wallsall Sports Club – Cricket Wicket refurbishment

·         Nonsuch High School, Cheam – Sports Equipment

·         National Sports Centre, Isle of Man – Full sized pitch replacement using our Premier 20 surface

·         Reigate Grammar School – Pitch Replacement

For further information please email info@thorntonsports.co.uk

Thornton Sports to Exhibit at IOG Saltex on 2-4 September 2008

Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Thornton Sports will be exhibiting at IOG Saltex on 2nd to the 4th of September 2008. The event is taking place at Windsor Racecourse and is a prestigious event for grounds care, sports facilities, amenities, landscaping and estate management sectors. You can find us on stand LV 09 in the landscaping village and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have about any of our services.

At the event, we will be exhibiting:

Sports surfaces and maintenance operation

Leave Us A Lawn our brand new artificial grass product designed for gardens, pool surrounds, play and all domestic/commercial areas.

The TG3 Grooming Machine for long pile artificial surfaces, exclusive to Thornton Sports

Visit www.iogsaltex.co.uk for further event information

Worldwide Sales Agents Required

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

If you wish to become part of the Thornton Sports team, we have opportuntities for distributors and agents worldwide.

Please email info@thorntonsports.co.uk for further information.

Introducing the New TG3 Grooming Machine

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Due to the growing popularity of rubber filled synthetic surfaces for football and rugby, Protech Allweather have, with our manufacturer, developed the TG3 Groomer. This machine is designed for the overall maintenance of the rubber filled surfaces and is exclusive to us.

The TG3 is available in two sizes to facilitate full size pitches; small MUGAs and 5 a-side areas where access is limited.

The TG3 has a wide range of functions to cater for all aspects of maintenance of a rubber filled surface. The unit can be coupled to any tractor or suitable motorised unit by means of either 3 point linkage or by tow pin or tow ball. The unit is light and easy to use and can be stored with ease using a minimum amount of space.

OPERATIONS OF THE TG3

The TG3 has been designed for a number of operations and these are as follows;

The tines on the front of the machine will allow decompaction of the rubber which will result in greater drainage and a more level look and feel to the surface.

The levelling bars will replenish the pile evenly to maintain the correct surface level. The rear brush will lift the fibres and brush the granules giving the desired look and presentation to the pitch.

We at Protech Allweather use this machine in our day to day maintenance contracts and are the sole users of the TG3 unit. We would be happy to demonstrate the TG3 and discuss maintenance of rubber filled synthetic surfaces with you.

For further information please contact Protech AllWeather on 01162 886782 or GTC Sports on 01282 777678 or email: gtc@thorntonsports.co.uk