The Queen’s Club, a globally renowned tennis venue, has stood as a symbol of sporting excellence throughout its distinguished history. Today, it hosts the world-famous annual Cinch Championships (formerly the Fever-Tree Championships), the World Rackets Championships, and leading Real Tennis events, including the World Championship and the British Open. In May 2007, the Queen’s Club Members acquired a 120-year lease from the Lawn Tennis Association, further cementing its legacy.
When such a prestigious institution required a solution to protect the very feature that draws global attention – its immaculately maintained grounds – the demand for the highest-quality solution and a supplier matching their exceptional standards was paramount. This search naturally led them to Centriforce. Thanks to our market-leading products and exceptional service, our partnership has been a resounding success.
Sunbelt Rentals was engaged to provide an aluminium trackway for The Queen’s Club, to serve as temporary outdoor flooring. The primary challenge lay in safeguarding the sensitive grass courts from potential damage and indentations on the grass surface caused by the weight of vehicles using the trackway. Queen’s Club sought an intermediary layer to protect the courts further.
The Queen’s Club’s renowned grass courts, which have earned it a prestigious global reputation, were at risk of developing indentations and compression damage due to the heavy loads associated with vehicles.
To meet the demands of this challenge, the protective solution needed to:
The Queen’s Club Association identified Stokbord® Sheet as the ideal solution. Stokbord® provides a robust physical barrier above vulnerable surfaces, effectively safeguarding them from foot traffic and vehicle damage. Our recycled plastic sheets enabled The Queen’s Club to maintain its lawns in match-ready condition, even during periods of heavy use.
To minimise maintenance costs and maximise performance, Stokbord® Sheet proved to be the perfect choice. Its impact resistance and water-resistant properties make it a durable and effective solution for ground damage prevention. Additionally, Stokbord® is manufactured from 100% recycled plastic, aligning seamlessly with sustainability goals and supporting environmentally friendly initiatives.
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The success of our work with The Queen’s Club in 2022 highlighted a broader market need: a single solution capable of protecting grounds from the effects of heavy machinery, vehicles, and pedestrian traffic. This insight led to the development of the ProTrack™ Ground Protection Mat – an all-in-one protective trackway that forms a robust barrier between soft ground surfaces and high-impact loads.
Speak to a member of our team today to find the perfect solution for your ground protection needs.
