A hockey pitch or multi-sports pitch in your own garden? It’s closer than you think

Your own sports pitch? That’s no longer just for mansions or top-level athletes.
When people think of a hockey pitch or multi-sports pitch in the garden, they often picture large mansions, professional athletes or exclusive projects with a massive budget… But that image hasn’t been accurate for a long time.

More and more families are choosing to transform part of their garden into a multi-purpose play and sports area. Not because they play sport professionally, but because they want their children to be more active, to spend quality time together and to make the most of their garden.
A small hockey pitch, a football area, a basketball hoop or a combination of different sports: with the right artificial grass, much more is possible today than ever before!

Why do families choose a multi-sports pitch?

Our way of life has changed. Children are spending more and more time indoors and in front of screens. At the same time, parents want to invest in a garden that the whole family can enjoy for years to come.

And that’s exactly what a multi-sports pitch offers!

You create a space where children can:

• practise hockey;

• play football;

• play basketball;

• play tennis;

• run about with friends;

• or simply play safely outdoors.

And the best bit? You don’t need a huge garden to do this – although this is still a common misconception. Often, a strip of just a few dozen square metres is enough to create a surprisingly versatile play area.

Hockey in the garden? Perfect for practising your technique.

Anyone who plays hockey knows that technique is more important than strength, and you don’t need a large pitch for that – a smaller practice area is enough. That way, you don’t have to keep going to the club to practise your passing, improve your ball control, practise drag shots, or simply hit a few (or hundreds) of balls.

Thanks to high-quality sports artificial grass, the ball rolls much more consistently than on a traditional lawn, which is subject to the vagaries of the weather. This makes practising not only more enjoyable, but also more efficient.

More than just hockey

Most customers ultimately opt not for a ‘hockey pitch’, but for a multi-sports pitch. This means that the same space is used for various activities: hockey, football, basketball, tennis, a safe playground, and even the dog running happily alongside!

This way, you get the most out of every square metre of your garden.

Artificial turf makes all the difference

A natural lawn suffers a great deal when used intensively for playing: after a few weeks of use, the goal area becomes bare, and patches of mud or uneven surfaces appear.
Sports artificial grass has been specifically developed to withstand intensive use, because, of course, it has to look good too.

The advantages of artificial grass over natural grass:
✔ hard-wearing
✔ level playing surface
✔ excellent ball roll
✔ no mud
✔ playable all year round
✔ low maintenance
This way, the garden continues to look well-maintained, even after hours of fun.

"But surely that must be incredibly expensive?"

That is perhaps the biggest misconception we hear in our showroom. Many people automatically compare a multi-sports pitch with professional sports grounds.

In reality, private projects are fully scalable. You choose the dimensions yourself, the type of artificial turf, any pitch markings and extras such as a goal, boarding or a basketball hoop.

As a result, a sports area is often much more affordable than people expect. What’s more, you’re not just investing in your home, but also in years of healthy fun for the whole family.

An investment that everyone enjoys

A multi-sports pitch isn’t a purchase for just one child, but an investment that pays off for everyone: where young children first run about, teenagers later practise their hockey skills or play a game of football with friends.

But adults, too, use the space surprisingly often for a workout, a game with the children or simply as a low-maintenance outdoor space. That way, you get much more out of your garden than you would with a traditional lawn.

Why choose Resigrass?

At Resigrass, we take a bespoke approach to every project. We listen to:

• which sports you want to play;

• how much space is available;

• who will be using the pitch;

• what level of maintenance you require.

This enables us to create a safe artificial turf sports pitch that’s perfectly suited to both your family and your garden.

Whether you’re dreaming of a small hockey pitch, a multi-purpose play area or a full-scale multi-sports pitch: we’d be delighted to help you turn that dream into reality.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does a hockey pitch in a garden need to be?

That depends entirely on the purpose. For technical training, a compact practice area of a few dozen square metres is often sufficient.

Is sports artificial turf suitable for multiple sports?

Yes. There are types of artificial turf that are perfectly suited to hockey, football, basketball and general play.

Does a multi-sport pitch require a lot of maintenance?

No. Compared to a natural lawn, maintenance is minimal. Regular brushing and removing leaves is usually sufficient. Depending on usage, the infill sand may also need to be replaced from time to time. 

Can I also partially convert an existing garden?

Absolutely. Many customers choose to convert only part of their garden into a sports area, whilst the rest remains as a lawn or patio. Our installers will neatly fit the artificial grass around existing features where necessary (such as trees, flower beds, etc.)