Continuing the promotion of the Grounds Management Association’s (GMA) #GroundsWeek campaign, this episode of Talk of the Course features an interview with George Hill, Racing Director and Clerk of the Course at Newbury Racecourse. Newbury Racecourse was crowned Champion Groundstaff team at the 2025 RCA Showcase Awards, and George discusses some of the initiatives which led to this grand accolade, key training and development prospects for the Newbury team plus details of the racecourse’s fulfilling strategy to utilise the land-based opportunities on offer to secure Newbury Racecourse’s place as a must-attend sports and leisure destination.

As ever, the episode concludes with #Quickfire5, with George discussing his all-time favourite racehorse and unique breakfast sandwich which is only available on racedays via the staff canteen.

Talk of the Course is designed to shed a light on the best practice emanating from racecourse teams across the country, covering all aspects of racecourse operation. It is written, produced and hosted by the RCA’s executive team.

The debut episode of Talk of the Course spotlights the Grounds Management Association’s #GroundsWeek, running from 23-29 March - a celebration of the people and expertise behind some of the UK’s finest sporting surfaces.

We’re joined by special guest Andrew Morris, Director of Racing at Newmarket Racecourse, for an inside look at the exceptional work carried out by his team at both Newmarket and the Jockey Club. From day-to-day course management to forward-thinking innovations, Andrew shares how modern techniques are shaping the future of racecourse grounds.

The episode also includes the first edition of the RCA's #quick-fire-five, which helps listeners learn more about our guests and the personalities behind British racing.

To find out more about GMA’s #GroundsWeek, follow the link here.

For information about upcoming race fixtures at Newmarket Racecourse, follow the link here.

To understand more of what the RCA does to supports #GroundsWeek, following the link here.

Talk of the Course is designed to shed a light on the best practice emanating from racecourse teams across thecountry, covering all aspects of racecourse operation. It is written, produced and hosted by the RCA’s executive team.

Each episode will feature a range of voices from racecourse practitioners at the top of their game on a specific topic to accompany a written article from the RCA’s On Track series.

Talk of the Course will also include conversation to get toknow the individual, bringing to life the range of professionals working at British racecourses.