Continue to Learn is the educational part of the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) which is held in Harrogate each year.

Continue to Learn is the educational part of the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) which is held in Harrogate in January every year. There are events suitable for all levels of employees within the greenkeeping industry, from apprentices all the way through to golf club owners.

Events are split into Conferences, Classes and Seminars.

A great deal of time has been spent compiling the educational programme. Feedback from members and attendees has been taken into consideration and a lot of the programme has been voted for by our members, through Members Choice.

If you require any further information regarding Continue to Learn or BTME, please do not hesitate to contact the team on 01347 833800 or email education@bigga.co.uk

FAQs

Why are there two prices for each ticket?

One of the many benefits of BIGGA membership is reduced ticket prices at Continue to Learn. If you are not currently a BIGGA member, to take advantage of the reduced rates, contact the Membership team on 01347 833800 to discuss joining BIGGA or join online at www.bigga.org.uk.

Where should I register when I arrive in Harrogate?

The majority of the classes will take place in the Harrogate Convention Centre. Registration on Sunday and Monday is in the Queen's Suite. Some classes will be held at The Crowne Plaza Hotel which is next to the Harrogate Convention Centre, therefore registration will take place in the lobby of the hotel.

The Monday conference takes place at The DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa.

The Tuesday conference takes place at The Queen's Suite, within Harrogate Convention Centre.

All classes and conferences must be booked in advance via Eventbrite or the BIGGA Team.

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Contact BIGGA on 01347 833800 or email education@bigga.co.uk

Can I pay by invoice / Turf Reward Vouchers?

Any bookings that are requiring payment by invoice or turf reward vouchers need to be booked by telephone or email: 01347 833800 or education@bigga.co.uk

How do I book using the Booking Discounts?

Bookings with discounts need to be booked by telephone or email: 01347 833800 or education@bigga.co.uk

The following BIGGA member discounts are available*:

Spend over £500 (not including VAT) = 5% discount

Spend over £1000 (not including VAT) = 10% discount

Please note, the discounts are a BIGGA member benefit and will not be applied to non members or members of other Associations.

*Please phone 01347 833800 to book the discounted tickets as discounts can not be applied online

I have registered online for BTME, does this mean I can attend the education at Continue to Learn?

If you wish to attend any of the classes or conferences from Sunday to Wednesday, you need to book in advance through Eventbrite or by speaking to or emailing the BIGGA team. If you have registered to attend an education event, your badge will give you entry into the exhibition so you don't need to register again. If you book a ticket. we will register you to attend BTME.

Can I pre-book tickets for the free Seminars?

Seminars are now available to all attendees on a first come, first served basis and will be located in The Queen's Suite and The R&A Clubhouse in Hall 3. No pre-booking is required. Just turn up to listen to the free seminars.

How will my data be used?

Personal data submitted when registering for education or for the show will be stored securely by BIGGA. Your name and golf club will be shown on your delegate badge. Your name, club and email address may be supplied to the speaker of the educational event you are attending. BIGGA's Privacy Policy / Information Notice can be found on the website www.bigga.org.uk (https://www.bigga.org.uk/terms-conditions.html)

Your data will not be shared with any other third party. If you need to update your contact preferences, please do so in the members area of the BIGGA website.

Please note: We have professional photographers at Continue to Learn and BTME, your image may be used in promotional literature online or in print for BIGGA.

Description supplied by the event organiser.