Boughton County Loam – Premium Cricket & Sports Pitch Loam

At East Riding Horticulture, we supply Boughton County Loam – one of the UK’s most trusted loams for cricket squares and sports pitch construction. With a typical clay content above 30%, this premium loam provides the strength, durability, and performance demanded at County Cricket level while also delivering a professional finish for high-standard club pitches.

Why Choose Boughton County Loam?

• County-Level Performance
  A firm, true-playing surface that can last at least four days, making it ideal for County cricket wickets or elite club use.

• Excellent Drainage
  Boughton Loam is renowned for being free-draining, allowing:

  • Quicker and easier pitch preparation.

  • Faster germination of grass seed for healthier turf.

• Flexible Screening Options

  • 10mm Screened Loam – ideal as a base loam for construction projects deeper than 75mm, helping to reduce costs.

  • 3mm Screened Loam – perfect for finishing layers or for pitch constructions of less than 75mm in depth, providing a smooth, level finish.

Recommended Application

• Usage: Apply 6–10 bags per wicket depending on site requirements.

• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry location.

• Best Results: Use alongside a tailored fertiliser programme from the East Riding Horticulture specialists, and overseed with our range of premium grass seed mixes to maintain a dense, hard-wearing sward.

Key Benefits at a Glance

• High clay content for strength and durability.

• Produces a true bounce wicket for consistent play.

• Free-draining for fast turnaround pitch preparation.

• Available in 3mm or 10mm screenings for construction flexibility.

• Backed by expert agronomy support from East Riding Horticulture.

Order Boughton County Loam Today

As leading suppliers of cricket loams and turf management products, East Riding Horticulture can provide everything you need to build, renovate, or maintain professional standard pitches.