Tim O’Hare Associates LLP (TOHA) provides a complete sports and amenity turf design and management service for new and existing facilities. We support clients from initial concept through to construction, establishment, and long-term maintenance, delivering high-performing, resilient playing surfaces backed by expert agronomic insight.
TOHA is routinely commissioned to design, specify, and supervise construction and renovation projects. Our work focuses on delivering resilient and durable playing surfaces while minimising whole-life maintenance costs and operational risk.
Experience & Sectors
We work across education, local authorities, sports clubs, and the public realm, with experience spanning football, rugby, bowls, cricket, racecourses, parks, and greenspaces.
Our Services
Sports Pitch Feasibility & Design
We deliver robust, compliant pitch designs tailored to site conditions and sporting requirements.
- Feasibility studies for new pitch developments
- Designs aligned with Sport England and National Governing Body standards
- Detailed specifications, tender documentation, contractor selection, and full project management
- Agronomist-led site support, materials testing, quality control, and independent key-stage sign-off
Natural Turf Drainage Solutions
Specialist drainage expertise to improve playability and surface resilience.
- Full drainage design and inspection services
- Investigation of poor drainage performance, including material analysis and CCTV surveys
Agronomic Surface Assessment
Independent, professional assessment of natural turf surfaces.
- Ongoing performance evaluation to ensure safety and quality
- Support for tournaments, events, and maintenance planning
General Agronomic Support
Practical, data-led advice across all natural turf surfaces.
- Support for natural and hybrid pitches
- Laboratory testing-backed recommendations
CPD & Industry Engagement
Sharing knowledge and supporting industry development.
- Tailored CPD events
- Seminars, presentations, and training across a wide range of sports turf topics
