
Protecting Lawns, Grass & Sensitive Areas
Ground protection mats to protect lawns, tree roots, and sensitive sites for every sector. Expert advice and fast, reliable

Ground Protection Mats for Every Environment
When your project requires surface protection, GroundGuards provides the solution. Our ground protection mats prevent damage to lawns, paths, sports pitches, heritage sites, and delicate ground in a wide range of sectors. With more than twenty years of experience, we support construction teams, event organisers, and estate managers in working with care for the environment, no matter how sensitive the location.

Why Use Ground Protection Mats?
Ground protection mats offer a stable surface for people and vehicles, spreading weight to prevent ruts, mud, and compaction. This approach protects tree roots, turf, and finished ground, lowers reinstatement costs, and keeps your site looking its best. Our solutions help you:
- Protect lawns, gardens, and sports pitches during periods of heavy use
- Prevent root damage in tree protection zones and on heritage sites
- Avoid mud, ruts, and surface compaction
- Meet planning and environmental regulations
- Maintain access without permanent changes to the landscape
Sectors We Support
Our ground protection mats and surface protection systems are trusted by organisations in the following sectors:

How Our Ground Protection Works
We offer a wide selection of ground protection mats designed for sensitive surfaces. Options range from lightweight pedestrian mats to strong solutions for heavy vehicles and plant. Our team will help you select the most suitable system for your project and sector. Mats can be laid quickly by hand or with machinery and are removed without leaving any trace.
Ground Protection In Action
Explore how our mats deliver safe, reliable access and protect the ground on real projects, from busy construction sites to heritage locations.
Temporary Taxi Access And Waiting Area For York Racecourse Event
GroundGuards used UltraTrack Pro and FastCover mats to create temporary taxi access and a waiting area over grass for a busy event at York Racecourse.
XtremeMat Hire Supports Crane Access At Hull Leisure Centre
GroundGuards supplied XtremeMat on hire to protect grass areas beside a leisure centre in Hull, creating temporary access for crane-assisted glass panel removal during renovation works.
Temporary Site Routes Without Unnecessary Groundwork
A Cheshire housing development needed a reliable temporary route for site vehicles moving through the project each day. XtremeMat was installed over stone to create a practical, hard-wearing surface without unnecessary groundwork.
UltraTrack Temporary Car Park Ground Protection
GroundGuards installed 168 UltraTrack mats to create a repeat temporary parking area while helping protect the ground beneath.
XtremeMat Temporary Access for Directional Drilling in Wareham, Dorset
GroundGuards supplied and installed over 700 XtremeMats during Phase 1 of a large directional drilling project in Wareham, Dorset, with additional mats installed for Phase 2 to maintain safe, stable access across field-based working areas.
EnviroMat Protects Loose Stone Driveway During House Renovation
GroundGuards used EnviroMat to create temporary access and parking for a house renovation, helping protect a loose stone driveway and nearby tree roots.
Peat Bog Access for Motorway Services Build
661 XtremeMats installed on peat ground in Warrington to support sheet piling and construction of a new motorway services access road.
XtremeMat Solar Installation in Winter Conditions
XtremeMat supported a solar installation in Norfolk, providing safe access, car parks and HGV turning areas during freezing winter conditions.
Need help now? Call 0113 267 6000 and speak to a specialist today. We can check stock, confirm delivery times, and give straight answers.
