The rebuild, completed in 2016, brought the all-seater capacity of Ashton Gate to 27,000. Construction commenced in the autumn of 2003 with the opening game at the stadium being a friendly between Swansea and Fulham on 23 July 2005.[158]. [83] During the late 1980s, local club Colne Dynamoes were rapidly progressing through the English non-league system. In June 2015, the club announced that the staircases of the Sir Elton John stand would be removed and replaced with 700 seats. Additionally the club has announced plans to expand the capacity up from 33,500 to 44,000, with the work due to take place during the 200708 close season,[190] provided the club avoided relegation. Private Eye reported that Millwall are continuing to explore relocation options in Kent. There have been proposals for the South Stand to become triple-tiered; also this would increase the capacity to 92,300 (a higher capacity than even Wembley Stadium); however, the railway station and tracks have hindered such ideas and seem to be on ice for the foreseeable future. [213] This document's consultation period has now closed and thus the publication of the final AAP is awaited for more information on preferred sites for a new stadium. Seaside town facing a summer without its most famous attraction as traders break down, Day-trippers and holiday makers arriving in the town may be surprised by the closure, DWP demands Universal Credit mum repays 8,600 but court rules in her favour. In 1932, a hut and scoreboard were installed at the Bee Hole End embankmentnamed after the Bee Hole Collierywith funds from Burnley's newly founded supporters' club. The plan involved a 60,000-capacity stadium and the retention of the running track. Preston NE completed its Invincibles Stand in 2008. [45] The plans were again put on hold in 2010, due to Burnley's relegation from the Premier League and a projected recession. [106] On 10 March 2021, it was announced that Coventry City and Wasps had agreed to a ten-year deal, which would mean that the club would return to the stadium from the 202122 season. [10][15] Burnley won the FA Cup that same year, and they were crowned First Division champions in 192021. Club Bolivar start new stadium; Bastia renovation complete; New 5,500 stadium in Austria; All news; City Guides & Articles. [121][122] Fierce opposition by the fans and the eventually slide into administration saw these plans evaporate. The plan at the time had been for Craven Cottage to reach over 30,000 capacity, but these were delayed due to opposition from local residents and at first the club had to settle for a 22,000-seat stadium. This unbroken service makes the stadium the second-longest continuously used ground in English professional football, behind Preston North End's Deepdale. Burnley Turf Moor Capacity: 22,546 (all seated) Address: Harry Potts Way, Burnley, BB10 4BX Telephone: 01282 446 800 Fax: 01282 700 014 Ticket Office: 0844 807 1882 Pitch Size: 115 x 73 yards Pitch Type: Grass Club Nickname: The Clarets Year Ground Opened: 1883 Undersoil Heating: Yes Shirt Sponsors: LoveBet Kit Manufacturer: Puma Bradford (Park Avenue) had been planning to leave their current Horsfall Stadium for the redeveloped Grattan Stadium, which would be shared with Bradford Bulls. If granted the green light, initial work could be completed in time for the 2021/22 season, with the project overseen by Preston-based stadium engagement specialists ADI. It has now become a requirement that within three years of a club's first promotion to the Championship all paying spectators are seated, even if the club is subsequently relegated. [82] From 1902 to 1904, the club shared Turf Moor with Burnley Belvedere, members of the Lancashire Amateur League, as Burnley had financial difficulties. [20], Lord hired Cambridge Soil Services to re-lay the pitch in 1974, and to install new drainage technology and under-soil heating. [247] [315], Worcester City are planning to move to a new stadium, leaving St George's Lane after more than a century. [64] A planning application was submitted to Haringey Council in October 2009. [79], A popular drink served at Turf Moor since the First World War is "Bn & Hot"the French liqueur Bndictine topped up with hot water. Burnley will install innovative digital signage and state-of-the-art LED big-screen technology at Turf Moor, which the club hopes will become one of the most digitally connected stadiums in English football. [82] The Steve Bull Stand, currently the oldest part of the stadium, was built in 1979. The club had trouble selling out games in the 200809 season as Newcastle headed towards relegation after 16 years in the Premier League, and also in the promotion winning campaign of 200910, as they played at a lower level. The stadium's capacity is now 5,500; it is the 118th largest stadium by capacity in England and the second smallest in EFL League One. The main source of income came from gate receipts, and most additional money was spent on transfers. These seats were removed when the club was relegated to the bottom tier in 2008 but installed once more following promotion back to League One in 2010. Clarets Chief Executive Neil Hart says improving the Cricket Field Stand is the next project for improving Turf Moor, Get the latest Burnley FC news delivered straight to your inbox each day - sign up for free email updates. Set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin, this cookie is used to record the user consent for the cookies in the "Advertisement" category . [131] However, it was later reported to be taking legal advice regarding other avenues of securing the CPO, and Council cabinet members will decide how to proceed after a "review". [50] The first developments include a new state-of-the-art training complex for Manchester City and the local community is to be built nearby the Etihad Stadium with a centrepiece bridge linking the complex to the stadium. Burnley FC organises guided stadium tours that include access to the dressing rooms, players' tunnel, directors' box, dugouts, press room, and police cells. The old grandstand was planned to be demolished in late October 2013, but was put on hold after rival plans for similar leisure facilities at Bretonside were approved. Work was hoped to commence summer 2008, however, plans were put on hold to concentrate on events on field. [39][40] Leeds United are currently exploring the possibility of expanding Elland Road, according to the new vice chairman of the Premier League side Paraag Marathe, taking the capacity to over 50,000. in June 2021 LCC announced "Leeds United reviewed their stadium development ambitions and want to preserve their ability to deliver an expanded 60,000-seater stadium at Elland Road, as opposed to a 50,000 seat capacity previously agreed with Leeds City Council. [239][240], Colchester United took possession of a new stadium, funded by the local council, in July 2008. Bristol Rovers had gained planning permission to move into a purpose-built 21,700 all seater stadium at the University of the West of England's Frenchay campus, on the outskirts of Bristol. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. [129], In December 2016 Private Eye reported how Renewal had been founded by a former Lewisham Council leader and senior officer, suggesting potential bias, and that the decision to approve Renewal's plans may have been made as long ago as 2013 despite the fact that no due diligence had been able to be carried out by PricewaterhouseCoopers due to "poor" and "limited" access to information and management at Renewal, which is registered in the Isle of Man. The Government Office for Yorkshire and the Humber approved the plan in February 2002, Conoco agreed naming rights to the stadium in April 2002 and the revised opening date was set for the start of the 2003/2004 season. The terrace was built with help from the Burnley youth players. But looking at that end of the ground is the next port of call for the Clarets. [25][31] The author Simon Inglis noted that the Longside "symbolised how far Turf Moor, once deemed to be so modern, had fallen behind". In 2009, the club unveiled plans to expand the stadium by filling in one or two of the stadium's open corners. This was blocked at planning permission due to issues surrounding improvements at the nearby junction 10 of the M1 motorway. Burnley are "ashamed and embarrassed" by a banner reading 'White Lives Matter Burnley' that was towed by an aircraft over Etihad Stadium during Monday's match against Manchester City. A number of alternative sites have been put forward in Peterborough council's January 2009 Area Action Plan for the City Centre Area. The stadium was also moved away from adjacent housing. The stadium was completed in Spring 2011 and opened on 16 April 2011 for Fleetwood's game against Altrincham F.C., which they won 31. Kettering have aspirations to move to a new stadium somewhere in the borough, with problems lying in securing funding and securing the lease on current ground, Rockingham Road. More recently, relocation has been in the pipeline since the early 1990s. [92] On 14 June the temporary seating comprising the East Stand was removed, which was replaced with a 5,070-seat covered temporary stand, which raised the capacity to around 15,500. [217] However, administration and further relegation means Fratton Park will remain in its same state until the club clear the balance sheet. "I am delighted we have been able to partner with ADI, an industry-leading Lancashire technology business, to make this possible.". outlined plans to construct a new 6,000 all-seater stadium, hoped to be open by 2012 when the area hosts sailing events during the London Olympics. The stadium is situated on Harry Potts Way, named after the manager who won the 195960 First Division with the club, and has a capacity of 21,944. They have entered into an agreement with developers St Mowden to construct a new 6000-seat stadium at Nunnery Way. [299] The current plan is for Swann to buy the stadium from current owners the Blues Club, and spend 500,000 improving it. [291], At one point York City were investigating improving Bootham Crescent, but have now switched their plans to the construction of a new stadium to be shared with the York City Knights rugby club.[292]. "[134] The likely cost has been estimated at 20m, but that "Currently, every spare penny is reinvested in the first team squad and this is something that the board wishes to continue in the short term. signed a legal agreement with Liverpool City Council and Your Housing Group to redevelop the surrounding Anfield area. Geraint Williams, ADI chief executive, added: "We are delighted to be working in partnership with a forward-thinking organisation like Burnley Football Club to deliver this world-class sports stadium digital platform. A new all-seater stadium, planned since the late 1990s, for Cardiff City opened in 2009 after the club had spent 99 years at nearby Ninian Park, and for three seasons the new stadium was shared with the Cardiff Blues rugby union club. AFC Fylde moved to Kellamergh Park, in 2006 in order to meet the ground criteria for promotion to the North West Counties Football League. [citation needed] Kenilworth Road was converted to all-seater capacity of around 10,200 following the club's promotion into the Championship in 2005, and in October 2012 the club announced their intention to add more seats to two stands. A new railway station Reading GreenPark was opening near to the ground,[145] but was later cancelled.[146]. It involved the renovation of the Atyeo Stand interior, a total renovation of the Dolman Stand, rebuilding the former Wedlock stand to the same height as the Dolman Stand, and rebuilding the former Williams stand (now the Lansdown stand) to make it double tiered with executive boxes. 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However, as of yet these plans have not been officially published. [82], Turf Moor has been Burnley's home ground since 1883. [23] Tottenham Hotspur F.C. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. [24] However, Spurs' failure to secure the site, which instead went to West Ham United has left the road clear for Palace to pursue the site. [297] The club was hopeful that the new stadium will be open for the beginning of the 201314 season,[298] however, in September 2012, Swann announced that the plans will be cancelled, due to his ill health. On 7 June 2019 it was reported that talks between SISU and Wasps had again broken down meaning that Coventry would have to play their 201920 "home" matches at Birmingham City's St Andrew's ground. The ground hosted several women's charity matches in the early 1920s; the first was in March 1920, when Dick Kerr's Ladies played Liverpool Ladies in aid of the National Association of Discharged Sailors and Soldiers. [68] On 11 July 2014 the Secretary of State for the Department for Communities and Local Government announced that a compulsory purchase order had been granted for the outstanding parcel of land required for the development of the new stadium site. [161] The club announced that the North East corner would be transformed and 400 seats added to it,[162] thus taking the total capacity to 22,000, In spite of the club playing in the Premier League for all but five seasons since 2002, the capacity of The Hawthorns has been reduced over previous years due to a redevelopment of the West Stand (formerly the Halfords Land Stand). [1] During the Middle Ages, the Turf Moor area was one of the town's commons and the inhabitants probably cut turf here for fuel. [17] The capacity of the new stadium is 17,250.[18]. [32][33] Burnley competed the 199495 season in the second tier, but were relegated to the third tier at the end of the year. [10][21][22] The club installed permanent floodlights in 1957, which were first used during a friendly against local rivals Blackburn Rovers. In December 2017, the club announced plans to undertake a redevelopment of the Main Stand at Selhurst Park, raising the capacity to approximately 34,000, with the new structure ready by 2021. However, the club is looking at options to build a small stand in front of the hotel in the short-term.[134]. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Following Roman Abramovich's takeover, Chelsea have examined expanding their current home at Stamford Bridge to a capacity of over 50,000. [309] The ground was sold in 2007 with housing built on the site which left Grays homeless and seeking to built a new stadium [https://www.thurrockgazette.co.uk/sport/1845795.grays-athletic-to-quit-new-rec/] It is proposed they will ground share with another club while the new arena is built. New digital signs will also be installed across all four sides of the stadium, with the latest in LED branding technology replacing old static boards. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. [12] In 1889, after more disputes, Burnley separated from the cricket club and agreed to pay 77 per year (the equivalent of 9,000 as of 2023[a]) to rent the stadium, and subsequently increased their ticket prices from four to six pence (the equivalent of 2.94 as of 2023[a]) to the dissatisfaction of the supporters. However, it was only at the end of the season that development began on the upper-tier seating. The club now plan to build a 1,600 seater stand in its place, bringing capacity up to 7,650. In 2003 the club received planning permission to add another 7,200 seats to the South Stand which would have taken capacity to 56,000 but the plans were put on hold due to Sunderland's relegation. Turf Moor is an association football stadium in Burnley, Lancashire, England, which has been the home of Burnley F.C. [4], Attendances during the early years averaged around 2,000, although a crowd of 12,000 was at the ground in March 1884 to see Burnley play local rivals Padiham. Investing in your fan experience? "[134], The building of a Holiday Inn franchise in one corner of the ground, has somewhat diminished possibilities for the future enlargement of Carrow Road. St Helens Town F.C. This extended lease means the club is now able to proceed with plans to redevelop the City Ground and surrounding area. This is similar to the setup of the Sapporo Dome in Japan, a venue used for both baseball and association football. Who do you want to win? [215] However, it has been revealed that Portsmouth F.C. even though it did not have its official opening until August 2007 when they played Manchester United in a pre-season friendly. [57] The plans appeared to have been shelved upon the 2007 takeover and review of the club by Mike Ashley, who subsequently announced in 2008 he would be selling the club. The Celtic fans rioted and hurled bottles, stones and iron railings; 60 supporters were injured. This increased the capacity by around 500 seats.[95]. The stadium took a mere 32 weeks to build, with the planned relocation being announced in late 1993 and work beginning just a year later. The new stadium would have included facilities to match the best Premier League clubs including a substantial increase in match-day hospitality areas, more corporate boxes of a far higher standard, more cafe and bar areas including for away supporters, significantly more toilets, larger and more versatile player dressing rooms, wider seats with more legroom, a hard-wearing hybrid pitch capable of withstanding multiple rugby and football matches being played on it every week and facilities that could be used throughout the year for corporate events. The first plans for relocation were announced in 1996. To remove any viewing restrictions the current pillars that support the roof of the Kop and West Stand will be removed. English Premier League football club Burnley has teamed up with stadium-based engagement specialist ADI to enhance the digital experience at Turf Moor. [23] The pitch was also raised and the slope that had existed was minimised. Tours typically run every Thursday and non-matchday Saturdays. On 28 July 2011 Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council offered the club 5.7 million to help with their redevelopment fund of Boundary Park, which would involve the redevelopment of the Broadway Stand. This would make the fish docks site less desirable as it could limit the regeneration of the fishing industry and the regeneration opportunities of the Freeman Street site more attractive to government as it considers funding. Craven Cottage was the final top division stadium to feature standing accommodation when Fulham were promoted in 2001, but Taylor Report regulations meant it closed a year later. Turf Moor; Capacity: 22,546; . This speculation eventually proved true; AFC Wimbledon received final approval to build a new ground there in September 2016. [90] On 14 November 2009 it was revealed that the football club hope to work with Urban Regeneration Company, to build a new East Stand that would contain both seating and office/retail space rather than as originally planned for just seating. At the end of 2002 retailers Woolworths and B&Q pulled out of the scheme and opening was set back again to the 2005/2006 season. [73], The capacity was further increased on 5 August 2019 with additional 148-seat, increased the overall capacity into 62,214. Warrington Town announced plans to move from Cantilever Park to a new 5,0006,000 all-seater stadium at the new Omega Development site next to the M62 near Burtonwood. This expansion plan will most likely extend the east stand, and possibly the south stand (Kop) into 2-tier stands. A new phoenix club, Hereford F.C. In 2012 after the purchase of b2net by Swedish company Proact the stadium name changed to its current name, the Proact Stadium. The Cardiff City Stadium has been expanded to hold up to 33,000 fans, and can be extended further to hold up to 60,000. [83][84] The England women's team played their first match at Turf Moor in September 2003 against Australia, which was the stadium's first international women's game.
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