Plans for Cumberland Sports Village take significant steps forward
New plans have been revealed for the Workington site
A project to build a new Cumberland Sports Village has taken a significant step forward.
New plans have been revealed for the Workington site, with a new stadium the main feature.
As well as sport, Cumberland Council says the stadium would also act as a focal point for both the community and businesses within the area.
The delivery of the project is being led by CSV Ltd and consists of:
The West Stand (Main Stand)
The existing stand will be demolished and replaced with a new main stand building. Featuring:
- Spectator seating for up to 1,000 people, with a good provision of wheelchair viewing spaces
- A large first floor function suite with lift access
- A series of executive boxes on the first floor. These areas, with floor to ceiling glass windows, will have dedicated terrace seats
- A sports bar and an external fan zone at ground level and internal concourse
- Administrative space for both clubs, a main reception, press/media suite and a match day control room
- Four new changing room spaces for clubs, officials, and community groups
The East Stand
The existing east stand will be demolished and replaced with a new covered spectator standing terrace to accommodate approx. 1000 spectators.
This will be positioned further to the east than the existing stand by 7m to allow for the expansion of the playing surface and expansion of the main stand.
The South Stand
The existing south stand (the Town End) will be demolished and replaced with a new covered spectator standing terrace.
The existing turf pitch will be replaced with a 3G pitch suitable for both Football and Rugby use.
Dave Bowden, spokesman for Cumberland Sports Village, said: "We’re pleased to be part of such positive progress on the Cumberland Sports Village project.
"It’s a project built on partnership and shared vision and we’re excited by the potential it holds to create lasting benefits for Workington AFC, Workington Town RLFC, and the whole community.
"We thank everyone involved in reaching this stage and look forward to continue working hard to make this vision a reality."
Leader of Cumberland Council, Cllr Mark Fryer, added: “We remain fully committed to supporting Cumberland Sports Village Ltd in delivering the Sports Village project.
"I have been fighting for West Cumbria to have a top-class stadium for many years and it is fantastic that we now have some revised detailed designs for a venue which will cement our status as major players on the sporting map.”
A spokesperson from Workington AFC said: “Workington AFC is proud to share the exciting plans for a new community stadium - an ambitious and important step forward for the club’s future.
"We thank our supporters and stakeholders for their patience throughout this process."
"Inspire future generations"
A spokesperson from Workington Town RLFC added: “The Workington Town RLFC board fully supports the proposed designs for a new stadium and community facility.
"This development marks a significant step forward for both the club and the wider area, offering modern infrastructure to support rugby league, local sport, and community events.
“We believe that the project will inspire future generations to want to watch and play sport in this facility. We feel that the project is of the right scale, with a sensible and realistic approach, and will provide lasting benefits for Workington and West Cumbria. We’re excited to play our part in this ambitious and transformative project.”