Brighton set for first purpose-built stadium for women's football in UK and Europe

TL;DR

Brighton has announced plans for the first purpose-built stadium for women's football in the UK and Europe, with a minimum capacity of 10,000. The project, approved by the local council in October 2023, will be located near the Amex Stadium.

Key points

Brighton plans a purpose-built stadium for women's football
First of its kind in the UK and Europe
Minimum capacity of 10,000
Located on Bennett's Field near the Amex Stadium
Proposal approved by local council in October 2023

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Brighton have revealed their plans for the first purpose-built stadium for women's football in the UK and Europe.

The proposals were first approved by the local council in October 2023, but delays meant the club have not been able to proceed with the plans until now.

It will be built on land called Bennett's Field, which is adjacent to the Amex Stadium near the ground's East Stand. It will be linked with the current main ground via a bridge link and will have a minimum capacity of 10,000.

Image: Brighton have confirmed plans for the first purpose-built women's stadium in the UK and Europe - credit Brighton and Hove Albion

The stadium will be the first built with female athletes and women's football supporters in mind. This incudes bespoke changing and recovery rooms all the way through to catering for a more inclusive fan base. This will include easy access for families, wider concourses and social spaces.