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Brit Oval Development Plans Move Forward
Brit Oval Development Plans Move Forward
2 July 2009
Following the recent approval from the Secretary of State for plans to redevelop the Pavilion end of the Brit Oval, Surrey County Cricket Club have confirmed that they intend to start the building works in October 2010.
The redevelopment proposals are significant – involving the demolition of the existing Lock, Laker and Peter May Stands, the building of a new stand in its place, the construction of a 168 bedroom Arora International hotel and the creation of a large open square in front of the historic Pavilion – and therefore require an appropriate length of time for planning and preparation to ensure their successful delivery.
Paul Sheldon, Chief Executive of Surrey County Cricket Club, commented: “It has taken us almost two years to secure the necessary approvals for this important development, and it is equally important for us to take the time to map out the detail of how we will bring the drawings and plans to life. To this end, we believe the best time to commence the demolition and rebuilding works is at the conclusion of the cricket season next year.”
Surinder Arora, Chairman of Arora International Hotels and development partner for the landmark project added: “We are committed to delivering a world class stand and hotel that will bring many benefits to the ground and the local area of Kennington, and building a development of this scale takes time and a lot of careful planning.”
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