In a notable advancement for local football, Spalding United revealed plans for a comprehensive £1 million renovation of their home pitch at the Sir Halley Stewart Playing Field. The non-league club, informally called the Tulips, aims to set up a ‘cutting-edge’ synthetic surface, comparable to the standard of pitches employed by elite clubs such as Chelsea. Alongside the pitch renovation, the club will also improve its floodlighting system and revamp the changing rooms.
With a 25-year lease secured, club owner Andrew Killingsworth highlighted the integral role of this investment – not merely to propel their aspirations for promotion, but also to guarantee long-term viability. Chief Executive Leigh Porter echoed the profound significance of this undertaking, particularly in light of the prevailing economic climate. The project, set for completion by early August, aims to expand the club’s reach by bringing in fresh teams across several age groups and strengthening its women’s and junior sections.
This redevelopment is poised to metamorphose Spalding United into a epicentre of community involvement and sporting distinction.
Information for this story was gathered from original reporting by the BBC.
