Derbyshire given go-ahead for ground development
Friday 19 September 2014 20:42, UK
Derbyshire have received planning permission from Derby City Council to begin the first stage of development at The 3aaa County Ground.
The Gateway Centre area of the ground will become a cricket centre of excellence and pavilion, while work will begin at the end of the season to improve facilities in the Lund Pavilion.
Derbyshire have received a £1m grant and may secure subsequent funds for further phases of development.
“After a robust planning process, we’re delighted that work on the first phase of our redevelopment can now begin,” said Chief Executive Simon Storey.
“To fulfil our ambition for success on the field, we need first-class facilities for players, members, spectators and our business customers.
“It’s all about improving the customer experience so they will choose to come back to Derbyshire time and time again.
“Improved customer facilities, within the Lund Pavilion, will be there for our members to enjoy and also to support growth in the Conference & Events arm of our business.
“This business growth, supported by improved facilities, will allow us to increase our revenue and therefore invest more in achieving success on the field.
“Work on phase one will commence in October with the view to be complete before the start of the 2015 season.”
