Lancashire County Cricket Club

A 20ha regeneration strategy around the ground.

Radical re-development of Old Trafford cricket ground, set to transform the historic venue into one of the country’s premier sporting destinations.

‘The Point’ floats dramatically over new spectator seating, creating spectacular views over the pitch and to the Pennines beyond.

The orientation of the wicket will change, for the first time in 150 years, from east/west to north/south to resolve sunlight issues which have affected players.

Brief

  • create new facilities to set the highest new standards for international cricket
  • provide a host of new educational and training opportunities for the local community

Results

  • the best 1000 seat event venue in the North West
  • two new grandstands, a revamp of the existing pavillion, new player and media facilities, a ‘big screen’ and improved floodlighting

Facts

Location: Old Trafford, Manchester
Client: Lancashire County Cricket Club
Construction cost: £200m (The Point - £12m)
Completed: 2012

Integrated services

architecture, masterplanning, lighting, interior design

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