International property and construction consultancy Gleeds is celebrating the submission of the latest proposals for the redevelopment of Nottingham Forest Football Club’s (NFFC) historic City Ground. Gleeds acted as both project and cost manager during the design phase of what promises to be a landmark scheme, supporting the club’s ambitions to enhance its stadium and future-proof facilities for generations to come.
Gleeds has worked closely with NFFC and the wider consultant team throughout pre-planning, providing strategic project, cost and information management advice. The submission of the latest application represents the club’s commitment to its long-term vision to improve the matchday experience, increase capacity from the current 30,000 to over 50,000 and modernise facilities for players, supporters and the local community. The plans focus on the expansion of the Peter Taylor Stand and the Trent End corners, plus an outline plan for the redevelopment of the Brian Clough Stand.
James Faflik, Senior Director and Project Lead at Gleeds, said, “Having worked closely with the club for several years on their stadium and training facility upgrades, I’m privileged to have led the professional team on this transformative stadium redevelopment plan. This project will deliver significant benefits for fans, the local economy and the wider area. I look forward to collaborating with the club and the team to bring this vision to life following the planning application submission.”
Matt Darby, Managing Regional Director at Gleeds, added, “Gleeds has built a strong relationship with Nottingham Forest FC over the years, so we’re incredibly proud to have been appointed to provide strategic, project and cost management services on this major design. Feedback across the board – from local businesses, councillors, season ticket holders and other stakeholders – has been enormously positive, so we’re hopeful that the Council’s decision will reflect the optimism of the fans and the club. Expanding the ground and turning this ambitious vision into a deliverable reality is no mean feat, and we’re looking forward to maintaining our ties with this fantastic football club as the project progresses.”
