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EFL club begin work on new 25,000-capacity home to leave iconic stadium
While this season could still end in disaster for Luton Town, fans have been given a boost with the news of a brand new stadium. Plans had been in the pipeline for months, but the relegation-threatened club have now announced that work will begin this summer on a 25,000 capacity stadium. Luton TownLuton’s new home will be close to the city centre[/caption] The club has agreed a partnership with Limak International to conduct the build, with the organisation currently redeveloping Barcelona’s Spotify Camp Nou. They claim it will be a ‘state-of-the-art’ venue, and built at Power Court, the site of Luton power station before its closure in 1969. They plan to open the arena for the 2028/29 season and add that the build will include new homes, a hotel and other infrastructure that will create 1000 permanent jobs and revitalise the area. While the news is undoubtedly positive for the club, it may be one that leaves traditionalists away from Luton disappointed, given the status of the ground they’ll be leaving. Kenilworth Road has housed the Hatters since 1905 and has drawn affection in the UK and abroad for many reasons, including its unorthodox entrance through neighbouring back gardens. The 12,056 stadium made its Premier League debut for the 2023/24 campaign and had to undergo extensive work. The club spent £10million to get it top flight ready, and even saw their opening home matches postponed in order to finish work. Despite the upheaval, Luton only lasted a season in the top flight, and are now at risk of back-to-back relegations as they’ve just a point above the Championship relegation zone with a game to play. Yet club CEO Gary Sweet thinks the new arena will give them the capability to be a top flight side once again. “This is a transformative opportunity for the club, helping us realise our ambitions to be a Premier League club again one day,” he said in a statement. It will be a goodbye for the unique Kenilworth RoadAFP “We are united with the supporters on the need for a new stadium to move our Luton Town forward and we are delighted to be moving into this exciting construction phase. “Importantly, this new stadium project roots us in our community, bringing jobs and investment as part of the wider regeneration of the area. “Partnering with a company of Limak’s international standing offers us a global perspective with local delivery. “We will collaborate closely with them to ensure the stadium reflects the spirit and needs of the community. “It has been a long road to this point, but we are so excited at the prospect of welcoming our supporters to Power Court in the near future and the ability to extend our support base and enhance our unique match-day experience.” Despite the nostalgia over Kenilworth Road, the chair of the club’s supporters’ trust has welcomed the news. Paul Stephens said: “This represents a major step forward for our club – every fan will be excited at the idea of taking their seat at our new stadium, and now we have a clear path to this historic day, rooting us in the heart of the town while showing real ambition for the future. “On behalf of our members, I welcome the club’s contracting partnership with Limak International – especially one of such pedigree – and I’m sure I speak for all members when I say we can’t wait to see construction work on site.”
While this season could still end in disaster for Luton Town, fans have been given a boost with the news of a brand new stadium.
Plans had been in the pipeline for months, but the relegation-threatened club have now announced that work will begin this summer on a 25,000 capacity stadium.
The club has agreed a partnership with Limak International to conduct the build, with the organisation currently redeveloping Barcelona’s Spotify Camp Nou.
They claim it will be a ‘state-of-the-art’ venue, and built at Power Court, the site of Luton power station before its closure in 1969.
They plan to open the arena for the 2028/29 season and add that the build will include new homes, a hotel and other infrastructure that will create 1000 permanent jobs and revitalise the area.
While the news is undoubtedly positive for the club, it may be one that leaves traditionalists away from Luton disappointed, given the status of the ground they’ll be leaving.
Kenilworth Road has housed the Hatters since 1905 and has drawn affection in the UK and abroad for many reasons, including its unorthodox entrance through neighbouring back gardens.
The 12,056 stadium made its Premier League debut for the 2023/24 campaign and had to undergo extensive work.
The club spent £10million to get it top flight ready, and even saw their opening home matches postponed in order to finish work.
Despite the upheaval, Luton only lasted a season in the top flight, and are now at risk of back-to-back relegations as they’ve just a point above the Championship relegation zone with a game to play.
Yet club CEO Gary Sweet thinks the new arena will give them the capability to be a top flight side once again.
“This is a transformative opportunity for the club, helping us realise our ambitions to be a Premier League club again one day,” he said in a statement.
“We are united with the supporters on the need for a new stadium to move our Luton Town forward and we are delighted to be moving into this exciting construction phase.
“Importantly, this new stadium project roots us in our community, bringing jobs and investment as part of the wider regeneration of the area.
“Partnering with a company of Limak’s international standing offers us a global perspective with local delivery.
“We will collaborate closely with them to ensure the stadium reflects the spirit and needs of the community.
“It has been a long road to this point, but we are so excited at the prospect of welcoming our supporters to Power Court in the near future and the ability to extend our support base and enhance our unique match-day experience.”
Despite the nostalgia over Kenilworth Road, the chair of the club’s supporters’ trust has welcomed the news.
Paul Stephens said: “This represents a major step forward for our club – every fan will be excited at the idea of taking their seat at our new stadium, and now we have a clear path to this historic day, rooting us in the heart of the town while showing real ambition for the future.
“On behalf of our members, I welcome the club’s contracting partnership with Limak International – especially one of such pedigree – and I’m sure I speak for all members when I say we can’t wait to see construction work on site.”
