AJ Bell Stadium

Located alongside the Barton Bridge flyover, the design concept for a “pavilion in a park” creates an impactful first impression.

Within the Pavilion Stand, we have created accommodation for club functions, conferences, and banqueting for up to 750 people. The stand is also accessible for the local community, allowing them to lease space and use the two community pitches and dedicated changing facilities.

Thus establishing the west stand as the focal point at 4,500 capacity, the remaining three stands are of dropped elevation and 2,500 capacity each. This creates a powerful visual effect with the two sides at opposition to each other in colour, height, and composition.

The main entrance of the West Stand is clearly visible due to the arch feature to the elevation, sloped glazing and express entrance box. Signage also identifies the main entrance and other facilities.

All access routes have been designed to allow for ease of movement for wheelchair users and those with prams. General accommodation stairs have been designed for ambulant disabled users. All concourse kiosks and bars incorporate a DDA compliant drop-down counter. An induction loop is also provided within the reception for people with impaired hearing.

The North, East and South stands are accessed at grade level. Concourse and toilet facilities are positioned along the length of the concourse.

The intention was to create a truly democratic venue - one that every member of the community can enjoy.