Costello Playing Fields

Work continues on the exciting development opposite the existing stadium, where a new pavilion hub, high-quality multi-use 3G pitch and expanded parking facilities are taking shape. Designed to serve both sport and the wider community, the new space will provide improved access to modern training and activity facilities for local teams, schools, colleges and residents. With a strong focus on accessibility and flexibility, the project will create a welcoming environment capable of hosting fixtures, training sessions and community events with ease.

When completed, Costello will become a vibrant, modern destination that promotes participation in sport and education, bringing people together and supporting the community long into the future.

Over the past month, we’ve made strong visible progress on site, with the building’s structure continuing to take shape. Brickwork has been completed and the Blockwork is up to 2nd Lift, marking an important milestone in the development. Internal and External scaffolding has also been erected to support the next phase Blockwork and Roofing. Roofing works officially began this week, with the installation of the roof trusses now underway. Progress is also being made on the gable ends, which will start to take shape.

In the 3G pitch area, the cement stabilisation process has now been completed. Subject to successfully passing the required testing phase, works will begin to accelerate as we move forward with the next stages of construction, now that the pitch foundations are in place.

During the past month, we were pleased to welcome a group of students from Sirius Academy West to the site as part of our Digital Construction Academy programme. The students took part in a hands-on bricklaying activity and gained valuable experience in a live construction environment. The visit gave them the opportunity to ask questions about the industry, learn more about career pathways, and explore the wide range of opportunities that construction can offer.

Over the coming weeks, we will be focusing on completing the remaining blockwork externally, bringing the main structure of the building closer to completion. Roofing works are also to continue for the coming weeks. Our Ground Works team will be looking to get the ducting works completed with the water connection getting put in place.

In the 3G pitch area, works will begin on installing the drainage system, followed by the placement of the sub-base and kerbs to define the pitch footprint. These key stages will prepare the groundwork for the next phase of development.