Bath Voice News: Decision day approaches for Bath Rugby Stadium as planners go through the details

By Harry Mottram: Planners are scrutinising the latest proposals from Bath Rugby for a new stadium to replace the current temporary East Stand along with an upgrading of the rest of the arena.
The decision is eagerly awaited by both proponents of the plans and opponents.
At stake is the principle of the status of the Recreation Ground and whether a private company can build on a public park and in effect reduce the available green space for the public to enjoy.
On Thursday 27 August, Bath Voice understands Bath and North Somerset Council’s planning committee will finally look over the revised plans – assuming the meeting is not put back due to the objections from opponents to another date. Below are some photos of the proposed stadium and of how it looks today.

Looking across to the Abbey from the Rec and the current East Stand in place

The most recent image from Bath Rugby showing the new layout. Note the wider riverside walk where a cafe/restaurant, club store and museum could be housed

This was an image of the River Avon side – of the original design – the roof to the stands was then altered to make it curved and lower

The alternative Colosseum design which was rejected by Bath Rugby

Illustration by The Friends of the Rec to show how the new design would encroach on the park cutting the area for cricket

Cricket pavilion at the other side of the Rec

Croquet is played on the Rec – this image is from the Jane Austen festival – attire is normally less formal!

This image from Bath Rugby gives a feel of the excitement of the game and the crowds in the back ground

A drawing from The Friends of The Rec showing as they believe the East Stand’s new position encroaching into the park

How the rugby pitch looked – many decades ago. Pic: Bath Rugby Heritage

Bath Rugby has a number of world famous players who have helped bring success and Kudos to the club – Finn Russell is one of their current stars

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