Leeds United unveil concepts of enhanced Elland Road Stadium

Leeds United Football Club has announced the release of proposed designs aimed at enhancing Elland Road stadium, a move anticipated since the initial plans detailed in September 2024.

The recent endorsement from Leeds City Council’s Executive Board, which unanimously supported the proposed regeneration vision, sets the stage for further discussions.

The council will be reviewing the pre-application for the stadium’s modernisation during a Plans Panel meeting scheduled for Thursday, 8th May 2025.

The ambitious plan seeks to elevate the stadium’s capacity from its current tally of 37,645 to a potential maximum of 56,500, with ongoing designs suggesting a final capacity of approximately 53,000.

The proposed enhancement marks an evolution of the significant characteristics that define Elland Road, focusing on the revitalisation of the West and North Stands, along with improvements to the South Stand.

These upgrades are designed to better accommodate general admission and hospitality needs, in response to a growing demand spurred by the 26,000 supporters currently on the club’s season ticket waiting list.

In a bid to involve fans and the local community in the development process, the club will host a public exhibition at the Centenary Pavilion at Elland Road.

This exhibition will take place over two days: Thursday, 22nd May 2025 and Friday, 23rd May 2025.

Additionally, the community is invited to participate in two consultation events as part of a roadshow aimed at gathering input from local stakeholders:

• The Holbeck Club
  – Tuesday, 13th May 2025 (5pm-8pm)
• The Dragon Pub
  – Monday, 19th May 2025 (5pm – 8pm)

The public exhibition at The Centenary Pavilion, Elland Road, will be arranged as follows:

• Thursday, 22nd May 2025
  – 11am-12pm BSL and Quiet Session
  – 12pm-8pm
• Friday, 23rd May 2025
  – 2pm-8pm

Through this initiative, Leeds United aims to ensure that the voices of fans and the community are heard, aligning the future of Elland Road with the aspirations of its supporters.

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