Oxford United Secure New Stadium Planning Approval

Oxford United are delighted that our planning application for a new 16,000 capacity stadium on land north of the city has been approved by Cherwell District Council. The decision brings the Club’s vision to build a new permanent home one step closer to being delivered. The Council’s planning committee confirmed their decision earlier today at […]

A “Momentous Day” For Oxford United

Oxford United Chairman, Grant Ferguson, has described today’s Cherwell District Council planning meeting as a “momentous day” for the Club. The Council’s Planning Committee will convene this afternoon to determine the Club’s application to build a new 16,000-capacity stadium. This follows last week’s publication of a report by Cherwell District Council’s planning officers recommending the […]

Baroness Grey-Thompson & Level Playing Field Back New Stadium Plans

Former British Paralympian Tanni Baroness Grey-Thompson has backed Oxford United’s new stadium plans, stating they will set a “new benchmark” for inclusivity and accessibility. An 11-time wheelchair racing gold medallist and Crossbench Peer in the House of Lords, Baroness Grey-Thompson has acted as an adviser to the Club throughout the planning process. “The development of […]

Planning Date Set for Oxford United’s New Stadium

Oxford United can confirm that the Cherwell District Council committee meeting to determine our new stadium planning application will take place on Thursday 14 August.   The report by Cherwell’s Planning Team, which was published today and will be reviewed at Planning Committee, is recommending that Councillors approve our plans.   If the Planning Committee agree with […]

Oxford Bus Company Backs “Game-Changing” New Stadium Proposals

Oxfordshire’s largest bus operator has formally backed Oxford United’s new stadium, describing the Club’s plans as “game-changing”. In a letter to Cherwell District Council, Oxford Bus Company – part of the Go-Ahead Group – confirmed its support for plans to build a 16,000-capacity stadium and conference and events centre on land north of the city. […]

Oxford United Stadium Update

Oxford United are pleased that Natural England has now confirmed that the area to the south of the Club’s proposed new stadium, does not meet the definition of ancient woodland. This decision follows Natural England’s review of evidence submitted by the Club from independent specialists. Jonathon Clarke, Development Director at Oxford United, said: “We have […]

New Stadium Project “A Fantastic Addition” To Oxfordshire’s Economy

Europe’s leading independent hotel management firm has underlined the importance of Oxford United’s new stadium to the local economy. Cycas Hospitality, who will operate the venue’s 180-room Radisson hotel, said that alongside their commitment to partnering with local suppliers, the project will create up to 80 permanent jobs. Craig Patterson, Chief Development Officer for Cycas […]

EFL in the Community Outline Positive Impact Of New Stadiums

The English Football League’s charitable arm has hailed the significant positive impact of new stadiums, ahead of Oxford United’s planning committee meeting.  EFL in the Community outlined the key benefits football clubs and their facilities deliver to the community and local economy as it expressed support for the Club’s new stadium plans.  Debbie Cook, EFL […]

Oxford United Stadium Planning Application – Update

Oxford United can confirm that Cherwell District Council planning department are in the final stages of completing their report for the new stadium proposals. Following the latest review, the Club are continuing to work with the Council’s team with the aim of securing a positive recommendation for the development plans. Oxford United’s planning application will […]