The Gaelic Athletic Association has unveiled plans for a new stadium to be built on the Casement Park site in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
The stadium, which will have a capacity of 34,500, has been designed by the Populous architecture firm. The facility will also include an 8,500-capacity standing terraced area.
The GAA said that the mixed-use facility proposes a range of resources to “advance the economic, cultural and heritage opportunities” for locals.
The height, scale and capacity of the project are all smaller than previous designs. The release of the new plans followed an extensive consultation period, with the views of locals and wider stakeholders having been considered.
The proposal also sets out plans for various transport options, such as supporter coach travel and off-site park-and-ride facilities.
“Today’s design unveiling demonstrates Ulster GAA’s willingness to engage, listen and evolve our plans for a new Casement Park stadium,” Tom Daly, chairman of the Casement Park Project Board, said. "In the new scheme we have reduced the scale, mass, size and capacity of the stadium whilst at the same time creating a first-class atmosphere for GAA supporters through the bowl design and up-close spectator experience.
"We are also committed to delivering a travel culture change within the GAA with a sustainable transport strategy inclusive of coach travel, park and ride and integrated travel choices with ticket sales. This strategy is good for ease of access to and from the stadium, is cognisant of the needs and views of the local community and is good for the wider environment.
"The emerging design will be up to code and the Casement Park project team continues to work closely and positively with the Safety Technical Group (STG). We are looking forward to hearing from GAA supporters, the local community and all stakeholders on their thoughts on the design and community facilities throughout the consultation process.”
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