Craven Park consultation launched by Hull KR
Sports facilities, retail and improved parking could be brought to the area around the Super League rugby club’s stadium as plans are firmed up.
Hull KR revealed its ambitions to develop the land around Sewell Group Craven Park last year, putting the promotion of health and wellbeing across East Hull and the wider city at the heart of the project.
If greenlit by Hull City Council, the proposals would see significant investment into sport and leisure facilities, with the development of three training pitches, with one available for public use; new outdoor sporting facilities and the rejuvenation of the Waudby Centre.
Proposals would also bring forward two large-scale retail stores, in addition to the development of a retail terrace, open public spaces, and car parking facilities to support the masterplan.
In January, Place Yorkshire reported that terms had been agreed for the two main retail plots, which combined account for six of the development area’s 15 acres.
The professional team is led by architect Corstorphine & Wright and also includes Warwick Smither Consulting, planner DPP, cost consultant Ridge, and highways advisor LTP.
Some initial future enhancements to the Sewell Group Craven Park stadium itself have also been outlined within the plans.
The club and its professional team will host a drop-in event at the Waudby Centre on Thursday 20 March from 2pm to 7pm, while an online process is open and will run until 28 March.
Paul Lakin, chief executive at Hull KR, said: “As an ambitious Club, dedicated to the fans and the city we represent, we are incredibly proud to share our vision for the masterplan with the public – which could mean big opportunities for communities and for people’s lives within the city, and for the Club itself.
“This scheme aims to significantly enhance the stadium footprint and turn us into an impressive sporting campus in East Hull. These proposals will set a legacy, long beyond the current custodian’s ownership – securing the future of our Club, bettering our City and opening up fantastic opportunities for local young people – providing the right investment and infrastructure to help them to lead happier and healthier lives.
“We invite everyone to have their say on the plans, and make help to secure the best possible outcomes for communities across East Hull and beyond.”
Hull KR secured an option to buy the development site from the city council in 2022.
