Rutland 3G pitch | Capital Case Study
Capital Works
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The Rutland Sports Park in Ilkeston has undergone a major transformation with the installation of a cutting edge 3G pitch. This ambitious project, initiated in July 2024 and completed in just 3 months to coincide with the new football season, marks a significant upgrade from the previous sand based surface. A fully FIFA compliant, modern facility was designed, procured and delivered by PPM in collaboration with Parkwood Leisure and Erewash Borough Council. Officially opened by the Mayor of Erewash, Kate Fennelly, the project is a testament to Parkwoods commitment to providing state of the art leisure facilities for centre users and local communities.
CHALLENGES ADDRESSED
- Historic Drainage & Flooding Issues: Comprehensive surveys identified areas of concern, enabling targeted remedial works to improve drainage.
- Sub-Base Repairs: The pitches subsurface required levelling and strengthening to ensure durability and optimal performance.
- Modernising Infrastructure: Replacement of outdated fencing and surfacing to align with FIFA standards.
BENEFITS TO THE COMMUNITY
This project by Parkwood aligns with Erewash Borough Council’s vision of enhancing community well-being through improved leisure facilities
AT A GLANCE
Total Project Cost: £450,000
Timeframe: 3 months – Summer 2024
Funding: Local Authority and Government funded
Sustainability: Installation of LED floodlighting to reduce energy consumption, recycled rubber crumb
Other Upgrades: Shockpad replacement, upgraded fencing, divider nets, multi use games area including racket sports.
Glen Hall, Managing Director of Parkwood Project Management says:
“We aim to emphasize the pitch’s potential to provide a better range of activities, and cater to a broader spectrum of sports
enthusiasts
Project Details
Location
Rutland
Client
Erewash Council
Local Authority and Government funded
£450,000
