Work on the new Falmer Stadium design started ten years ago. Planning consent was finally secured in July 2007 after two public planning Inquiries. The Stadium scheme has been designed by London Sports Architects KSS Design Group and works will commence on site in December 2008 with completion in May 2011. The Stadium has been designed to interact with the surrounding natural landscape on the edge of the Sussex Downs. The impressive curved arch roof reflects the shape of the rolling countryside and will be clad with clear pale blue polycarbonate sheeting. The completed Stadium is expected to nestle like a jewel within the surrounding landscape.

BHAFC Club Chairman Dick Knight said that Brighton’s loyal fans would be thrilled with the quality of their new Stadium. “The Club found itself homeless in 1997 after the previous owner sold the Goldstone Ground for retail development. It’s been a long haul but we are truly delighted that the dream of building the Community Stadium is at last going to become a reality” said Mr. Knight.

Chief Executive Martin Perry said the Board was pleased to have awarded the contract to Buckingham Group. “All the contractors underwent a rigorous competitive tender process – but it was Buckingham who convinced us that they are the best team for the job”.