The Brickfields
Brickfields Recreation Ground is a
Following Albion's relegation to the National League 1 in 2015, the North stand of the rugby stadium which read "PARFC" in white seats, was demolished, and attendances dropped down to roughly 1,000 per match.[5] although attendances have risen to almost 3,000 in occasional games.[6] Albion have two marquee tents next to the East and South stands that they hire out as a venue for receptions.[7]
Facilities
Since 1915, the site has been a recreation ground, primarily used for rugby union. The site is home to a gym complex, which is built into the back of the West stand.[8]
Other facilities on the site include:[9]
- An hockeypitch
- Three grass football pitches
- One grass rugbypitch
- Athletics facilities
- Pétanque facilities
- A generic sports hall
- An exercise studio
Redevelopment
In March 2023, it was announced that a consortium of Plymouth-based stakeholders would come together to fund a £21 million redevelopment of Brickfields to see the entire site redeveloped and provide a range of new community and sports facilities. This will include new grass and all-weather 3G pitches, new buildings to house classrooms, and improved parking facilities. The redeveloped facility will also provide a new permanent home for
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- ^ "BBC SPORT | Rugby Union | Plymouth Albion 14-41 Exeter". The Plymouth Herald. 28 January 2017. Retrieved 7 February 2017.
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- ^ "The Brickfields are more than just a rugby venue". Plymouth Albion. Retrieved 7 February 2017.
- ^ "Brickfields Sports Centre". Everyone Active. Retrieved 7 February 2017.
- ^ "Brickfields Sports Centre and Recreation Ground". Plymouth City Council. Retrieved 7 February 2017.
- ^ "Multi-million pound plans for Brickfields going on public display". The Plymouth Herald. 11 September 2023. Retrieved 12 January 2024.
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