More photos emerge as AFC Bournemouth’s new stadium redevelopment plans gets set for approval later this week.
The Cherries, who have had quite the season, currently sitting 6th in the Premier League, have this week confirmed that the Vitality Stadium’s main planning application has been recommended for approval by the local planning authority with a planning committee date for final approval vote is set for this Friday (22nd May).
They have the smallest capacity in the top flight, 11,307, with an average attendance of 11,173. The second lowest is Brentford with 17,126 in a 17,250 capacity stadium.
Bournemouth have set out the new capacity to be around 20,200 once the the redevelopment is complete.
Bournemouth Echo have published more images of what the new development will look like, as have the club. You can also have a look at the fly-through video which was posted in July 2025…
𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 anything is possible pic.twitter.com/83xdEY2Gg2
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(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
A club statement published on Monday (18 May) read:
“AFC Bournemouth can confirm that plans for the redevelopment of Vitality Stadium have been recommended for approval by BCP Council, with a planning committee meeting date set for Friday 22nd May.
“The recommendation marks a significant milestone for the club, coming 14 months after first engaging with the BCP Planning Department regarding its proposals to enhance and modernise AFC Bournemouth’s home.
“Throughout the process, the club and its professional advisors have worked closely and constructively with officers from the BCP Planning Department to address all matters raised during consultation and assessment.
“The club has also been greatly encouraged by the backing shown by local residents, organisations, businesses and charities throughout the consultation process.
“The feedback and support has reinforced the importance of the stadium redevelopment not only for AFC Bournemouth, but for the wider community across the BCP area.
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
“In recommending the application for approval, the Council has recognised the substantial economic, social and environmental benefits the redevelopment will bring to the local area.
“The proposals are designed to secure the long-term future of top-flight football in Bournemouth while also delivering meaningful community and infrastructure improvements.
“As part of the application, AFC Bournemouth has agreed what represents the club’s biggest ever commitment to local infrastructure investment. The planning obligation package, worth in excess of £1,000,000, includes measures aimed at addressing parking pressures in surrounding residential streets, improving sustainable travel infrastructure and uptake, and improving Kings Park for the benefit of local communities and supporters alike.
“The proposed redevelopment comes at a pivotal moment, with the club enjoying its best ever season on the pitch and the exciting prospect of what can be achieved.
“Consequently, the opportunity to increase capacity and improve facilities is seen as crucial to supporting the continued growth and ambitions of AFC Bournemouth.”
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
Jim Frevola, President of Business Operations at AFC Bournemouth, commented: “Reaching this stage in the process is a hugely significant achievement for everyone connected with AFC Bournemouth.
“Over the past 14 months there has been an enormous amount of hard work, collaboration and positive engagement between the club, our advisors and BCP Council officers. We’re grateful for the cooperation and commitment shown throughout.
“This proposal represents a major investment not only in the future of AFC Bournemouth, but also in local infrastructure and the wider area around the stadium.
“We would like to thank BCP Council for their constructive approach in helping us reach this important milestone, and we now look forward to the upcoming planning committee meeting.”
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
(Image: AFC Bournemouth / Stadium Structures / Savills / Bournemouth Echo)
FAQs have been posted on the club website:
Q: What is the proposed new capacity of the stadium?
A: The stadium will expand from 11,286 to approximately 20,200 seats.
Q: Will you add more season tickets?
A: Yes! The main goal for the project is to more than double the amount of season tickets, adding thousands.
Q. How will you determine who is offered a season ticket?
A: A combination of data points will be utilised to determine the purchase priority for new season tickets. These data points will include prior purchase history, Cherries Points priority status, etc. Our intention is to ensure that every Maximum Point Holder will have a purchase opportunity. More details will be shared in the coming months.
Q: Will you be adding more hospitality?
A: The plan is to add approximately 9,000 total seats during both phases of renovation. 8,400 of these new seats will be General Admission. We will be adding a few new hospitality areas in the Main and East Stands encapsulating the remaining 600 seats.
Q: What changes are being made to the South Stand?
A: The existing South Stand will be demolished and replaced with a new grandstand accommodating around 7,000.
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