Brighton & Hove Albion has confirmed plans for the UK and Europe’s first purpose-built women’s football stadium. It will be one of only three such stadiums in the world, putting the club at the forefront of the women’s game globally.
The stadium specifically ‘built for her’ will provide bespoke facilities for Brighton’s women’s team, its staff and the club’s supporters. It represents a major milestone in the club’s 2030 vision and underlines the board’s intent and belief in the women’s and girls’ game, supported once again by the unstinting backing of owner Tony Bloom.
Work has begun on a planning application for the new women’s stadium located at Bennett’s Field, a site strategically acquired during 2025. The location is immediately adjacent to the American Express Stadium, enabling strong operational and fan experience links between the two venues with the opportunity for the club to use a range of its facilities across both men’s and women’s match days.
The new women’s stadium has been designed with a minimum capacity of 10,000 and will be physically connected to the Amex via a new bridge link. The sloping nature of Bennett’s Field will allow the stadium to accommodate underground parking facilities, while still providing level access for spectators.
The club’s ambition is for the stadium to open no later than the 2030/31 season, subject to planning approvals which will be sought through the neighbouring authorities of Brighton and Hove City Council and Lewes District Council.
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