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Maidenhead United to Leave Historic 155-Year-Old Stadium
24 Jan
Summary
- Maidenhead United is preparing to leave its 155-year-old home, York Road.
- A new stadium is planned at Braywick Park, a mile from the current ground.
- The club aims to secure its future for the next 150 years with the move.
Maidenhead United is preparing to depart its historic York Road stadium, which has been its home for 155 years. The club is moving forward with plans to build a new facility at Braywick Park, approximately one mile from its current location. This significant transition aims to secure the club's long-term future.
The proposed new stadium at Braywick Park will feature a capacity of 5,000, an increase of 500 seats compared to York Road. The design emphasizes a smaller footprint and reduced visual impact. The club has engaged in ground design workshops, gathering community input for the new site.
Financially, Maidenhead United would acquire a 999-year lease for the new ground, with a payment of £2.5 million to the council. Recent substantial funds from player sales, including a £4 million windfall from Max Kilman's transfer in 2024, have provided a crucial window to pursue this stadium relocation.
Club chair Peter Griffin has emphasized the necessity of the move, stating that York Road is "just not fit for purpose." He believes the relocation to Braywick Park is "an absolutely brilliant move" for the club and a "fantastic opportunity" for the town to develop a central sports hub.
