New Everton Stadium

[JimEFC]

It's 2.5 miles from WHP and 3.5 from Goodison. But going further out obviously - can see it being a big sticking point that it's only just in Liverpool

 

[Stutheblue]

Green Party has suggested earlier last month that Stonebridge Cross should be new location for Evertons new stadium. Obviously in fear of losing park areas.

I think Stonebridge Cross wouldn't be a good choice. Whilst there's plenty of land by the looks of it, it's a move to the outer ring of the City. Technically in the City (so better than Destination Kirkby) but pushing the boundary. And, it's a big step away from our roots of L4. For me we need to stay in L4 or actually move closer to the City Centre/the Waterfront. Just my preference.

 

[The_La]

Ah sorry youre right...


What do you think about SC

I think we need a new stadium and have to be prepared to compromise.
This one seems to tick a lot of boxes from the EFC end and - importantly - the Council end.
But a heck of a long way to go. I think Everton have done some work already relating to SC - but ultimately need to show that they can afford it in order to get it moving forward. That's where WHP has fallen down, essentially.

 

[mythbuster]

A bit off topic, but I find the following vid utterly superb. I'm trying to bribe my nephew to 'redevelop' it for me.....



Hats off to whoever took all that time to build that.

 

[Chang Elephant]

Stonebridge cross gets a large bucket of poo from me. Would marginalise/cheapen the club.

 

[D410]

I wonder if the new shareholder will outsource the entire project management and put it in the hands of outside professionals.
One hopes.

 

[Toffeeslam]

I take it Stanley Park is off the table ??

 

[Bazlar]

I would be gutted if it was SC. I don't see much difference with DK. Yes there are links to motorways but thst would take away the whole matchday experience for me. It wouldn't be the same without a few bevs before and after which would seriously make me consider packing it in

 

[royalblue66]

The Loop was being mentioned a few years back. ?

 

[TheFinnFan]

I think we need a new stadium and have to be prepared to compromise.
This one seems to tick a lot of boxes from the EFC end and - importantly - the Council end.
But a heck of a long way to go. I think Everton have done some work already relating to SC - but ultimately need to show that they can afford it in order to get it moving forward. That's where WHP has fallen down, essentially.

What possible benefits you could see in SC

 

[The_La]

Cheap/free land.
No planning issues
Decent transport links via motorway
Area regeneration

 

[D410]

Location, location, location.

I think they will struggle to get fan support for Stonebridge Cross even if it is a fantastic design within a well thought through mixed development including other bars, restaurants etc. and additional public transport.

It is just another out-of-town brownfield with none of the community of GP and none of the story. It's enough to make your heart go 'meh'.

Having said that, it is potentially a very practical location for a major construction project and that does matter for speed and cost of delivery.

Exactly mate. Imagine being stopped on the Liverpool Rivera to give directions to Stonebridge Cross - It,s a non starter.
Keep it safe...Keep it on the waterfront.

 

[The_La]

I should say - I'm not in favour of SC - just telling you what I've been told and guessing why it could be an attractive site.

 

[TheFinnFan]

Cheap/free land.
No planning issues
Decent transport links via motorway
Area regeneration

So there would defo be pubs too....yerssss

 

[Fresh Prince of Belle Val]

No it's not it's miles away.

It's really not, it's the nearest area to Kirkby. Just across the motorway. Walking distance.