Crystal Palace sports centre to undergo £130M renovation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:17 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Bromley Council has approved a £130 million renovation of the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, set to start soon. This overhaul will upgrade the athletics stadium, indoor arena, and swimming facilities. The plans aim to reinstate the site as a key location for UK athletics after the Diamond League left in 2012. Local MP Liam Conlon advocates for the return of high-level competitions and greater para-sport accessibility. Completion of the renovation is expected by 2028, amidst mixed community responses with both support and concerns over specific sports being affected.
- •Renovation plans include a new 25,000-seat athletics stadium.
- •Olympic-sized swimming pool and diving facilities expected to reopen.
- •Project aims to enhance community sports access and facilities.
- •Local MP Liam Conlon emphasizes its significance for future athletes.
- •Completion of the project is anticipated by 2028.
- 8:17 AMYahoo Sports — Green light for Crystal Palace sports centre refurb
"The centre will undergo a £130M revamp after plans were approved by Bromley Council.
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