Construction of the Hillsborough multi-activity hub to commence

Update from Courtside at Hillsborough

Having had planning permission for the Hillsborough hub in Hillsborough Park unanimously granted back in April 2024, and appointing a local construction company, JBP construction, in June 2024, we are now ready to begin work on site. We plan to commence the build in early August 2024 with a view to complete in winter 2024.

The approved plans for the development include a community café with indoor and outdoor seating, public access toilets, indoor activity space, 3x full-size tennis courts, 2x covered padel courts and a mix of other outdoor recreational facilities including netball, 3x3 basketball and football. New LED court lighting will encourage year-round play. These developments will not only improve community facilities, with the help of park landscaping improvements, our plans will achieve a biodiversity net gain of 540% at Hillsborough Park.

We know that change is not always easy, but it brings new opportunities. We also know that we have done all we can to consider the needs of different people, young and old, able-bodied and disabled, active and inactive, designing facilities fit for the future while preserving the heritage of Hillsborough Park. Despite the short-term inconvenience that is inevitable during the construction phase, by upgrading the existing facilities we will better be able to welcome and support the people of Hillsborough.

During the build, the park and many of its facilities will be open as usual. We hope you’re as excited about the improvements being made to Hillsborough Park as we are, and we look forward to welcoming you upon completion.

Isobel Wells

Contract manager
Courtside