Forthbank Stadium set to receive £200k revamp in effort to improve match day experience

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Almost £200,000 is being invested in Forthbank Stadium – home of Stirling Albion.In a statement released this week, the club – which was promoted to play in League One this season – said it wanted to update supporters on works being done to improve the venue and the match day experience.And it outlined the outcome of talks which had taken place with Active Stirling on the plans.A Binos spokesperson said: “The stadium has seen under-investment for some years and with the step up to League One with increased crowds it was imperative we improved the facilities.“We have been in discussions with our partners and landlords, Active Stirling, for some months now and are happy to announce we have agreed a programme of works which will see an investment of almost £200k in the stadium, the vast majority of which is coming from Active Stirling.“Some stadium improvement works have already been completed.“Both the north and south terracing had fallen into disrepair, were not fit for purpose and were unsafe.

The necessary money has been spent and works have taken place to make the south terracing operational. It will be open for the Viaplay Cup match against Aberdeen, where we took the decision to give it to the away support given its size.“We are pleased to announce that our fans will have access to the south terracing from the Saturday, August 26, match against Kelty Hearts.“Discussions are continuing with Active Stirling to bring the north terracing into operation and we hope to update you further on that soon.“In the east stand, extensive works have taken place to install hot water and electrics and create a new food servery so the east stand can provide full facilities and be utilised properly.“Active Stirling have committed