Plans have been approved to develop a new community football stadium in Warwickshire.

Earlier this month, Councillors granted consent to purchase land off Europa Way to develop the new 5,000 capacity stadium for Leamington Football Club (FC).

As well as the approval, the local authority will undertake a detailed study on the delivery options and feasibility for a new sports and community hub, which could include a new primary school, community hall and medical centre.

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Enabling development is envisaged to help fund the community stadium, which could also include a new hotel, pub, convenience store, other local shops and some housing.

As well as the new stadium, features include developing a new 3G artificial pitch, conference facilities, a gym, bar, café and community facilities on land adjacent to Europa Way and Gallows Hill.

Leamington FC's Chairman, Jim Scott said: "A new stadium with improved access and facilities will help us fulfil our aspirations to move into higher leagues. It will also allow us to develop and expand our presence in the community through our programme of football related activities. This will give more people the opportunity to get involved, be it as a player, spectator or user of the facilities."

Cllr Peter Phillips added: "This very exciting proposal not only has the potential to create much needed housing, but could also bring great benefits to the community."

(LM/MH)