Leyton Orient plans new stadium in East London

League One football club Leyton Orient has teamed up with architectural practice Populous for the design of its new stadium and multi-sport campus.

The club’s current Brisbane Road ground is deemed to be too small and confined for redevelopment and so a new site is being sought within the London Borough of Waltham Forest.

As well as providing a new home for the club’s men’s and women’s sides, the stadium would also host an American Football team playing in the European Football League.

The development will form part of a revitalised public hub, also including retail, hospitality, leisure facilities and an integrated infrastructure to support matchday and non-matchday activities.

Leyton Orient majority shareholder David Gandler said: “Appointing Populous is a major milestone and a clear statement of our ambition.

“We’re building a world-class, multi-sport campus that honours Leyton Orient’s heritage while creating a vibrant, affordable, technology-driven destination for our fans and our community. This will be a home that inspires not just for today, but for generations.”

Declan Sharkey, Senior Principal and Global Director at Populous, added: “Our vision is to design a unique stadium and mixed-use development that celebrates the club’s heritage. Together, we will create a new landmark for East London and beyond.”