Chelsea Football Club commissioned Plowman Craven to provide a detailed area measurement report for both the existing Stamford Bridge stadium and a proposed new 60,000-seat stadium designed by Herzog & de Meuron. With the club seeking to rebuild its historic ground to remain competitive with other Premier League stadia, precise measurement data was required to support planning and CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) calculations.
The project required a full breakdown of internal and ancillary areas across a complex, multi-building stadium environment. Every space needed to be recorded and classified to support planning assessments, operational analysis and financial modelling.
Key requirements included:
The scope covered both the existing Stamford Bridge stadium and the proposed new development, ensuring a consistent and fully verified dataset for comparison and planning purposes.
To meet the programme and accuracy demands, Plowman Craven adopted a hybrid survey methodology combining detailed CAD analysis with selective site verification.
Approach and delivery:
This structured approach enabled rapid delivery without compromising precision or project momentum.
The survey enabled Chelsea FC to move forward with redevelopment planning backed by accurate and fully validated space data.
“Plowman Craven’s approach allowed us to rethink what was possible at Bishopsgate Goodsyard. Their ability to safely capture data from complex and previously inaccessible areas was instrumental in supporting our upcycling strategy. It’s enabled us to move forward with a clearer understanding of what we can retain and enhance.”
