Chelsea owners aim to erect two eight-foot lion sculptures outside Stamford Bridge
A number of cosmetic upgrades have been made to areas in and around the stadium since last summer’s Todd Boehly/Clearlake Capital takeover last summer.
And now an application has been submitted to Hammersmith & Fulham Council for permission to erect one of the lion sculptures, as displayed on Chelsea’s badge, on top of the security hut at the Britannia Gate and the other on a plinth at the Stamford Gate.
A period of consultation is now under way which is open until next month with planning documents stating the new additions to Stamford Bridge’s surroundings could be in place during November if permission is granted.
Explaining the project in the application, Chelsea said: ‘Chelsea FC changed ownership in May 2022 and its new owners have made a commitment to upgrading the Stadium’s facilities and appearance to positively transform the visitor experience.
Consistent with this approach, this application proposes to install sculptures at the Britannia and Stamford Gates, which will refresh the appearance of the Stadium’s entrances and draw upon the Club’s long history with an innovative artistic design.
According to the application, they will be up to eight feet tall, on top of their planned locations. The exact cost of the scheme is unconfirmed.
Chelsea owners aim to erect two eight-foot lion sculptures outside Stamford Bridge
