Weymouth FC has officially announced the acquisition of the land surrounding its stadium, marking a significant milestone for the club after an 18-year period of external ownership.
The deal places the property back under the club’s direct control, according to reports from Yahoo Sports.
Chairman Ralph Ricardo expressed satisfaction with the transaction, noting that the club now holds both the stadium and the surrounding acreage.
In a formal statement on the club website, Ricardo stated, “Today is a proud day for everyone who cares about the Terras.”
He added, “Many supporters will have assumed the club owned the surrounding land as well as the stadium. I’m proud to say the club now owns both.”
The land had previously been subject to various development proposals, including plans for housing that were ultimately rejected by local planning authorities.
Property firms had held options to acquire the site for years, but those efforts did not result in the construction of residential units or the relocation of the club to a former landfill site at Lodmoor.
With the land now secured, the club intends to install a full-size artificial pitch to serve the local community.
Ricardo emphasized that the new facility would foster deeper connections with local schools, teams, and community groups.
The club currently hosts its men’s and women’s teams at the Bob Lucas Stadium, and officials hope to expand usage to include youth squads and Bournemouth Women.
By increasing the frequency of events at the ground throughout the week, the club aims to generate consistent revenue to support future operations.
This development follows other recent organizational changes, such as the re-hiring of a commentator previously dismissed by the team.
The club, which maintains a digital presence at their official website, continues to explore additional sporting facility options to better serve the town.