ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Wasps announce plans to restart club in a new location in Kent

BY Jack Tunney  ·  Monday Oct 23, 2023

Wasps have announced in a statement that the club is looking to build a new stadium as they aim to return to rugby in Kent. The statement says that they are, “actively engaged with Sevenoaks District Council to identify a suitable location”.

ADVERTISEMENT

It continues to say, “Having faced significant challenges with regulation and funding, the club has persisted with its determination to revive Wasps at the highest possible level.”

They go on to say that the club has also “agreed an option of utilising Worcester Warriors’ Sixways ground for both training and playing purposes, without in anyway replacing Worcester Warriors RFC and indeed committed to assisting their return to competitive rugby.

“The journey of Wasps has been one of passion, resilience, and commitment to the game. Our determination to secure a new, sustainable future for the club has never been stronger. By working with Sevenoaks District Council, we hope to build a long-lasting legacy that acknowledges our storied past and charts an ambitious future.”

A spokesperson from the Sevenoaks District Council mentioned that Wasps are exploring the possibility of constructing a versatile stadium, training amenities, and a hotel in the vicinity of Swanley. The spokesperson added that the general public would have an opportunity to express their opinions on these plans during the council’s upcoming consultation regarding its local plan, scheduled for next month.

“As a former top-tier club, with an international profile, we firmly believe this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity,” 

“Wasps would bring unparalleled economic, sports development, health, education, and skills benefits to the district and we are keen to explore how that could be achieved.”

ADVERTISEMENT

There are no firm confirmations as to which league Wasps would rejoin the rugby pyramid, but if they are forced to play in the bottom league in Kent, it would mean starting in the 11th-tier Counties 5 Kent division.

Related Articles

  • 56 WEEKS AGO

    WATCH: Bielle-Biarrey & Penaud stunning long-range...

  • 56 WEEKS AGO

    Springbok star leaves Ulster Rugby following...

  • 56 WEEKS AGO

    Jonny Gray to exit Exeter Chiefs with immediate...



ADVERTISEMENT

Great Tries

  • 9 WEEKS AGO

    The Gallagher Premiership is back - A thrilling match at Tottenham

  • 13 WEEKS AGO

    Sensational score at the Stadio Olympico

  • 19 WEEKS AGO

    Flying frenchman scores tremendous try for Toulon

  • 19 WEEKS AGO

    Young England hopeful continues to impress with double against Stade Français

  • 20 WEEKS AGO

    Full throttle Premiership final rematch ends in heartache

View All

Big Hits & Dirty Play

  • 26 WEEKS AGO

    Wallabies wunderkind Sua'ali' and Scotland captain Tuipulotu clash

  • 27 WEEKS AGO

    Ireland 'steal' Argentina's opening try as debate rages

  • 28 WEEKS AGO

    WATCH: The biggest hit from week one of the Autumn Nations Series

  • 32 WEEKS AGO

    'Cheap shot' from Leicester Tigers vs Northampton Saints causing a stir online

  • 32 WEEKS AGO

    Wild moment leads to all in brawl during Welsh derby between Cardiff and Scarlets

View All

See It To Believe It

  • 14 WEEKS AGO

    'A few nuts and bolts out' - Eden Park streaker sheds boxers to achieve goal

  • 17 WEEKS AGO

    SHOCK results in the PWR keeps top four race thrilling

  • 20 WEEKS AGO

    Santiago Carreras scores a blinder in front of thrilled Kingsholm crowd

  • 21 WEEKS AGO

    Fans in awe as Kildunne finishes off STUNNING team try

  • 24 WEEKS AGO

    Supporters can't believe Saracens Sharp's UNBELIEVABLE finish

View All

Funnies

  • 14 WEEKS AGO

    'A few nuts and bolts out' - Eden Park streaker sheds boxers to achieve goal

  • 20 WEEKS AGO

    Nightmare blunder from Exeter winger as try goes wanting

  • 22 WEEKS AGO

    'A dog with a mallet up its arse could’ve written Johnny’s book' Donnacha O'Callaghan

  • 23 WEEKS AGO

    ‘The knee slide was too much’ - Ben Earl reflects on THAT viral moment

  • 23 WEEKS AGO

    U.S. Army Special Operations Sergeant Major makes big claim about rugby

View All

Amateur

  • 20 WEEKS AGO

    Nightmare blunder from Exeter winger as try goes wanting

  • 20 WEEKS AGO

    Santiago Carreras scores a blinder in front of thrilled Kingsholm crowd

  • 123 WEEKS AGO

    You Won’t See Many Better Than This Silky-Smooth Try From Llandovery RFC

  • 124 WEEKS AGO

    Incredible Scenes As Caldy RFC Hand Ealing First Championship Defeat Of The Season

  • 147 WEEKS AGO

    Dubious Score Decides Result Of Rugby's Biggest Schools Fixture

View All

Player Features

  • 15 WEEKS AGO

    The Capuozzo try that jump-started Italy's victory

  • 21 WEEKS AGO

    RugbyDump's top five backrows in 2024

  • 23 WEEKS AGO

    ‘The knee slide was too much’ - Ben Earl reflects on THAT viral moment

  • 23 WEEKS AGO

    Marcus Smith makes big call on his future

  • 26 WEEKS AGO

    'Eligible for England' - Fans react to South African star's contract announcement

View All