‘This is the Point’, says cricket’s Old Trafford
‘This is the Point’, says cricket’s Old Trafford
The new £12m conference and events venue, The Point, was has been officially opened by Lancashire’s Freddie Flintoff and Robert Hough, Chairman of the Northwest Regional Development Agency.
Robert declared: ‘I feel privileged to be joining Freddie at a venue which is an important asset for the Northwest. Lancashire County Cricket Club is part of the region's sporting heritage and makes a significant social and economic impact.
The NWDA was keen to support the development, because it saw it as vital in securing the future of international cricket at the ground as well as helping to create ‘an internationally-significant visitor destination. Robert added: ‘The development will also help to lever in substantial private sector investment.
Lancashire’s Chief Executive Jim Cumbes said: ‘Over the past 14 months we have witnessed major building work, as stands were demolished to make way for the construction of this magnificent 1,000-seat hospitality and banqueting venue. Watching the cutting of the ribbon in front of a packed Old Trafford, and with a thousand guests enjoying the facilities in The Point, was a very emotional and proud day for all those who have been involved with the project.’
The club has recently received approval for a Phase Two development of the ground. Including the building of The Point, the total investment will be close to £50m.
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