Brandon Update

[Dave Jones]

 

BringBeesBackToCoventry

 

@KeepBeesOnTrack

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UPDATE… A massive THANK YOU as we have already exceeded the 1,530 responses for last year’s local consultation. We want as many as possible by March 6 to finalise our response. Please e-mail info@savecoventryspeedway.com quoting your name, address and support for policy W1B.

[Triple.H.]

Wednesday 1st April 

Oxford Cheetahs vs Coventry Bees challenge match.

 

[Dave Jones]

Latest news

https://www.savecoventryspeedway.com/news.php?extend.4315

https://www.savecoventryspeedway.com/news.php?extend.4316

Edited March 17 by Dave Jones

[heathen52]

19/06/2026
I am writing on behalf of Brandon Estates to update you on our revised plans for the
redevelopment of Brandon Stadium, located between Brandon and Binley Woods. As a
neighbour to the site, we want to ensure you are fully informed about the proposals and have
the opportunity to share any views or questions.

Our vision is to transform the stadium site into a family-friendly residential neighbourhood with
high-quality landscaping and screening to protect local amenity. The plans also include new
public open spaces and the creation of a speedway track, providing opportunities for leisure
and recreation.

The stadium has been closed since 2016, following the end of speedway racing. Since then, the
site has deteriorated significantly, and speedway cannot return without major investment. Our
aim is to secure a positive, sustainable future for the site-one that respects its heritage while
addressing current local needs.

Our outline proposals include new homes, landscaping, parking for residents and visitors, and
the potential for a speedway track. Outline planning consent would establish the principle of
development, with further detailed proposals to follow if consent is granted.

Given the site's proximity to many local homes, we are keen to speak with residents and hear
any comments or questions you may have. Your feedback is important to us as we shape plans
that bring benefits to the wider community.

Our proposals include:

· Up to 104 new homes in a mix of sizes and tenures, including 20% affordable homes to
help meet local housing needs.

· A new purpose-built speedway track capable of hosting racing in a controlled and
managed environment.

· Onsite parking designed to meet the needs of both residents and speedway spectators.

· New tree and hedgerow planting to deliver biodiversity net gain and integrate the
development sensitively within the landscape.

· A new local park and public open space for community use.

hese proposals would transform the site into a welcoming residential neighbourhood, create
ew public open spaces, provide opportunities for leisure and recreation, and support local
bs.

Ve are committed to long-term ownership and responsible maintenance of the site. Our
pproach prioritises the coexistence of existing residents, future residents, and a speedway
ack, ensuring everyday life can continue without unnecessary disruption.

[rocket007]

Why only a proposal for a possible Speedway site. Why not build the Speedway Stadium first, then do the landscaping and play areas, finally build the homes.

[IainB]

Sounds like a Swindon swiz to me... promise a track, get the stadium knocked down then pull the rug leaving Speedway high and dry!

[frigbo]

2 hours ago, IainB said:

Sounds like a Swindon swiz to me... promise a track, get the stadium knocked down then pull the rug leaving Speedway high and dry!

It's the same Planning Organisation involved (DPP Planning), so the similarity with the Swindon situation is as plain as day.

[The White Knight]

2 hours ago, IainB said:

Sounds like a Swindon swiz to me... promise a track, get the stadium knocked down then pull the rug leaving Speedway high and dry!

Never a truer word said.

Up the 'Bees'.

How can you trust these people. Their past history says it all.

[DaveWayne]

It's very reminiscent of what was done at Long Eaton as well. The 'save the stadium' campaign was strong, but obviously with speedway fans being more regionalised and stock car fans following drivers rather than locations, the speedway side was far stronger.

When the developers were not making any progress, they came up with a new plan which would rotate the track through 90 degrees, freeing up land that could be developed for industrial purposes. This development would generate the funds for the new track.

Of course, this was never going to happen, but unfortunately the leaders of the campaign group were speedway fans and they bought the lies. Obviously, without pit space there was never going to be any stock cars there again, so a wedge was immediately driven between the two factions as the stock car fans felt like they were being sold out.

This 'new speedway track' at Brandon will have exactly the same effect on the campaign groups at Coventry if the speedway side show any signs of weakness towards it. There is no way that a new stadium could survive purely on income from speedway and the developers know this.

[IainB]

Now the gypos are in again!

Edited 23 hours ago by IainB

[Toady]

At least it’s being used for housing😀

[Whitelinehugger]

It’s never gonna get back to Speedway

[R87]

Yet again these deluded idiots think they have a chance.  What does is take to get through to them?  ITS NOT VIABLE.