Tottenham Hotspur received approval from City Hall to construct a new training ground for their women's team, involving development in Whitewebbs Park. The plan includes fencing off an area of the park to build an academy with 11 pitches and a clubhouse. Despite 296 objections concerning wildlife impact and community access, Enfield Council supported the proposal. A judicial review was initiated against the decision, which community group Guardians of Whitewebbs criticized, highlighting the ecological loss involved in the project. Spurs striker Bethany England praised the development as essential for competing at the highest levels in women's football.
We are devastated by the decision made by the Deputy Mayor, Jules Pipe, on behalf of the Mayor to allow Spurs to take over our precious public park. This will be a massive loss, both for nature and community.
A City Hall spokesperson said while the proposal represents inappropriate development on the green belt, very special circumstances have been demonstrated.
The plans had been described as a once-in-a-generation opportunity by Spurs striker Bethany England, insisting the facilities would allow the club to compete with the top women's teams.
Campaign group Guardians of Whitewebbs said they were devastated by the decision made by City Hall, stating it would be a massive loss for both nature and the community.
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