EEE Group

Tottenham Hotspur FC Dividing Football Pitch

Tottenham Hotspur FC Dividing Football Pitch

Moving Architecture

About project

ARX engineered a world-first solution that splits the real grass Premier League pitch into three sections before rolling it away into a storage area beneath the South Stand. The 10,000-tonne pitch takes just 25 minutes to retract.

In addition, the entire touchline, pitch surround and player tunnel ramps rise and fall through a height of 1.65m to meet the different levels of the grass and synthetic playing surfaces.

Features of Project

World-first retractable pitch system consisting of three massive natural-grass trays that divide and retract to enable true multi-use stadium functionality.
Rapid transformation capability, with the full pitch conversion completed in approximately 25 minutes, allowing seamless switching between football, NFL, and major events.
Heavy-duty engineering at unprecedented scale, involving over 10,000 tonnes of moving structure powered by electric motors, hydraulic jacks, and custom steel wheels.
Precision-controlled movement systems, using electric motors for longitudinal motion and hydraulics for lateral movement, flaps, and pitch surround adjustments.
Fully integrated stadium infrastructure, including irrigation, drainage, heating, grow lighting systems, player tunnels, pitch surrounds, and retractable seating access.
esigned for long-term reliability and safety, featuring PLC-controlled operations, extensive testing, and a projected 25-year operational lifespan.

Working Process

01
Step

Design & Planning

We study project requirements and create a tailored elevator solution that fits the building’s needs.
02
Step

Engineering & Fabrication

Our team prepares the technical designs and oversees the manufacturing of all components to ensure quality.
03
Step

Installation & Testing

Certified engineers install the system and perform full safety and performance testing.
04
Step

Handover & Maintenance

We hand over the completed system and provide ongoing after-sales and maintenance services for long-term reliability.

Project Information

Project Name

Tottenham Hotspur FC Dividing Football Pitch

Project Type

Retractable Dividing Football Pitch

Category

ARX

Location

United KIngdom