Following the end of the national restrictions, Chapel Gate will be reopening to community users on Wednesday 2nd December. While the sporting operation will remain very similar, the bar and catering offering will be adjusted to ensure we adhere to the…
Chapel Gate operations: 5th November – 3rd December 2020
In accordance with the latest government regulation and guidance around Covid-19, including the pause of community and grassroots sport, all non-educational sporting activities at Chapel Gate will be prohibited by law from Thursday 5 November until Thursday 3 December at…
Celebrating one year since BU purchased Chapel Gate
July 5 marks one year since Bournemouth University (BU) purchased the Chapel Gate site. As part of the purchase, BU committed to a plan of work to invest in the facilities at Chapel Gate and increase the quality and provision…
Phased reopening of Chapel Gate
Several sports have resumed at Chapel Gate as part of the phased reopening of the site. Archery, cricket, football and hockey have returned to the site, with rugby due to resume from 14th July. Bookings for these sports must be…
Capital works at Chapel Gate
We submitted planning applications for the resurfacing of hockey pitch 2, hockey and rugby floodlight replacements, and car park resurfacing at Chapel Gate a number of weeks ago. We have recently been advised by BCP Council that they have paused…
Grounds work and essential maintenance
Although all staff are working from home as much as possible, it has been agreed that Chapel Gate ground staff will continue to attend site to carry out essential grounds maintenance. They have nearly completed all seeding work, and will…
Sport England funding opportunities
Sport England has announced a £195m package to support the sport and physical activity sector through the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Available funding includes: A £20 million Community Emergency Fund, with grants of between £300 and £10,000 available for clubs and community organisations…
Chapel Gate update – March 2020
You can download the March 2020 edition of the Chapel Gate newsletter below. The newsletter highlights the work and improvements taking place at the Chapel Gate site, volunteering opportunities, new health and safety procedures, and the chance to find out…
Investment in facilities at Chapel Gate
BU Community Business is undertaking a range of capital works to enhance the quality and provision of the site.