Athletics stadium to be officially opened this evening (From Enfield Independent)
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Queen Elizibeth II Stadium to be officially opened this evening
5:26pm Thursday 13th September 2012 in News By Bruce Thain
An athletics stadium which has undergone an extensive refurbishment will be officially opened this evening.
Young athletes inspired by team GB’s Olympic success will be able to use the improved facilities at the Queen Elizibeth II Stadium, in Donkey Lane.
The stadium recently underwent a multi-million pound refurbishment and has new six lane track, two long triple jump pits, high jump and shot put areas and improved changing facilities.
The centre is also the new home of Enfield Town Football Club and will also be avalible for use by schools and athletics clubs.
Also thanks to a £3,900 Enfield Residents Priority Fund grant, the stadium will be open to members of the public on Saturday and Sunday mornings and Monday evenings.
The stadium will be opened by Olympic athlete Margaret Adeoye.