Derby County have kicked off a major infrastructure improvement phase at their home ground Pride Park Stadium ahead of the 2025-26 season. The works span multiple areas of the club’s facilities, signalling a clear commitment to upgrading the matchday experience and the club’s physical footprint.
Central to the renovations is a full rebuild of the playing surface. The hybrid SISGRASS pitch, originally installed in 2016, has reached the end of its lifecycle. Over the close season, the club has removed the existing turf and fibres and begun installation of a completely new pitch structure — including a new sprinkler system and artificial edging — before re-stitching in the SISGRASS fibres and allowing for appropriate growth ahead of the new campaign.
Beyond the pitch, Derby County have also refreshed key infrastructure: the home changing room has been refurbished with modern pods and improved lighting; the stadium’s exterior façade, especially the Toyota West Stand and central areas, has been repainted and adorned with new club artwork reflecting its heritage; seating frames and individual seats in selected sections have been replaced; and entry systems at turnstiles have been upgraded to new reader technology to streamline access for fans.
These enhancements underscore the club’s desire to modernise without losing the identity and community-spirit that define “the Rams”. While no large stand-by-stand expansion has been publicly confirmed at this stage, the scale of the works suggests a foundation being laid for future redevelopment. With the start of the new campaign looming, Derby County are positioning Pride Park to meet both current demands and the ambitions of tomorrow.
