Future of the Former Ponteland High School Playing Fields

Overview

Northumberland County Council and Ponteland United Football Club are seeking the views of residents, community groups, local organisations and stakeholders on proposals for the future of the former Ponteland High School Playing Fields. 

The site has historically provided valuable space for sport, recreation and community activity. Future proposals seek to retain the site as accessible community and recreational space while exploring opportunities to secure investment that could improve facilities, accessibility, safety, sustainability and the overall quality of the site for current and future users. 

Public Open Event to learn more about the project will held Saturday 14th November 2026 @ Ponteland Sports and Community Hub, Ponteland Community Primary School, Callerton Lane from 11.00am - 1.00pm 

Site Location

The map below shows the boundary of the former Ponteland High School Playing Fields that form part of the proposed project area.

Proposed Site Improvements

The site plan below provides an overview of the proposed improvements currently being considered for the site.

Why your views matter

As part of these proposals, Northumberland County Council is considering a Community Asset Transfer to Ponteland United Football Club as a mechanism to support the long-term management, maintenance and development of the site. The purpose of this consultation is to understand local views on: 

• The importance of retaining the site for community, sporting and recreational use. 

• Potential investment priorities for the site. 

• The principle of a Community Asset Transfer as a means of securing future investment and management. 

• Opportunities, benefits and concerns associated with the proposals. 

Your feedback will help inform future decision-making and ensure that any future plans reflect community priorities and needs.