The Linford Christie Stadium running track in Hammersmith and Fulham is set to receive a significant boost with a £20,000 funding increase for its upgrade. The decision was made by the Wormwood Scrubs Charitable Trust Committee during their meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as detailed in the Public reports pack.
The additional funds will contribute to the ongoing athletics track improvement scheme at the stadium. The committee's approval follows a refinement of the phase three programme, which has prioritised essential elements such as the 400m track, floodlighting, and base repairs. These specific improvements are part of a revised scheme that aims to address an initial budget shortfall. Phase three of the Linford Christie Stadium programme had been refined after initial tenders came back £230,000 over budget. The revised scheme, prioritising the 400m track, floodlighting, and base repairs, has reduced this shortfall to £128,000. This remaining amount will be met through contributions from LBHF S106/CIL, the LBHF Sports and Leisure department, and the Wormwood Scrubs Charitable Trust over the 2025/26 and 2026/27 financial years.
Beyond the essential track repairs and floodlighting upgrades, the meeting information also indicates broader plans for the Linford Christie Stadium. The proposed expenditure budget for 2026/27 includes provisions for LCS Athletics infrastructure improvements,
the LCS cafe,
and the LCS Dog exercise area,
suggesting a wider scope of facility enhancements beyond the running track itself.
Further details on the committee's decisions and reports can be found in the WSCT Managers Report and the Final WSCT Minutes.
