Case Study · Plymouth, Devon
The Hub at Plymouth Argyle FC
How Plymouth Argyle Community Trust partnered with us to build a 20-seat esports arena inside a busy community sports hub.
The Vision
A High-Performance Arena in a Community Space
The Hub at Foulston Park is part of a major redevelopment of the former Brickfields Sports Centre, designed as a centre for local wellbeing with soft play, gyms and community facilities under one roof.
Plymouth Argyle Community Trust wanted more than a gaming room. The arena needed to feel friendly, safe and welcoming for families while still supporting serious academic courses, and it became only the second full esports arena inside a football club in the UK.
The Build
Making the Most of the Space
As community spaces need to be versatile, we worked alongside Strategic Esports Group and structural engineering sponsor Babcock to deliver a turnkey arena that makes the most of the available space without compromising on performance.
We designed and installed 20 high-spec gaming stations and handled the hardware supply and sponsorship, so The Hub could offer professional-grade play from the first day, whether for casual pay-and-play sessions or competitive tournaments.
Project at a Glance
Plymouth Argyle Community Trust
The Hub at Foulston Park, Plymouth
20 high-spec gaming PCs
Strategic Esports Group, Babcock and City College Plymouth
Design, installation, hardware supply and sponsorship
“Esports is more than just gaming—it is about education, teamwork, career development and social connection.”
Mark Lovell, CEO of Argyle Community Trust
The Value of Esports
One Space, Many Uses
Through its partnership with City College Plymouth, the arena works as a learning space, a community venue and a youth zone.
Academic Partnership
During the day the arena is a dedicated learning space, where City College Plymouth delivers British Esports-approved BTEC qualifications covering leadership, business and digital media skills.
Community Access and Revenue
Outside teaching hours it offers pay-and-play gaming for the public and hosts esports-themed parties and events, so the space generates income rather than sitting empty after 3pm.
Inclusive Youth Engagement
As a dedicated youth zone, it gives young people who may not take part in traditional sport a safe and welcoming place to belong, supporting social connection and wellbeing.
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