Twickenham Stadium
Major ProjectsBACKGROUND
Working in partnership with the Facility Management team, we delivered a full roofing refurbishment at Twickenham Stadium, replacing the existing GRP roofing system which had exceeded its serviceable lifespan.
The wider refurbishment programme was delivered across three phases, aligned with the client’s funding strategy. The final phase focused on the South Stand and was carefully coordinated alongside concurrent stadium investments, including upgrades to screens, advertising systems, and lighting infrastructure. This timing allowed the refurbished roof to be prominently showcased during major international events.
DESIGN & ENGINEERING INNOVATION
A bespoke polycarbonate roofing sheet was specially designed for Twickenham Stadium, enhancing performance beyond standard specifications. The solution improved:
- UV and infra-red protection
- Durability and impact resistance
- Structural strength and longevity
The roofing system was fully engineered and designed by TSL, ensuring technical compliance, integration with existing structures, and long-term asset performance.
SAFETY AND LIVE ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT
Given the scale, height, and fully operational nature of the stadium, safety was paramount for both roof operatives and those working below.
- A rigorously planned safe system of work was implemented, incorporating,
- Utilisation of the existing fall restraint system
- Installation of supplementary safety lines to improve access across roof bays
- Crawl boards to protect both operatives and roof finishes
- Installation of protective safety netting to the underside of the roof, safeguarding personnel and stadium areas below
- A fully developed rescue strategy, ensuring prompt and controlled response capability in line with working-at-height requirements
Works were executed directly above spectator seating areas, requiring a strict daily cleaning and inspection regime to maintain stadium safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness at all times.
| Location | London |
| Industry | Stadia |
| Date Completed | September 2025 |
| Project Duration | Stage three - 17 weeks |
| Client | CBRE |
PROGRAMME & CO-ORDINATION COMPLEXITY
Programme sequencing was critical to enable uninterrupted stadium operations, including matches, events, and concerts.
The works were further complicated by concurrent improvement projects undertaken during the roofing programme. This created a highly active, multi-trade environment where TSL’s principal contractor capabilities added significant value, supporting:
- Programme coordination
- Stakeholder liaison
- Trade interface management
During the project, stadium-wide lighting and network upgrades required the design and installation of bespoke penetrative detailing to accommodate new cable management routes across the roof. This demanded close collaboration between our design and operational teams to deliver a compliant, watertight, and programme-aligned solution.
LOGISTICS AND ACCESS STRATEGY
The logistical challenges of working within an operational stadium environment were substantial.
TSL managed:
- Specialist crane operations into the stadium bowl
- MEWP access for safety netting and roof works
- Controlled material delivery and waste removal
All activities were meticulously planned to minimise disruption and maintain safety across both operational and public areas.
SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME
The successful completion of the South Stand refurbishment marks the final phase of a three-stage roofing transformation at Twickenham Stadium.
This project reinforces TSL’s capability in delivering technically complex roofing refurbishments within live stadia environments and further strengthens our growing portfolio of high-profile stadium refurbishment works.
