EVO-STIK Northern Premier League Scarborough Athletic are looking forward to getting the final go-ahead for their new stadium after the plans were recommended for approval.

Councillors sitting on Scarborough Borough Council's planning committee are set to give the green light for the 2,000 capacity community stadium in Weaponness, pictured, on Thursday after the local authority's planning officers backed the project.

Instead of playing 18 miles away at Bridlington Town, the Seadogs are hoping to return home to be based at a new leisure village incorporating the stadium, a 25m swimming pool and learner pool with seating area, sports hall, a gym and dance studio, squash courts and a multi-use gaming area.

Athletic's officials are advising fans hoping to attend the momentous 1pm meeting to arrive early at Scarborough Town Hall to ensure they get a seat in the public gallery.

The former Scarborough FC's McCain Stadium on Seamer Road was demolished and the site is being sold by the council.

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