October 2009

The above architect’s impression is the new entrance to the Club’s new headquarters in the ASB stand at Eden Park.

The design contains several changes from the present premises. At the left the lounge will have a new door, giving entry to the two boxes that the Barbarians will have for onfield viewing.

At the right the bar has been moved inward, forming an island, with a kitchen attached. The plan lists a “fireplace” in the foreground, but apparently fire-safety regulations will not allow this.

Neil Cotton, of the ASC Architects business, said the new plan had been designed to offer as much space as possible for the memorabilia that was in the now-demolished clubhouse. The stained glass windows, a feature of the old house, will be among the memorabilia incorporated in the new design.

“Rugby is a game for gentlemen in all classes but for no bad sportsman in any class.”
Rt Reverend W J Casey, 1894