Upgrade works are continuing at the Ballymena Showgrounds in Co Antrim.

Since May, work to transform the pitch has been carried out in order to revamp drainage and lay a new playing surface.

Mid & East Antrim Council said the scheme is well on schedule, with football expected to return to the venue as planned in October.

Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Lindsay Millar, said: "I am delighted the programme of extensive work on the pitch at Ballymena Showgrounds is progressing well.

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"This will improve drainage and the quality of the playing surface to ensure it meets European standards. 

"Ballymena Showgrounds is a multi-use venue and Council continues to work closely with all users to ensure it remains one of Northern Ireland's premier facilities. Over the past year the venue has hosted several top sporting events, including the SuperCupNI, Uefa Women's Under-19 Championship and World Stock Rod Championships.

"We look forward to more superb events taking place at Ballymena Showgrounds once the improvements have been carried out."

(LM)