$3.6 million redevelopment of Lancaster Park site in Christchurch begins 19 Apr, 2021 07:05 PM 2 minutes to read An artist's impression of what the site will look like. Photo / Supplied NZ Herald A $3.6 million redevelopment of Christchurch's Lancaster Park into a green space and sports fields has begun. It is likely that sports games can be played there from early next year. This first stage of the redevelopment is expected to take around nine months to complete. Read More Advertisement Christchurch City Council head of parks Andrew Rutledge said it is a significant milestone following the loss of the stadium. "Lancaster Park has long held a special place in many Cantabrians' hearts. After a proud 130-year history of hosting sporting events of all levels before the stadium came down, it's fitting that this park will now get a new lease of life as a community sports and recreation area."