THE £8million redevelopment of the east stand as well as the north-east corner at Sixways got under way this week.

The fencing and turnstiles behind the east stand have been taken down and contractors Slick Developments have arrived on site.

The east stand car park is now closed to all visitors, but the stand itself will remain open to supporters for the final game of the season against Newcastle Falcons on May 10. However, the bars and shop will be closed for the Guinness Premiership clash.

A temporary bar area will be installed to the rear of the east stand along with portable toilets. Work on the new-look east stand will commence in full following the Newcastle game.