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Surrey Invites Members to Work From the Kia Oval With Wi‑Fi 7 and Terrace Desks

The plan reflects a shift toward flexible work at sports venues after the pandemic.

Overview

  • Surrey County Cricket Club launched a member perk that lets people work at the Kia Oval using ultrafast Wi‑Fi 7 and desk spaces on the terraces with pitch views.
  • The perk runs at the 27,500-seat ground in Kennington, with the club saying usual refreshments will be on hand for members using the space.
  • Chief executive Steve Elworthy encouraged members to treat the ground as a summer workspace and enjoy live cricket at the same time.
  • Early reaction on X was upbeat, with many fans calling the setup a dream workday and urging other clubs to follow.
  • Unlike earlier stadium co-working set-ups after Covid, the Oval’s plan operates during games and includes views of the pitch, which other venues did not offer.