Holgate Wall now stands by Parkside Gardens green

Residents are furious over plans to demolish the last remaining wall of Ayresome Park, Boro’s old football ground.

Those living at Parkside Gardens – built on the old ground – hope Middlesbrough Council will help retain Holgate Wall,.

They argue that not only does the wall have historic value but its removal may result in an increase in anti-social behaviour.

Residents say they are already witnessing  drunken youths gathering on the green, and the removal of the wall would further expose the open space.

Greg Sharif, 30, a dad-of-two, said: “There are often groups of teenagers congregating out on the green at night, usually drunk.

“I have gone out to move them on, to prevent my children from being disturbed when they are in front of my house.”

Private homeowners are becoming increasingly frustrated by anti social behaviour in the area and fear the removal of  the wall will accelerate the problem.

Councillor Richard Elder said: “The council has agreed to explore the option of retention of Holgate Wall. Barratt Homes have been contacted and  have identified  an number of issues which need further consideration, one being who will be responsible for the future maintenance and liability of the wall? ”

Kerry Allen, 29, resident at Parkside Gardens and Boro fan since a young girl said: “I believe if the wall is to be knocked down, it will purely be a financial decsion and not one with interests of security. Not only that but this wall means a lot to people and remains iconic, with it being the only remaining feature of the old ground. ”

Ayresome Park was home to Middlesbrough Football Club for 92 years until the Riverside Stadium was built in 1995.

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