Ruislip won’t lose intimidation factor with £5m refurbishment, says Gottsche

London’s Mark Gottsche is confident Ruislip can hold onto its reputation as a ground to avoid come the summer when the dilapidated facility undergoes a £5m (€5,962,000) refurbishment.

The Exiles have proven tricky customers on home turf in the past three years, with Mayo requiring extra-time to squeak past them in 2011, Leitrim escaping with just a point to spare and Sligo bettered by the bare minimum last year.

However, the surrounds are set to change drastically, with a new 3,900-capacity stadium complete with covered stand, terracing, redeveloped playing surface and much more, all of which is being planned for completion by May of next year.