HAMILTON ACCIES have drawn up plans to build a multi-purpose dome at New Douglas Park.

The project will see a 500-seat arena erected behind the goal to the right of the main stand and could lead to the club hosting boxing bouts and concerts.

The canvas-roofed dome will be at the heart of Hamilton's interaction with the local community and chairman Les Gray said: "There will not be anything like it in Scotland.

"It will be a substantial investment. We have got the plans drawn and we are applying for various support and grants. We don't have a final price yet.

"It is an indoor facility for community use and we can host boxing matches, concerts and things like that as well.

"This project will benefit the community and make the club the focal point of the community."

It has been a remarkable few months for Hamilton as boss Alex Neil has led his side to the top of the Premiership standings.

The club are eager to keep up the momentum and Gray stressed they want to expand the fan base. But he added: "It is a difficult thing to achieve. We have tried a lot of things over the years and we do a lot of excellent community work.

"Does it increase the fan base? It hasn't really done to date and that is a bit disappointing.

"I think we need to look to attract a new generation of fans, not try and get people back.

"We must attract people to come and watch Scottish boys playing good football in the Premiership and we are seeing a wee upturn."