Owing to previous consecutive promotions, Milltown did not meet the Irish Football Association's criteria for use in the Premiership.

Warrenpoint Town originally applied to play their home games at The Showgrounds, Newry.

[5] On 21 December 2013, Milltown was opened for its first NIFL Premiership match between Warrenpoint Town and Glenavon.

[6] Despite the renovations, aimed to assist the ground to meet UEFA standards, observers note that the facilities are still limited at Milltown.

[10] This was due to accessibility and location issues, which led to the council preferring to build the hub at Clonallon Park instead.