It was unused for two years and, in late 2009, demolition began in preparation for the redevelopment of the site into the new Network Rail headquarters which became operational in July 2012.

In 2003, after the ground was leased to Wimbledon FC, a grass pitch was laid, meaning that the stadium was out of commission for hockey.

Hockey internationals and playoff matches were reallocated to various leading club grounds around the country.

The stadium was the home of Wimbledon FC (renamed Milton Keynes Dons in June 2004) from September 2003 until May 2007.

In July 2007, they moved to the new Stadium MK at Denbigh North, near Bletchley, prior to the start of the 2007–08 season.