In 2021, Ryan Reynolds took control of Wrexham as its historic Kop stand lay derelict; five years later, a £70 million rebuilding project has approval for up to 7,750 seats, with opening planned for 2027
- Wrexham AFC’s ambitious stadium redevelopment has taken another step forward, with plans to increase the capacity of its new Kop Stand to 7,750 seats receiving backing from the local planning committee.
- According to Football Stadium Management and Place North West, the decision, made by Wrexham County Borough Council’s planning committee on October 5, 2026, clears the way for an additional 2,250 seats at the historic Racecourse Ground.
- The latest proposal builds on planning approval granted in March 2025 for a 5,500-seat stand.
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- Wrexham AFC’s ambitious stadium redevelopment has taken another step forward, with plans to increase the capacity of its new Kop Stand to 7,750 seats receiving backing from the local planning committee.
- According to Football Stadium Management and Place North West, the decision, made by Wrexham County Borough Council’s planning committee on October 5, 2026, clears the way for an additional 2,250 seats at the historic Racecourse Ground.
- The latest proposal builds on planning approval granted in March 2025 for a 5,500-seat stand.
Sources: Times of India