The Racecourse Ground stands in Wrexham, Wales, and is the home of Wrexham AFC. With a capacity of around 12,600, it is a football stadium where a visit is likely to be about the match day atmosphere as much as the building itself.
A ground with a long history
The Racecourse Ground dates back to 1807, which makes it one of the oldest purpose-built football stadiums in the world. Its age gives it real significance in Welsh and British football, and for many visitors that long continuity is the main draw. Walking around the ground, you are standing somewhere the sport has been played for a very long time.
What a visit offers
- A chance to see a historic football ground in the heart of Wrexham.
- A taste of match day in a stadium of moderate size, where the crowd sits close to the pitch.
- A natural stop for anyone interested in the history of football in Wales and Britain.
Because the stadium is the home of a working club, its character is shaped by the fixtures played there. If you are planning to attend a match, check the club's own information for dates and arrangements before you travel.
The surrounding town
Wrexham is a town in north-east Wales, and the stadium makes a good starting point for exploring it. Many visitors combine a ground visit with time in the town centre, pairing a look at the football heritage with the rest of what Wrexham has to offer.