Wrexham A.F.C.'s £70m Kop stand redevelopment is scheduled to be fully operational for the start of next season. The project is a cornerstone of the club's accelerated rise and its ambition to reach the Premier League.
Chief strategy officer Aidan Miller, who previously worked on Everton's new stadium, is overseeing the long-term development. "The speed at which we've got through the leagues has been incredible," Miller said. "We are playing catch-up and we're trying to make ourselves ready for the next level." The team's recent form, with two wins, four draws, and two losses from their first eight Championship matches, has them 14th in the standings with 10 points. Their next fixtures will be key as they aim to consolidate their position.
Development details
The redeveloped Kop will hold 7,750 seats, incorporating new dressing rooms, media facilities and hospitality areas. Wrexham County Borough Council has granted permission for the stand, which will push the Racecourse's total capacity to just over 18,000. The historic ground, which had seen the Kop stand derelict for years, is the oldest international football stadium still in use.
Broader investment
This stadium work is part of a wider investment plan spanning multiple sites. The club has laid new pitches at its academy base at Darland High School in Rossett. It has also purchased and upgraded The Rock in Rhosymedre as a dedicated base for the women's team, adding a new pitch and gym. A new first-team pavilion operates at the FAW's Colliers Park facility. This infrastructure supports the entire squad across all levels.
Matchday and ambition
The redevelopment aims to significantly improve the matchday experience, atmosphere, and accessibility for supporters. Key considerations include fan movement, facilities, and the impact on local streets. Owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, who completed their takeover of the then-National League club in February 2022, back the rebuild as central to Premier League ambitions. The team has achieved three successive promotions to reach the Championship. On the pitch, the team's attacking stats show they have scored 12 goals so far, with top scorer Kieffer Moore contributing three of those, averaging a goal every 159 minutes.
The project continues alongside the club's on-pitch efforts. The long-term vision, as outlined by chief executive Michael Williamson, is for an ideal stadium capacity of between 26,000 and 29,000. For now, the immediate goal is completing the Kop, giving Wrexham's growing support a new home end to fill.
First reported at BBC Sport Football
