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WREXHAM has made a significant announcement regarding the expansion of their stadium.
Construction is currently underway at the Racecourse to build a brand-new Kop Stand.
Construction is in progress for the new Kop standCredit: Getty
The design draws inspiration from local brickwork and the city’s ‘Terracottapolis’ nicknameCredit: Getty
The stadium could accommodate 7,500 fansCredit: Getty
The previous Kop was demolished in January 2023 and replaced with a temporary stand as the club progressed up the football pyramid.
The temporary seats were removed towards the end of last season to allow machinery access for the installation of a new pitch.
The Red Dragons have since finalized a land acquisition from Wrexham University to create space for the new Kop.
However, the club will face limitations on the number of seats in the new stand.
This is due to national planning policies that will restrict Wrexham to utilizing 5,500 seats in the Kop.
Nevertheless, this number could increase to 7,500 if Wrexham County Borough approves a planning application to further expand the seating capacity.
Such an increase would raise the capacity of the Racecourse Ground to over 18,000.
And the club has no plans to stop there, with their Hollywood owners pursuing ambitious projects to further enhance the stadium.
It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia star McElhenney stated: “We currently have a plan in place that would eventually improve all four stands.
“So in the end, we believe we could accommodate between 45,000 and 55,000 spectators.”
The Racecourse could potentially have a capacity exceeding 18,000 once completedCredit: Getty
What is the current status of the Kop Stand construction?
Construction is currently in progress, with the aim of building a new Kop Stand at the Racecourse.
How many seats will the new Kop Stand have?
Initially, the new Kop Stand will have 5,500 seats, with the possibility of increasing to 7,500 pending planning approval.
What are the future plans for the Racecourse Ground?
The club aims to expand the capacity to between 45,000 and 55,000 spectators as part of their long-term vision.
