Football fans at the bar in The Turf pub next to the Racecourse, Wrexham

Since Welcome to Wrexham first aired, football fans from all over the world have come to see the club, the city and its people for themselves. They find the oldest international football ground in the world, a pub that is older than the club, and a city that is genuinely pleased to see them.

This guide covers the places from the show, how match days work, and where to eat, drink and stay, with local members who know the city best.

A Welcome to Wrexham fans' guide

Wrexham AFC are in the Championship for 2026/27 after three promotions in a row, and the Racecourse has never been busier. Here's how to make the most of your trip, with or without a match ticket.

Plan your visit to Wrexham like a local.

Your Welcome to Wrexham trip

The Racecourse Ground (STōK Cae Ras)

Wrexham AFC have played at the Racecourse since 1864, and it holds the Guinness World Record as the oldest international football stadium still in use. Wales played their first home international here in 1877. The ground is on Mold Road, right next to Wrexham General station and a 10 to 15 minute walk from the city centre. A new Kop stand is being built at one end of the ground and is due to open during the 2026/27 season.

The Turf

On the corner of the ground at the Kop end, The Turf is where the club was founded in 1864, and it is often called the oldest pub at any sports stadium in the world. It's the home fans' meeting place on match days and fills up two to three hours before a Saturday kick-off, so get there early.

Maesgwyn Hall

A short walk along Mold Road from the Racecourse, Maesgwyn Hall is a landmark building run by the team behind The Fat Boar. On match days it serves food and drinks before and after Wrexham AFC home games, in a fan zone style setting with indoor and outdoor space, and it hosts special events such as pre-match meals with guest speakers. There's a large free car park on site, and it's around a 10 minute walk from the city centre.

Match tickets

Home tickets are in very high demand. Most seats go to season ticket holders, and the rest are sold through match by match ballots that are open only to paid club members. If you want to see a game, join as a member well before your trip and check the club's official website for ballot dates. Avoid unofficial resale sites.

No ticket? Soak up the match day

You don't need a ticket to enjoy a match day in Wrexham. Wrexham Lager Club, a historic social club near the Racecourse, has Wrexham Lager on tap and live sport. Hill St Social is a friendly sports bar, and Vault33 Bar, in a restored former bank on the High Street, has a striking football mural and shows the games.

Tours of the city and the show

Welcome to Wrexham Tour is run by Bryan, who was born and raised in the city, and takes you to the places made famous by the documentary. Wrexham City Tours runs Welcome to Wrexham and heritage walking tours with local historian Kim Sheridan, and Tour Guide Katie runs 90 minute walking tours on match days. See all our tours and local guides.

Football history

Wrexham is where Welsh football began: the Football Association of Wales was founded here in 1876. The Football Museum of Wales and Wrexham Museum share one building in the city centre, with free entry and timed tickets.

Wrexham Lager

Wrexham Lager is the UK's oldest lager brewery, founded in 1882. Visit the brewery shop or book a behind the scenes taster tour.

More to see in the city

Climb the tower of St Giles Church, one of the Seven Wonders of Wales, browse the independent traders at Tŷ Pawb, and try an award-winning pint at Magic Dragon Brewery Tap. For more ideas, see our guide to things to do in Wrexham.

Where to stay

Book early for match weekends. Boutique 33 has serviced apartments on the High Street, a short walk from the Racecourse. The Lemon Tree is a boutique hotel 12 minutes' walk from the ground, and the four star Ramada Plaza is five minutes from the city centre. In Holt, Hotel Wrexham offers Wrexham AFC packages. See all our places to stay.

Where to eat and drink

Start the day with coffee and banana bread at Bank St Social, or finish it with cocktails at Effie's on the High Street. Our guide to eating out in Wrexham has many more ideas.

Getting here

Wrexham General station is next to the ground, with trains from Chester, Shrewsbury and beyond. Manchester and Liverpool airports are both around an hour away by car.

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