Racecourse Ground – stadium description

Regarded by the Guinness Book of Records as football’s oldest ground still to be in use, this Benue dates back to 1807. Very impressive even if taking into account that first football match in fact took place in 1872. Before that, as name suggests, it was a horse racing and also cricket stadium.

In 1952 first concrete stand was built, the Spion Kop that still stands with minor changes today. However along all-seater standards it’s often closed for spectators. Another two grandstand were built in 1972 (main one) and 1978 with the latest addition coming in 1999. Since 2006 there are plans to replace the Kop with a new, seated and covered structure. The project, integrated with student housing, hasn’t been implemented yet, though.

Thanks to its long history and important role, Racecourse Ground has hosted more Wales international games than any other stadium, even if recent fixtures are only passed between Cardiff and Swansea. Day-to-day use is provided by Wrexham AFC and rugby team Crusaders, which – ironically – has double the attendance of their football partners.