STōK Cae Ras – stadium description

Recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest existing professional football stadium, this facility opened in 1807 (!). Even if it waited until 1872 for the first football match, this is an impressive result. North Wales' largest venue, as the name suggests, was previously used for horse racing, but also cricket.

In 1952, the first concrete stand was built – for cheering fans (known as The Kop). This stand, over time, became the oldest in the stadium, and in 2008 it was taken out of use due to safety reasons. Another stand (the main stand) was built in 1972, then another in 1978, and the newest in 1999.

Thanks to its long history, the venue has hosted the largest number of Wales international matches, although in recent years it has given way to larger venues from Cardiff and Swansea. It is used on a daily basis by Wrexham AFC, one of the world's oldest football clubs.

Old The Kop stand from 1952 was demolished in late 2022/early 2023, to be replaced by a brand new one that will hold 5,500 spectators and be the tallest in the entire stadium. The original design for the new stand was drawn up by the renowned Populous studio.