Wrexham unveil the first images of their new proposed Kop Stand development and it’s certainly impressed their supporters online.
The National League outfit confirmed it has submitted a planning application to demolish the iconic Kop stand at the Racecourse.
With the club’s popularity on the rise, attendances increasing to over 10,000 for fifth tier football, it has announced plans to build a new large stand to replace the Kop.
👀 We are delighted to release the first images and a computer-generated fly-through of the exciting designs for the proposed Kop development.
Find out more 👉 https://t.co/HfyHbzt9GU
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— Wrexham AFC (@Wrexham_AFC) June 15, 2022
STATEMENT:
Wrexham AFC is delighted to release the first images and a computer-generated fly-through of the exciting designs for the proposed Kop development.
In presenting these images, co-chairmen Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds said: “Back in February 2021, when we first became custodians of the Club, it was identified that reverting the Racecourse Ground to a four-sided stadium was a priority for us.
“The desire to achieve this objective has only been multiplied by the fact that the sold-out signs were a regular feature at the Racecourse Ground, and we want the Club to be accessible to everyone, so the increased capacity is key to achieving this.
“We would encourage everyone to support the planning application when it is submitted and would like to thank Wrexham Council, Welsh Government & Wrexham Glyndwr University (together the Gateway Partnership) who are fully committed to making the new Kop a reality.
“Finally, a big thank you to our design team, AFL Architects, Gardiner & Theobald, Ramboll, Savills and Royal Pilgrim.”
The new 5,500 capacity stand will include a hospitality lounge, office & retail space for the Club, along with facilities for the Wrexham AFC Community Trust to enhance their work further.
Of the capacity, 5,000 will be allocated for General Admission to meet the loyal demand of supporters and will be in the form of a seat with a rail immediately in front. This will allow the Club to meet the all-seater criteria of UEFA’s Category 4 status, while allowing supporters to stand for Wrexham fixtures. An example of the seating will be installed in the car park at the Racecourse Ground for supporters to view during the next four weeks.
The balance of 500 seats will be of a corporate style with direct access from the hospitality lounge. Accessible seating will be available at elevated positions throughout the stand, improving accessibility and providing unparalleled views for fans with restricted mobility.
The external elevations have been designed to recognise Wrexham’s link with the coal mining industry, a theme that will be continued in the public realm areas around the Kop.
The matchday concourse area will become an exhibition space for events on non-matchdays, to address the current gap in the local market and generate more economic activity and profile to benefit the Town.
A statutory consultation period of one month will commence on July 1, 2022, and comments will be collated on the Club’s behalf at www.online-consultations.co.uk/wrexhamkopstand
During this consultation period, the Club intends to meet with as many organisations as possible who have an interest in the development including local resident organisations, local councillors, the Club’s Disabled Supporters Association, Level Playing Field, and our Safety Advisory Group.
Following the statutory consultation process, the intention is to submit a planning application to Wrexham County Borough Council for permission to deliver the new Kop Stand.
Funding for the Kop will come from both the Public and Private sectors, with the Club making a significant contribution towards the overall cost.
The Public sector funding, that is being sought from the Levelling Up Fund Bid, will ensure the Racecourse Ground becomes The Stadium for the North, meeting the requirements of hosting international sporting events that are far beyond what the Club needs to compete in domestic competitions.
Twitter users reacted as Wrexham unveil the first images of their new proposed Kop Stand development…
@Wroot1FM: Looks amazing
@chaz_spen15: Will look good in non league
@jonadevitt: **insert that video of “look at the size of that fucker”**
@wxmbh8: Can’t believe my eyes 😮😮😍😍
@chrisbach04: 👀👀👀 Class!! Class!! Class!!
@AntAntshell4: A lot different than I was thinking tbh
@Ryan_price123: Wow those floodlights
@simonwxm78: Wowsers 😍😍
@JoshTomos1990: I love it. Just a statue of Joey Jones, then name one of the concourse bars “Jacko’s” and it’s mission complete 👍
@agwilliams86: Amazing! Can’t wait to see it in person though 😉
@KyleDavies501: That looks sensational
@wrexham_gamer: Can’t wait to watch again from the Kop….as long as Jacko has a place at the back in the centre we will all be happy as feck @RMcElhenney @VancityReynolds
@simonwxm: Looks amazing but I’m slightly disturbed that you seem to have demolished my street.
@wrexhamcarl: Wow – @Wrexham hasnt had anything that sexy built since Aldi constructed there 45th store in the Town!
@Simon__eaton: Looks class tbf, except the corporate looking bit at the top. Still can’t believe your fans didn’t vote for it to be a proper terrace
@Bekijo1: Love this design!!! 😍😍😍🔥
@StokesyPlays: Our new KOP will be MASSIVE to match our floodlights
@dafwilliams95: It’ll be just like Anfield but with atmosphere. Madness
@evansmatty98: Hard not to get excited. First time in years where it actually feels like something will happen
@OllieMeyer: Wow. Not bad at all.
@john_mcal: This will be superb for 🏴 internationals!
@Louisejones283: What a beauty 😍🥹
@KyleJonesIV: I’ve gotten excited at renders of a new kop before, but this is the closest we’ve ever been been it becoming a reality 😍
@capaled: Oh boy get me a season ticket on this bad boy 🤩🔴⚪️
@jpmacca91: That looks absolutely outstanding 😍
@wxmsmith: See ya later train station 👋 ♥️
@BenWilliams04: jesus christ that’s beautiful
@DanWrexham: That looks fucking stupendous
@ffsWrexham: Jesus wept, what a sight that’s going to be
@MarkJackson73: Absolutely sensational 👏👏👏
@fearlessidzine: So…..thoughts? With zero movement on the kop for over a decade to suddenly plenty of intent, it’s hard not to get excited by this. Looks superb.
@ashley_stringer: Looks unreal 👏🏻 🏴
@samevansnffc: Not messing about are they? Viva International football in the north
@spuderz92: Fucking hell hahahaha
@JoeeeEdwards: Size of that
@Wrexhamisdname: TAKE MY MONEY 🏟🏴😍
@ThatRexGuyy: This looks so sick
@wxmbh8: Just spunked my pants
@xxJazzxMaexx: Omg. Yes. Gonna miss the old one tho

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