Hollywood co‑owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have purchased The Turf, the pub next to Wrexham AFC’s Racecourse Ground, to safeguard its future and the club’s heritage. The historic venue, where Wrexham AFC was founded in October 1864, will now be under single ownership alongside the stadium and club, preserving its traditions and fan experiences. Longtime landlord Wayne Jones will continue to run the pub, blending its rich history with occasional celebrity visits from stars like Paul Rudd, Channing Tatum, and Prince William, who once pulled a pint for St David’s Day. The acquisition, announced alongside the Allyn family’s minority stake, aims to enhance fan zones and ensure the long‑term preservation of this pivotal Welsh football landmark.

The purchase follows Reynolds and Mac’s 2021 takeover of Wrexham AFC, marking a continuation of their strategy to protect the club’s assets. By integrating The Turf with the club and stadium, the owners intend to invest further in match‑day fan experiences while honoring the pub’s role as a social hub since the 1940s, when players changed clothes there before stepping onto the Racecourse Ground. The move is celebrated by fans and the community, reinforcing Wrexham’s status as Wales’s oldest football club and the world’s oldest active international stadium.

Jones emphasized the pub’s unique blend of local atmosphere and Hollywood glamour, promising to pass this legacy to future generations. The Allyn family, through Red Dragon Ventures, highlighted their commitment to the town’s growth and the club’s future, viewing The Turf’s acquisition as a key step in securing both the pub’s and the club’s enduring history.

The Turf’s storied past, predating the club itself, remains a focal point for supporters on and off match days, embodying the spirit of Welsh football and community pride.