Wrexham County Borough

Wrexham is an industrial city in northeastern Wales positioned between the Welsh mountains and the lower Dee Valley as the administrative hub for the county borough. The town functions as an economic and administrative center serving its surrounding region.

The settlement took shape during the Middle Ages as a trading post and eventually became the most populous Welsh town by the 17th century. This growth demonstrates how strategic location and commerce transformed it into a regional power.

St. Giles Church stands out as a gathering place for those interested in the town's connections to wider history and learning. The church's presence reflects how local pride centers on figures who left their mark far beyond these borders.

The city has two main railway stations, Wrexham General and Wrexham Central, with trains to Chester, Liverpool, and Birmingham among other destinations. Visitors should prepare for the hilly terrain when walking around the town.

The Racecourse Ground has been home to Wrexham AFC since 1864 and holds the title of the world's oldest international football stadium still in active use. This long unbroken history makes it a special landmark for football enthusiasts.

Location: Wales

Inception: April 1, 1996

Capital city: Wrexham

Shares border with: Shropshire, Denbighshire, Cheshire West and Chester, Flintshire, Powys

Website: http://wrexham.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.05070,-3.00940

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:54