Wrexham AFC faces planning review for new pavilion at Colliers Park
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Wrexham AFC opened a new pavilion at its Colliers Park training ground before securing the necessary planning permission from the local council. The project, which was largely completed by the time an application was submitted in August, faces a formal review by the council’s planning committee on Monday. The Gresford Community Council expressed frustration regarding the late consultation and raised concerns over the reduction of parking spaces from 89 to 72. Additionally, Natural Resources Wales has requested further details regarding sewage and drainage plans, specifically questioning the potential environmental impact on the River Dee and Bala Lake. Although planning officers have recommended the project for approval, they acknowledged that the retrospective nature of the application presents challenges. Wrexham AFC is owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
- •Wrexham AFC opened the Colliers Park pavilion before receiving formal planning permission.
- •The council’s planning committee will review the retrospective application this coming Monday.
- •Gresford Community Council cited concerns over a reduction in onsite parking capacity.
- •Natural Resources Wales requires more information on the facility’s sewage and drainage systems.
- •Planning officers recommended approval despite the late filing of the project application.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Wrexham opens new pavilion before planning application considered
"A pavilion at the club's training ground is yet to be given planning permission - but it's already open.
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