Cheers! Wrexham’s celebrity owners buy ‘The Turf’ pub that’s adjacent to the club’s stadium

The Turf, a pub next to Wrexham’s Racecourse stadium and featured in the popular series “Welcome to Wrexham,” has been purchased by the club’s celebrity co-owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. This acquisition is part of their strategy to safeguard the club’s future by securing key areas linked to its history. The Turf, where Wrexham AFC was founded in 1864, plays a significant role in the TV series, contributing to the club’s global popularity. The purchase ensures the preservation of the pub’s historical significance and integrates it with the club and stadium under unified ownership. The pub’s landlord, Wayne Jones, who has gained fame through the series, will continue managing it. He looks forward to maintaining its unique blend of history and Hollywood charm for future generations of fans and locals. QUESTION: How might the acquisition of The Turf by Wrexham’s celebrity owners influence the local community and the club’s global image? 

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