- Parking outside Wrexham Council’s offices at Ruthin Road, Wrexham LL13 7TU
- Shuttle-buses departing from 1pm every 20 minutes until 2.40pm.
If you’re driving to the Wrexham vs Stockport game this Saturday (March 22), don’t forget to try the new Park & Ride at Ruthin Road.
Last week, Wrexham Council announced plans to trial a new Park & Ride scheme for this season’s remaining Wrexham AFC home fixtures.
Buses will depart from Ruthin Road from 1pm every 20 minutes until 2.40pm, dropping off at Mold Road by the STōK Cae Ras stadium.
After the game, buses will depart from Central Road from 5pm every 20 minutes, and then from opposite the stadium on Mold Road from 6pm every 20 minutes.
The aim is to reduce congestion and offer convenient match-day parking for fans travelling by car,
The shuttle-bus service is being provided by Arriva North West & Wales, and the scheme is being backed by both the Welsh Government and Transport for Wales (TfW).
Ken Skates MS, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, said: “I’m delighted to see this pilot scheme being undertaken in Wrexham, and would urge fans travelling by car to give it a try.
“The crowds at the STōK Cae Ras are amazing, and as more people visit the stadium, we need to find ways to manage parking and congestion in the city.
“Match-days are hugely important, and I’m delighted that Wrexham Council and its partners are trialling this scheme, which could have huge benefits for both fans and local residents.”
Councillor David A Bithell, Deputy Leader of Wrexham Council and Lead Member for Housing & Climate Change, said: “With the continued success of Wrexham AFC and an ever-increasing fan base wanting to attend home games, we’ve been working hard behind the scenes to address the issues associated with the demand for match day parking.
“I’m pleased to announce that Wrexham Council has reached an agreement with Arriva North West & Wales to operate a dedicated shuttle bus service to complement the existing match-day parking facility that is available from our Ruthin Road site.
“Fans can benefit from free parking at the site, and will then be able to travel to and from the ground on a dedicated local bus service. Fares will be £2 for adults, £1.30 for children and young people, and concessionary passes will be accepted.
“This trial will commence with the next home game on Saturday, March 22 when Stockport County visit the STōK Cae Ras, and will run for the remainder of this season.”
