The Best Summer Events Near Wrexham in 2026
It's shaping up to be a genuinely good summer around here. Between the City of Culture bid building momentum and a calendar that's got more going on than usual, there's plenty of reason to get out. Here's what's worth knowing about.
Wrexham City of Culture 2029 And What the Bid Actually Involves
You've probably seen the Wrecsam2029 branding around town. Maybe you've walked past the giant WRECSAM letters in Queens Square, or noticed the murals going up across the city centre. But if you're not entirely sure what the City of Culture bid actually is, what winning would mean, or where things stand right now here's the full picture.
Wrexham FC's Rise and What It's Done to the Town
Seven years ago, Wrexham FC were in the National League. Crowds of three or four thousand rattling around the Racecourse on a Tuesday night. A club that had spent fifteen years outside the Football League and, if we're being honest, looked like it might stay that way.
Where Did Marcher Sound Go? The Story of Wrexham's First Commercial Radio Station
Ask anyone in Wrexham who grew up in the eighties or nineties where they heard their music, and most of them will say Marcher Sound. It was on in the car, in the kitchen, in every shop in Eagles Meadow. Then, gradually, it wasn't and a lot of people never quite understood what happened to it.
Wrexham AFC Just Had Their Best Ever Season, So What Happens Now?
Two points. That's all that separated Wrexham AFC from a Championship play-off spot and a genuine shot at the Premier League. Phil Parkinson's side finished seventh on 71 points, two behind Hull City in sixth, and if that stings, it should. But step back for a second. This is a club that was playing non-league football three years ago. Seventh in the Championship is the highest league finish in the club's 161-year history. That deserves a moment.
How to Find Marcher Vibe on DAB Your Quick Guide to Retuning…
Marcher Vibe went live on DAB on 5 May 2026. If you've already found us, brilliant. If your radio is showing a blank where we should be, don't panic — you just need a retune. It takes about two minutes and you'll only need to do it once.
Why Radio Advertising Still Works for Wrexham, Chester & North Wales’ Businesses…
If you run a business in Wrexham, Chester or anywhere across the Northwest and North Wales, you've probably spent money on Facebook ads that disappeared into thin air, or paid for a Google listing that sits below three competitors and a map you can barely read on your phone. You're not alone. Most local businesses have been told that digital is the only game in town, and most of them are quietly wondering why it doesn't feel like it's working.
We're Coming To Your DAB Radio. Here's How to Find Us…
Back in January, Marcher Vibe was a stream. A website, an app, a smart speaker command. From Monday 5 May, we're on your DAB radio too, broadcasting right across Wrexham, Chester and North Wales.
It's taken months of paperwork, technical setup, Ofcom licensing and more than a few late nights. But as of bank holiday Monday, you can hear Marcher Vibe on any DAB radio in the region, sitting alongside the national stations where a proper local station belongs.
Can Wrexham Still Make the Playoffs? Five Games to Save the Season…
Tuesday night at the STōK Cae Ras was supposed to be the statement game. Wrexham against Southampton, a six-pointer between two clubs scrapping for that final playoff spot. Instead, it turned into a nightmare. A 5-1 hammering at home, the Red Dragons' heaviest defeat of the season, and suddenly the dream of a fourth successive promotion looks like it's slipping away.
Your Guide To A Massive May Bank Holiday Weekend In Wrexham & North Wales…
Wrexham's early May bank holiday weekend is shaping up to be one of the best we've had in years. Live music at Llwyn Isaf, a brand new way to listen to local radio, and the start of FOCUS Wales all packed into a few days. Here's what you need to know.
Scotts, Peppers, the Ferryman and More Wrexham's Lost Nightlife…
You didn't need a plan. You needed £10, a taxi into town, and a vague agreement to meet your mates outside the chippy at midnight. That was a night out in Wrexham in the 90s. And if you're reading this with a knowing smile, you probably still remember exactly which DJ was on, which floor you ended up on, and which kebab shop got the last of your money.
When Will Marcher Vibe Be On Your DAB Radio?
It's been a long road to get where we are, and we won't pretend otherwise. Getting a DAB licence takes paperwork, and a genuine belief that this part of the world deserves its own radio station…
Is This The Year The 90’s Come Knocking? Here's What to Book…
If you grew up taping songs off the radio, arguing about Blur vs Oasis, or crying into your pillow over Boyzone, this summer's live music calendar was basically made for you. The 2026 touring schedule reads like someone raided a Wrexham living room circa 1997 and turned it into a concert programme. And one of the biggest shows is happening practically on our doorstep.
From Marcher Sound to Marcher Vibe The Radio Stations That Gave Wrexham Its Voice…
Before Spotify playlists and podcast algorithms, there was a dial. And if you lived in Wrexham, you turned that dial to 103.4. For decades, local radio was how this town woke up, found out about traffic on the A483, heard the football scores, and discovered new music. The station names changed, the owners changed, the jingles changed. But the voices coming out of those Mold Road studios in Gwersyllt were ours.
Welcome to Marcher Vibe Wrexham's Got a New Radio Station…
Welcome to Marcher Vibe Wrexham's Got a New Radio Station