A FUNDRAISING appeal has been launched to support the construction of a 600-seat stand at Caernarfon Town FC – in honour of Caernarfon-born former player Wyn Davies.
Davies made over 550 appearances in the Football League, earning 34 caps for Wales.
The new stand will mark a significant milestone in the club’s continued growth and success.
The campaign is being championed by Lord Dafydd Wigley, a longstanding and passionate supporter of Caernarfon Town FC, who previously served the local community as its Member of Parliament for twenty-seven years.
Launching the financial appeal alongside Caernarfon Town FC Chairman Paul Evans, Dafydd Wigley said it was fitting that the new stand would be named in honour of former player Wyn Davies.
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Davies, who was born in Caernarfon, went on to play for Wrexham, Manchester United, Manchester City, Newcastle United, and Bolton Wanderers as well as Bangor City towards the end of his career.
The club is seeking to raise £50,000 to help fund the construction of the stand, which will increase capacity and enhance facilities for supporters at The Oval and enable the team to play in Europe.
The project forms part of a wider programme of investment at the club, reflecting its growing ambition and recent successes, including winning the JD Welsh Cup for the first time and reaching the qualifying rounds of the UEFA Conference League for the second time.
The club is also offering those who want to honour the memory of their loved ones or dedicate a unique message to someone special with the opportunity to purchase personalised plaques to be placed on seats in the new stand and along ‘Wyn’s Wall’.
This will allow families and friends to create a permanent tribute or simply gift something unique at the heart of the Oval, whilst those who have passed remain part of the club’s journey for years to come.
Seat plaques are priced at £50 per seat whilst Wyn’s Wall, which will overlook the pitch for decades to come, are priced at £100 each.
Launching the fundraising appeal, Lord Wigley said: "Caernarfon Town Football Club holds a very special place in the hearts of this community - and in mine personally.
"Having had the privilege of representing this area in Parliament, I have seen first-hand the pride and identity this club brings to our town.
"It is only right that we honour one of our own in Wyn Davies, whose legacy deserves to be recognised for generations to come.
The new stand will serve as a lasting tribute to Wyn’s legacy and a reminder to young players of what can be achieved with talent, determination and a deep love for the game.
"This new stand will not only celebrate our past but also secure our future. The club is on an exciting journey, and this investment will ensure more supporters can be part of that journey.
"I would urge everyone who cares about Caernarfon Town - from lifelong supporters to local businesses and the wider community - to play their part in bringing this stand to life.
"Every contribution, no matter the size, will help create something truly special for the town and for future generations of Canaries supporters."
In a statement, Wyn Davies' family also voiced their support for the appeal.
Their statement read: "Having the new stand named after Wyn would be a great honour and a fitting tribute to him.
"We are incredibly proud and very thankful to the club for their hard work on this."
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Caernarfon Town chairman Paul Evans also feels strongly about the club's role in facilitating this fitting tribute to a local and national sporting icon.
"We feel that Wyn and his family deserve recognition for all that he achieved and the attention he brought to our town," he said.
"He's an inspiration to young players and we want his name and legacy to live on through the Wyn Davies Stand so we're asking anyone able to contribute by purchasing a plaque on a seat or on 'Wyn's Wall' to please do so, not only to enable us to make this tribute a reality but also to ensure that we can play big European matches right here at The Oval in Caernarfon."
This follows a historic period for Caernarfon Town FC, who recently lifted the JD Welsh Cup - a landmark achievement that has further energised the club’s supporters and community.
Alongside this success, the club has undergone significant investment, including the installation of a new playing surface and new changing room facilities - reinforcing its status as one of the most progressive clubs in Welsh football.
Supporters, local businesses, and community stakeholders are now being encouraged to contribute to the £50,000 target, ensuring that the Wyn Davies Stand becomes a lasting tribute to both a local hero and the bright future of Caernarfon Town FC.
Contributions can be made through the following methods:
Online Shop: www.cofiarmy.com (preferred method)
CHEQUES: CPD Caernarfon Town FC Cyf - Postal address: The Oval, Marcus Street, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 2HT
BACS: (with email as reference)
CPD Tref Caernarfon Town FC
40-16-02
41545957
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