Wrexham’s iconic The Turf pub, visited by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, donated a huge sum to a local children’s hospice from their fundraiser.

The Turf is a prominent establishment that has featured in Wrexham’s Disney documentary. Operated by Wayne Jones, The Turf enjoys regular appearances on ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ and has welcomed visits from the club’s star owners, Reynolds and McElhenney. In an incredible gesture, Jones’ establishment has now donated £1,000 ($1,260) from its annual fundraiser to support Hope House Children’s Hospices.

Speaking on the sidelines of the fundraising event, Jones said: “Hope House was always going to be one of our priorities to give to this year. It does incredible work and sadly lots of families in our local area go through very difficult times and if we can help in any tiny way then we are happy to. It really has been an honour to raise this money for Hope House, although I can’t take all the credit. Most of the money came from others that donated which is amazing.”

Hope House fundraiser Cat Dowdeswell was ecstatic after receiving the generous donation from The Turf.

“We are so incredibly grateful to Wayne and everyone at The Turf for choosing to support Hope House with their annual fundraiser,” she said. “It really is amazing to see the Wrexham community coming together to support seriously ill local children. Everything donated makes such a difference and ensures we can be here for the children and families that need us.”

The Turf claims to be the birthplace of Wrexham Football Club as it is deemed to be the oldest public house at any stadium in the world. It hosted a meeting of the local cricket body back in 1864 which subsequently paved the way for the football club in October in that same year.

Moreover, The Turf organised a festive fundraiser last Christmas to aid local charities when they shared a total of £11,189 ($14,270).

Phil Parkinson’s men returned to winning ways in League Two on Tuesday evening following a 2-1 victory over Sutton United. The Red Dragons will return to action against Notts County on Saturday in their next league fixture, coming against Notts County.