Ancestry and Wrexham AFC Team Up to Discover the "Story" in Your History

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ANCESTRY^® BLOG

29 October 2025

What do the world's leader in family history and the world's third-oldest professional football club have in common? A deep, abiding love for story.

Wrexham AFC, the club whose incredible journey has been chronicled in the popular FX documentary series Welcome to Wrexham, has more than just a storied past. The club is part of a whole community whose roots are as deep as the famous Racecourse Ground. That's why we at Ancestry are chuffed to announce our partnership with the Red Dragons! We're joining forces to celebrate the history woven into every family and every fan—in Wales and around the globe.

The world has come to know the rich, resilient, and passionate Wrexham community. And now, we're offering you a fun way to explore the history that is absolutely woven into your DNA.

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The Ultimate DNA Test for Wrexham Teammates

Two of Wrexham's incredible players, Aaron James and Matty James, share a name and a locker room, but do they share a family tree? We put their sibling-like banter to the ultimate test and had them take AncestryDNA tests to find out if they're actually related!

The results are in, and you'll have to watch the video to see if Aaron and Matty are distant cousins or just two guys with a very common, very strong surname who happen to be tearing up the pitch together.

This Holiday Season: A DNA Kit for the History Books

We're thrilled to celebrate the unique heritage of Wales and Wrexham, and we've created a special, limited-edition offering just in time for the holidays!

Introducing the matching AncestryDNA Kit and Limited-Edition Wrexham Scarf Bundle.

This isn't just any scarf. It features the beautiful, traditional Caernarfon pattern, a design that’s deeply connected to Welsh heritage, and is emblazoned with the familiar team chant: History only tells a story.

The scarf is a perfect way to show your Wrexham pride while celebrating the personal history that makes you who you are. The AncestryDNA kit inside the themed package is your ticket to exploring your own family story and finding the connections, cultures, and traditions that make your personal history as compelling as the Red Dragons' climb up the league tables.

This unique AncestryDNA kit and scarf bundle is available for purchase now at https://www.ancestry.co.uk/wrexham (while supplies last).

From the oldest professional football club in Wales to the generations of fans cheering them on, history is truly in Wrexham’s DNA. We can't wait to help you uncover your own incredible story!

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