Wakefield AFC is the new football club putting Wakefield on the map. They are trying to build a strong football culture here. If you are local or own a business (like our printing company), there are many ways to connect.
Who is Wakefield AFC
When was Wakefield AFC founded
The club was founded in 2019 by a group including local businessman Mike Hegarty and former Manchester United player and Sheffield Wednesday manager Chris Turner. Wikipedia
Where do Wakefield AFC train
As of now, training facilities are rented. They also are planning to build their own base. The club has submitted a pre-planning application for land in Walton where they hope to build a sporting facility. uclanlive.uclan.ac.uk
Ownership and Management
Who owns Wakefield AFC
Wakefield AFC is majority-owned by VO2 Capital, a US-based family office. They invested in 2021 and acquired a majority stake. Wikipedia+2wakefieldafc.com+2
Who is the current manager of Wakefield AFC
As of 19 August 2025 the manager is Jason Blunt. wakefieldafc.com+2Wikipedia+2
Sponsors, Value, Shares, Tickets
Who sponsors Wakefield AFC 2025
One named sponsor is Nigel Davis Tyre Services, who is the left-sleeve sponsor for the 2025-26 season. X (formerly Twitter)
Can I buy shares in Wakefield AFC
Yes. Early on, the club released 20,000 shares for public purchase at £10 per share. That was part of a fan-ownership scheme. VO2 Capital later took a larger stake. So while some public shares were sold, majority control is with VO2 Capital. Wikipedia+1
How much is a box at Wakefield AFC
I could not find specific, up-to-date public info about box (hospitality box) prices at Wakefield AFC. The club has “partner” and sponsorship packages and ticket pricing, but nothing clearly labelled “box hire” published. If you contact their commercial department, they may offer that.
How much is Wakefield AFC worth
There is no public valuation figure available in reliable sources. Because it is a non-league club and relatively new, “worth” can depend on assets like ground ownership (which they do not yet have), fan base, brand, etc. No published “worth” number was found.
Where to See Them, Getting to Games
How to get to Wakefield AFC
The home matches are played under a lease at Featherstone Rovers’ ground, the Millennium Stadium (Post Office Road) in Featherstone. Wakefield Express+1
If you are in Wakefield, you would travel to Featherstone. Using a car or public transport. Once the club has its own ground, that may change.
How much is a box at Wakefield AFC
(Already above.)
Other Questions
Is Wakefield AFC for sale
There is no public announcement that Wakefield AFC is for sale. The current owners are VO2 Capital, who seem to be building long-term. wakefieldafc.com+2uclanlive.uclan.ac.uk+2
What They Have Achieved So Far
Promotion: They moved up from the Sheffield & Hallamshire County Senior Football League to Northern Counties East League Division One. Wikipedia
Rebranding: New badge, visual identity. Wikipedia
Moving home: They moved back to playing in Wakefield city when possible (sharing with Wakefield Trinity), then again agreed lease with Featherstone Rovers to use their ground. Wakefield Express+1
How Your Printing Business Can Relate
Since you run a printing company that offers custom football shirts, kits, flags, numbers etc, there are many ways to tie into Wakefield AFC:
- Kit printing: You can supply the club or fans with Football Shirt Printing Wakefield. Replica shirts with names and numbers.
- Flags & banners: Wakefield AFC fans will need flags, banners, scarves. You can print those.
- Sponsorship printing: If a local business becomes a sponsor (like Nigel Davis Tyre Services), they need logos on sleeves, shirts, match-ball announcements, advertising boards. You can do those printing jobs.
- Merchandise: T-shirts, hoodies, polos with club logo.
- Local angle: As Wakefield expansions happen, community demand will grow. You being local gives you an advantagefast turnaround, local delivery, close relationships.
Local Club: Wakefield City FC Support
As a local club in Wakefield City, Wakefield City FC deserves mention. We also support Wakefield City FC by providing all kinds of custom printing: their flags, putting name and number on their jersey; any printing need related to their club. Just like with Wakefield AFC, we can do custom kits, banners, flags, scarves, promotional materials. We believe that helping local clubs strengthens community and raises profile of both club and business.
Summary
Wakefield AFC is a young but growing club. Founded in 2019, majority owned by VO2 Capital, managed currently by Jason Blunt. There are sponsorship opportunities. Share-offers have existed. The club does not yet own its own ground. Some costs (like “box” pricing) aren’t public. For your printing business, this is a good chance to build strong local partnerships, deliver kits, flags, sponsor print, etc.