There are many events arranged through
the year involving former Villa players, on this page we promote any that we think may be of interest, Aston Villa Former
Players Association hold many events through the year, they are always well attended by the fans who get a chance
to spend some time with their heroes of yesteryear, below you can find information on upcoming events involving the AVFPA
and privately arranged events. If you have a event involving a former Villa player and would like it publicised please email
info@midlandsmemorabilia.com
Midlands Memorabilia are one of the fixtures at these events bringing with us a vast collection of Aston
Villa memorabilia, some of which is not yet available on our website as we use the events to launch new items that
we have obtained during private signings at the previous event or signings done in-between. Many of our newly launched
items are complete one offs so if you want the chance to own a completely unique piece of Aston Villa memorabilia
that is fully endorsed by the Aston Villa Former Players Association then please visit us at the next event.
For
events coming up check below -
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An Evening with Steve
Staunton & Mark Kinsella
In association with the Aston Villa FPA.
Doors open 7pm.
£10
inc hot buffet.
For tickets contact Jim Mannion 07704 318754 or the Irish Centre 0121 622 2314.
The
Irish Centre, 14-20 Digbeth High Street, Birmingham, B12 0LN
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Paul Merson &
Friends
Thursday May 3 at The Belfry, Sutton Coldfield
A career of highs, lows, trophies, tantrums and the occasional controversy and front page headline - allow us
to introduce you to Paul Merson.
Never short of an anecdote or a funny story, the former Aston Villa, Arsenal and Middlesbrough
man was a hero to many during his long career.
Now a popular Sky Sports pundit, football fans can join the ex-England
International at A Night With Paul Merson and Friends, raising funds for former footballers charity Xpro.
The black
tie gala event on Thursday May 3 at The Belfry, Sutton Coldfield promises to be a delight for sports fans, whatever your team
persuasion, with 'Merse' being joined alongside pals from his playing days. Want to know the story about THAT 'beer
guzzling' celebration, fancy knowing what his England and 'Boro pal Paul Gascoigne was really like, ever wondered
what his favourite goal was? What about his favourite boss? Or that gaffer he just didn't like? Ask away. This could be
your chance to find out more.
The night includes a three course meal and a Q and A with Merse and friends compered
by TV personality and top comic Nick Hancock, star of They Think Its All Over. The laughter will continue with popular comedian
Lea Roberts while former BBC sports commentator Hamiton Bland will be our auctioneer, armed with his incredible collection
of sports memorabilia.
Other VIP guests include Villa legends Gary Shaw, Mark Walters, Dion Dublin, Ian Taylor,
Gordon Cowans, talkSPORT presenter Andy Gray, ex-Stoke City 1972 League Cup hero Terry Conroy and former Manchester United
player Jimmy Greenhoff. Completing the line-up is Xpro chairman Denis Smith, the legendary Stoke City defender, who was once
named in the Guiness Book of Records for being the most injured man in football - since you ask, it was five broken legs,
four broken noses, a cracked ankle, broken collar bone, chipped spine, breaking most of his fingers and toes and needing more
than 200 stitches. He also managed Sunderland, Bristol City and West Bromwich Albion.
Guests are invited from 7pm
for an 8pm start with the entertainment going on until 12 midnight.
There are three options for tickets:
A)
Sponsors’ tables: A premium position – these tables are limited and available on a first come, first serve basis.
A table of ten costs £1000 including VAT and includes: personal meet and greet with the celebrities, a signed photo
with Paul Merson, your company logo on event backdrop, menus, in a our PR and marketing material. Name check on the night.
B) Table of ten: comprises ten guests at £500 including VAT
C) Individual tickets: £50 each including VAT
Our resident photographer will be available on the night for non-sponsors to purchase photos with Merse and friends*
To book your place now please email lisa.smith@preparedpr.co.uk or call 07933 431124 for a booking form.
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