Former football legends who played for Manchester United FC are to take part in a family fun day in Trowbridge to raise cash for a local charity.
They include Wes Brown, Keith Gillespie, Russell Beardsmore, Chris Casper, Danny Webber, Nick Culkin, Danny Pugh and Ben Thornley.
Locals are being challenged to come and test their skills against the former footballers in a series of pub games.
The event is taking place at a Family Fun Day organised by the Legends Sports Bar in Castle Street on Saturday, November 16, from 12.30pm-6pm.
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Liam Tatton-Bennett, of Legends, said: “It's a day for the whole family to enjoy. This event is being organised in support of our local Ruksak charity based in Trowbridge.
“They are a fantastic local charity who provide essential items for Wiltshire people in need.”
The pub games include a penalty shootout, football kicker, table football, air hockey, shuffleboard, beer pong (either with or without the beer), darts, pool, arcade games and board games.
There will also Q&A session with the players, as well as photographic and signing opportunities. Entry is free. Food and hot and cold drinks will be available all day.
There will also be a chance for customers to meet Liverpool FC legends Jan Molby and Mark Wright on Saturday, November 22, from 5pm.
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