Former Villa stars attending charity event ahead of Premier League kick-off on Saturday at The Witton Arms
Former claret and blue stars are attending a charity event ahead of Aston Villa's first home game this season on Saturday at the Witton Arms.
Aston Villa kick off their season at 12.30pm on Saturday against Newcastle United and at the Witton Arms pub is holding a charity event attended which is raising cash for the Aston Villa Foundation and Parkinson's Research.
Fans will be able to mingle with former stars Brian Little, Jimmy Rimmer, Alan Evans and Pat Heard.
Former Villa striker and manager Brian Little is one of the club's most cherished former stars and is always happy to share tales from his 1970s heyday when he lit up the league with his outrageous talent.
The Witton Arms, which only allows Villa fans in on matchday, is bringing together football, music, and charity for the special event to mark the start of the Premier League season.
From 8am, fans will be able to soak up the matchday atmosphere with an unforgettable line-up of appearances from Aston Villa legends Brian Little, Jimmy Rimmer, Alan Evans and Pat Heard.
Music fans will also be able to hear stories from Jim Simpson, the original manager of Black Sabbath, about Birmingham’s rich music history. The event will feature photo opportunities, meet-and-greets, and Q&A sessions with the football stars and music legend, alongside live entertainment and street food.
Witton Arms owner, Kiran Chavda said: “We wanted to do something that combines the passion of Premier League football, the pride in Birmingham’s music heritage, and a commitment to giving back. With these incredible guests and an important cause, we’re expecting a fantastic day for fans and families alike.
"Whether you’re a Villa supporter, a music lover, or just want to be part of a special community event, the Witton Arms is the place to be this Saturday."
