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Frank Bruno to support charity football match
Former heavyweight champion Frank Bruno will be among those joining Thames Valley Police and partners to support a charity football event in Stewkley later this month.
Organised by Police Community Support Officer Tina Hobson from the Wing North neighbourhood, the event will take place in Stewkley on Sunday July 18 to help raise money for the charity Child Victims of Crime, a national police charity.
Six football teams will be taking part in the tournament, including staff from Thames Valley Police, Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue, Aylesbury Vale District Council, a leisure centre in Buckinghamshire and a local team from Stewkley,
As well as the football tournament, there will be an auction and a raffle with prizes including a signed football shirt from former MK Dons player Nigel Quashie, two tickets to watch a game at Luton FC, a stadium tour and museum visit for four people at Liverpool FC and much more. During the event, a barbecue, an ice-cream van, a bouncy castle and fun fair stalls will be available.
As well as Frank Bruno's support for the event, two players from MK Lions basketball club will be coming to show off their skills, give tips to the children in the multi use games area and donate a signed item to the auction or raffle.
The police van will be present with the Wing North neighbourhood policing team and possibly Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and Aylesbury Vale District Council, providing security advice, crime prevention information and they will be on hand if anyone wants to discuss any concerns or issues.
PCSO Tina Hobson, said: "This event is a community event where everyone is invited to come along and enjoy a day of competitive football, fun and ultimately raise as much money as possible for Child Victims of Crime.
"There will be loads of activities going on, as well as the football for everyone of all ages to enjoy, with great prizes for the raffle and auction.
"I hope as many people as possible come along with their family and friends and have a great day out."
The event will take place at The Pavilion, Stewkley Recreation Ground, Soulbury Road, Stewkley from 2pm.
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