A FOOTBALL signed by Premier League players will be auctioned in a County Durham town with a historic link to the club.
In the wake of the Munich air disaster on February 6, 1958, which killed eight Manchester United players, three sportsman from Bishop Auckland FC were loaned to the team.
Sixty years on, the Manchester United Foundation has donated a signed football to be auctioned at the Mayor of Bishop Auckland, Cllr Adam Zair’s, Valentine Ball, on February 17.
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It is among a number of items to be auctioned in aid of Cllr Zair's chosen charity, the Great North Air Ambulance.
He said: “I’m very grateful to Manchester United for their support and kind donation.”
The ball will take place at Bishop Auckland Town Hall from 7.30pm until 11pm.
Tickets are priced at £35.
For details of the event and to buy tickets go to or call Bishop Auckland Town Council 01388-609852 or visit Sam Zair's Cafe.