Leicester City Players Spread Festive Cheer to Residents at Graysford Hall Care Home

Leicester City players visited Graysford Hall care home in Stoneygate this month to help the residents celebrate Christmas.

Alan ‘The Birch’ Birchenall was joined by Danny Ward, Harry Souttar and Kasey McAteer, donating gifts to the residents at the care home, and enjoying a game of carpet bowls during their visit.

The trio also posed for photos with residents and their family members and donated gifts, funded by the Men’s First Team squad.

The visit was part of the Club’s festive schedule to businesses across Leicester.

Alan Birchenall, former English footballer and club ambassador said: “There are a lot of people in the background at the Club who work incredibly hard in organising these kind of visits and days – it’s not an easy job. I’d like to say a big thank you to everyone involved, there are too many people to mention individually but they deserve huge credit.

“I had the biggest shock I’ve had for a while seeing my old team-mate Gerry Summers in Graysford Hall. I made my debut at Sheffield United and he was an experienced first team player there. He guided me as a young 17-year-old in my early days as a professional.”

Rukmi Silva, Home Manager at Graysford Hall, said: “We had a truly unforgettable evening at Graysford Hall. Leicester City players brought joy, Christmas presents, and shared delightful moments playing carpet bowls with our residents. Our sincerest thanks to Harry Souttar, Danny Ward, Kasey McAteer, Alan Birchenall, James and the wonderful team for organising such a memorable occasion.”