Disabled kids treated to VIP day at Watford Football Club

Fourteen children and their carers observed the pitch from the dugout, executive box and media area during the recent visit.

The visit was made possible by sponsors Alan Day Motor Group and the Barrie Wells Trust, that specialises in VIP experiences for seriously ill or disabled children.

Paul Tanner, Alan Day Motor Group's CEO, was present at the Preston North End match, alongside David Walker, ambassador for the Barrie Wells Trust, Des Rogers, group operations director, and Jason Sayers, sales manager.

The children took a seat at the media conference table, where the manager usually sits (Image: Alan Day Motor Group)

Mr Tanner, who operates sales and service centres for the the motor group, said: "It’s great to be partnered with such a fabulous charity like the Barrie Wells Trust and I hope all the youngsters had a brilliant day out.

"I’m delighted to have played a part in making this special event happen."

Jason Sayers, a general sales manager at the motor group and organiser of the event, arranged the day's activities which took place on Saturday.

Kyle Plimmer holds up a signed Watford shirt (Image: Alan Day Motor Group)

During the visit the children were given the behind-the-scenes experience of a tour of Watford's home dressing room, the chance to witness the pitch-side view from the dugouts and a visit to the media area.

Following this, they were given goodie bags containing signed shirts and scarves autographed by all the players before enjoying lunch.

The day concluded with them watching the match from a VIP enclosure.

The Alan Day Motor Group's involvement extends beyond the one-off event, as they are also the official sponsors of Watford's kit vans and work actively with the men's and ladies' teams.