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An Evening With The Football Characters: Merson, Dublin & Morrison
The annual sporting dinner at Edgbaston returns in spectacular style for 2026 with ‘An Evening with the Football Characters’. A night packed with personality, passion and priceless football stories. Taking place on Thursday 26 November in the prestigious Banqueting Suite at Edgbaston Stadium, this highly anticipated event in Birmingham brings together three of the game’s biggest and boldest personalities: Dion Dublin, Clinton Morrison and Paul Merson.
Known for their honesty, humour and unforgettable experiences from life at the top of the game, nothing is off-limits for this stellar panel. From dressing room secrets and transfer sagas to hot topics in today’s football world, expect candid opinions, hilarious behind-the-scenes moments and incredible insight.
Guests will enjoy a superb three-course meal in Edgbaston’s Banqueting Suite, with TV presenter host Pete Graves guiding the evening’s conversation and drawing out the very best stories from this lively trio. Big laughs, big personalities and brilliant football nostalgia are guaranteed, making this one of the standout Midlands sporting dinners of the year.
Whether entertaining clients, rewarding staff or enjoying an unforgettable night out with friends, this promises to be a truly special evening of football entertainment. Secure your places today!
Silver Package
Reserved places within The Banqueting Suite
Three course dinner
Entertaining interview with Dion Dublin, Clinton Morrison & Paul Merson
Event hosted by Pete Graves (Sky Sports)
Auction
Raffle
Pay bar facilities
Gold Package
All Silver Package elements as above
Access to the VIP reception with pay bar facility
Welcome drink on arrival
Group photo opportunity with Dion Dublin, Clinton Morrison & Paul Merson
Logo on our event menu cards (Tables of 10 only)
Reserved places on a premium positioned table within The Banqueting Suite
Event Itinerary
From 6.30pm: Arrival
7.20pm: Sit down
7.30pm: Introduction: Pete Graves (Sky Sports)
7.35pm: Three course dinner is served
9.05pm: Auction
9.35pm: Q & A with special guests
10.35pm: Raffle is drawn
10.45pm: Dinner concludes. Bar remains open!
Midnight: Venue closes
Banqueting Suite (Edgbaston Cricket Ground), Birmingham
Lunch With The Three Lions: Paul Gascoigne, David Seaman & Stuart Pearce
Celebrate the festive season in style with an exceptional sporting lunch experience in London, as Lunch with the Three Lions arrives at the iconic 5* JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane. This premium event promises an afternoon of top-notch hospitality, entertainment and unforgettable sporting insight, making it the perfect occasion for corporate entertaining, client hosting, or a memorable day out with family and friends.
The occasion will bring together three true England football icons; David Seaman, Stuart Pearce, and the legendary Paul Gascoigne. Together, they will take to the stage to share stories from their illustrious careers, offering behind-the-scenes insight into life at the very top of international football, dressing room moments, and their experiences representing England on the biggest stages.
Guests can expect a premium dining experience in one of London’s most prestigious venues, a complimentary bar of beers, wines & soft drinks, combined with engaging live interviews, audience Q&A opportunities and a lively, sociable atmosphere throughout.
Whether you are looking to reward your team, entertain valued clients, or simply enjoy a unique day out surrounded by fellow football fans, this sporting lunch offers the perfect blend of luxury and nostalgia. Secure your place now at this standout London corporate lunch and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon in the company of genuine England football legends.
Silver Package
Reserved places within The Ballroom at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel London, Park Lane
Welcome drink on arrival
Three course lunch
Complimentary beers, house wines and soft drinks
Interview with our special guests
Live opera singer
Event hosted by Pete Graves
Auction & Raffle
Gold Package
All Silver Package elements as above
Access to the VIP reception
Group photo opportunity with our special guests
Company logo on event menu cards (full table bookings only)
Reserved places on a premium positioned table within The Ballroom at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel London, Park Lane
Event Itinerary
From 11.30am: Arrival. Complimentary bar of beers, house wines and soft drinks is open.
12.20pm: Sit Down
12.30pm: Introduction: Pete Graves
12.35pm: Lunch is served
1.15pm: Live opera singer between courses.
2.05pm: Auction
2.30pm: Our special guests with Pete Graves
3.30pm: End of formal proceedings. Complimentary bar closes. Pay bar remains open
4.00pm: The facility closes & guests depart
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, London
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