Lioness Keira Walsh becomes ambassador for Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary
Date published: 17 February 2024
Photo: Lee Harris and leeharrisphoto.com
Keira Walsh with her dog Narla
Lioness Keira Walsh ihas linked up with Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary as the England and Barcelona midfielder has become an ambassador for the charity.
Rochdale-born Keira will work alongside president, Gemma Atkinson in helping promote the 55-acre sanctuary, where horses, mules, donkeys, sheep, pigs and more live out their lives and dogs, cats and small animals are rehomed.
Keira, who won Euro 22 with England and was named player of the match in the final, said: “Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary holds a special place in my heart.
“I’ve been visiting this sanctuary with my family since I was a child, surrounded by the love and care they provide to animals in need.
“As an animal lover, I believe in giving every creature a second chance, whether they’re traditional pets or the farm animals that find refuge here.
“Becoming an ambassador for Bleakholt is an honour, and I’m committed to spreading awareness about their vital work.”
Sanctuary manager Karen Weed said: “We are delighted to welcome Keira as an ambassador at Bleakholt.
“We know of Keira’s love of animals and for her to want to invest her time in helping to promote Bleakholt is wonderful. We can’t wait to welcome her to Bleakholt again when the football season finishes.”
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