Sixty years ago, on July 30, 1966, Kenneth Farrington experienced what he describes as the greatest, most memorable day of his life: attending the World Cup final at Wembley Stadium. Farrington, then 16, watched England defeat West Germany in a dramatic match, a memory that has remained vivid for him over the decades.
His attendance at the historic game was secured by a workmate, Syd Manning, who insisted Farrington join him. Initially hesitant, Farrington believed watching on television would suffice, but Manning's insistence that he might "never get the chance again to attend a World Cup Final" proved persuasive.
The ticket for the standing area behind the goal, where Geoff Hurst later scored his third goal to complete his hat-trick, cost 25 shillings. For Farrington, who worked as a transport clerk, this represented just over a quarter of his weekly wage. In today's currency, that ticket would amount to approximately £1.25.
Farrington's recollection is one of many shared by readers with BBC Your Voice as the 60th anniversary of England's victory approaches. The final itself was a closely contested match, with England ultimately triumphing 4-2 after extra time. The event remains a significant moment in English sporting history.