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Kelly talks chickens, plastic and Teslas in eco-friendly school visit

Crystal Palace defender Martin Kelly shared his passion for the environment and sustainable living with local schoolchildren this week, when he joined Palace for Life Foundation for an eco-focused assembly and school tour with a difference.

The 29-year-old visited Rockmount Primary School in Crystal Palace and was shown around the 'Edible Playground', with pupils proudly showing off their vegetable garden and resident chickens.

Kelly, who drives an electric car and has recently started growing his own fruit and vegetables at home, told Palace TV: "It’s taken me right back to my childhood going back to school!