A QUIET space for people to remember Hyde boxing legend Ricky Hatton MBE will be held on the first anniversary of his death.
St Barnabas Church in Hattersley will open its doors on Monday (September 14), giving friends, supporters and the wider community a chance to reflect on the former two-weight world champion’s life and legacy.
The contemplative memorial service will take place between 7pm and 9pm, with people welcome to drop in at any point during the evening.
Those attending can sit quietly, reflect, pray or light a candle in Ricky’s memory.
There is no expectation for anyone to stay for the full two hours, with the evening intended to provide a calm space where people can remember Ricky – whose boxing nickname was ‘The Hitman’ – in their own way.
A Mental Health First Aider will also be available throughout the evening for anyone who may need support.
The service comes a year after Ricky, who was 46, was found dead at his home on September 14, 2025.
His death sent shockwaves through Hyde, Tameside and the wider boxing world, with thousands of people later lining the streets to pay their respects as his coffin made its way through Gee Cross, Hattersley and Hyde town centre.
Ricky grew up in Hattersley and became one of the most successful British boxers of his generation, winning world titles at light-welterweight and welterweight.
The not-for-profit Ricky Hatton Foundation was established following his death, with the aim of creating a lasting legacy reflecting the impact he had on so many people’s lives.
The memorial evening at St Barnabas Church, on Hattersley Road East, is open to everyone.
The charity has thanked the church for creating a space where Ricky’s friends, supporters and the wider community can come together to remember him.