Ricky Hatton Memorial Route Announced: Hyde to Manchester Cathedral and Etihad Stadium
Fans, friends, and admirers of the late boxing legend Ricky Hatton will come together on Friday, 10th October 2025, for a special memorial procession celebrating his life and legacy. The tribute will take the form of a journey from his hometown of Gee Cross, Hyde, to Manchester Cathedral, before continuing on to the Etihad Stadium.
The procession will begin at 9:45am from the Cheshire Cheese in Gee Cross, Hyde, a location close to Ricky’s roots. Along the way, there will be several stops and pauses that highlight significant places in his life and career, giving supporters the chance to pay their respects at meaningful points on the route.
Key Stops Along the Route
The memorial procession will include:
- Start: Cheshire Cheese, Gee Cross, Hyde
- Pause: Harehill Tavern
- Pause: The New Inn for a Dove Release
- Pause: Hatton’s Gym
- Pass: Hyde Town Hall
- Pass: Betta Bodies Gym
- Pass: AO Arena
- Arrive: Manchester Cathedral at 12pm
- After Memorial: Continuation to the Etihad Stadium
Each stage of the route is significant, connecting locations that were part of Hatton’s life both inside and outside of boxing. From his training grounds at Hatton’s Gym to the AO Arena, where countless boxing nights created memories for fans, the journey symbolizes his lasting impact on Manchester and the sport as a whole.
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A Fitting Tribute
The memorial service at Manchester Cathedral at 12pm will serve as the central moment of remembrance. Following the service, the procession will continue to the Etihad Stadium, home of Hatton’s beloved Manchester City, bringing together both his sporting and personal passions in one final tribute.
This carefully planned route ensures that the community can join together in celebrating Ricky Hatton’s life, sharing stories, and honoring the man who brought pride to Manchester through his achievements in the ring and his personality outside of it.
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