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For nearly 50 years, Liverpool Stadium on Bixteth Street stood as one of the UK’s most iconic boxing venues. Opening in 1932 as Britain’s first purpose-built boxing arena, it played host to countless British and World title fights, high-level amateur contests, and even events beyond the ring — from wrestling to political rallies to legendary rock concerts in the 1970s.

Now, decades after its closure, the site is being honoured once more. A memorial stone has been unveiled in nearby St Paul’s Square, crowdfunded by the Merseyside Former Boxers Association to commemorate the venue’s incredible legacy. Â鶹Éç Radio Merseyside’s Marc Gaier visited the new memorial and spoke to former amateur boxer Terry Kavanagh about what made the stadium such a vital part of the city’s sporting and cultural history.