MORE than 250 people gathered together for a charity memorial event to celebrate the life of a man who died after being attacked outside a Yeadon pub.

Richard Davies, 52, was left with fatal head injuries when he was punched outside the Aviator in 2015. He died four days later, on June 4, in Leeds General Infirmary's intensive care unit.

Friends, relatives and colleagues gathered at Horsforth Cricket Club to mark the second anniversary of his death and to raise funds for the LGI.

The charity football match was organised by his son Antony Davies and friend Lee Poole.

In a statement this week Mr Davies' family said: "His family and friends wanted to bring everyone together who loved him to mark the anniversary of his death and raise funds for the ICU who fought tooth and nail to try and save his life.

"The Old Rawdon AFC, made up of Richard’s friends and The Young Guns United, made up of Antony’s friends played a thrilling football match which at one point looked like the older generation were running rings around the younger boys. The Young Guns however rallied back to bring the game closer and with a last minute dubious decision from the special guest premiership referee John Moss the boys obtained a penalty, which captain Antony Davies cleanly slotted away to end the game in a four-four draw. The match then continued to penalties and the Young Guns nerve paid off when they won the match and lifted the cup. Man of the match was decided by the referee and was presented to Andy Carlton of Old Rawdon AFC."

Andy Hardisty of Hardisty and Co, one of the sponsors of the event said: "Today is an absolute testament to the love that everyone felt for Richard and the generosity and kindness of all involved has been absolutely amazing."

Ornella, Mr Davies' wife and her two children Antony and Annabel said they were overwhelmed with the turnout and the help on the day, as well as the donations, raffle prizes and auction gifts. They thanked everyone who had helped, in particular CLG Mechanical & Electrical and Metalcraft, both where Mr Davies had worked, and who sponsored the day.

Ornella, Antony and Anabel presented the Intensive Care Unit with a cheque for £3,200 which was raised at the event.

The family said: "Due to the success of the day the family and friends now plan to continue this memorial as an annual event. Ornella, Antony and Annabel were so proud that so many people turned up, and again a very heartfelt thank you goes to all."