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Dave Day Motorcycle Memorial Surpasses Fundraising Goal in Barrow-in-Furness

Organisers say the event’s broad fundraising efforts are poised to outgrow last year’s £127,460.60 through bike registrations, ticket sales, merchandise, online giving, bucket collections

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Overview

  • Approximately 30,000 bikers rode from London to Barrow-in-Furness on June 21-22 for a weekend tribute that included concerts, a motorcycle exhibition and the Dave Myers Memorial Trophy football match.
  • The online fundraiser topped its £20,000 target shortly after the weekend and is set to exceed the £127,460.60 raised in 2024 for NSPCC Childline and CancerCare North Lancashire and South Cumbria.
  • Widow Liliana Myers praised the “magical and unique” atmosphere and thanked local authorities, residents and event partners for their support.
  • NSPCC, CancerCare and Cumbria Police commended the well-organised event and highlighted its positive impact on community spirit and local businesses.
  • Barrow BID has invited town centre enterprises to provide feedback on the economic and social benefits of hosting thousands of visitors for the two-day event.