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Thousands of Motorcyclists Honor Dave Myers in London-to-Barrow 'Dave Day' Procession

Spectators lined motorway bridges to cheer riders in a procession raising funds for cancer and children’s charities under heightened safety measures.

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Overview

  • The convoy set off from the Ace Cafe in London and traveled north along the M6 and A590 before arriving in Barrow-in-Furness in mid-afternoon.
  • Si King led the ride with Dave Myers’s widow, Lili, riding as a pillion passenger through Lancashire and Cumbria.
  • Fans gathered at Knutsford Services, Preston bridges and Burton-in-Kendal to wave and applaud as bikers passed.
  • National Highways, local authorities and Lancashire Police coordinated traffic advisories, crowd barriers and an increased police presence to manage safety.
  • Local businesses saw a surge in visitors over the two-day event and organisers raised further donations for cancer and children’s charities while planning future editions.