Thousands of motorcyclists are expected to take part in Dave Day next month, with organisers hoping to make the final event the biggest yet.
The event was set up in memory of Hairy Biker and celebrity chef Dave Myers, who died from cancer in 2024, and for the last three years has raised funds to be shared between the NSPCC’s Childline service and local causes in Barrow.
Dave Day 3: The Last Ride Home will be the final year of the event, which has raised more than £120,000 since 2024 for Childline, and will take place on June 20 with thousands of bikers set to ride from Ace Café in London to Dave’s home town of Barrow-in-Furness.
More than £12,000 has already been donated to this year’s event, and while donations are still very welcome, organisers are keen to see and hear support from the public along the way.
Jason Woodcock said: “We’re hoping to make the final Dave Day ride the biggest and best yet, and we’re hugely grateful to everyone who has already signed up, donated, or offered support. The amazing team at M6 TOLL have agreed to free passage for all riders, and Amber Taverns have stepped in as the main sponsor which is really wonderful.
“If every biker who takes part donates just five pounds, we could smash the combined total raised in 2024 and 2025, and all that money goes to terrific causes which were close to Dave’s heart. If you can’t donate, then cheering us on from a safe spot as we pass would mean a lot to us all too!”
Ella Murphy, from the NSPCC’s Volunteer Fundraising Board, said: “Dave Day has been a truly wonderful event since it was set up and a really amazing way to remember Dave Myers and the causes close to his heart.
“We’re extremely grateful that one of those causes is our Childline service, which is available to offer free, confidential support to children and young people across the UK around the clock. Every £4 raised could help one of our counsellors answer a call from a child who desperately needs support, and we hope everyone gets behind the final Dave Day as enthusiastically as they have in previous years.”
After leaving London, riders will stop at Oxford, the National Motorcycle Museum, then at services in Knutsford and Lancaster before arriving at Barrow Town Hall for celebrations.
Full details of the ride routes and timings can be found on the Dave Day Facebook group. You can donate to this year’s Dave Day by clicking here or going to gofundme.com and searching for “Dave Day 3 The Last Ride Home”.
