Dave Day: Thousands head to Cumbria to honour Hairy Biker Dave Myers
The 66 year old passed away in February following a battle with cancer
Last updated 8th Jun 2024
Hairy Biker Dave Myers will be remembered this weekend in a charity motorbike ride-out today (Saturday 8 June) - called “I’m having a Dave Day.”
Dave Day sees bikers from across the UK and beyond take part in a 300 mile trek from North London to Dave’s hometown of Barrow in Cumbria.
The ride is being led by Dave's close friend and Hairy Bikers co-star Si King.
Thousands of motorcyclists have taken part.
The memorial ride started at 7am at Ace Café on London's North Circular road - with four stops along the way in Oxford, Solihull, Knutsford, and Kendal.
The voyage finishes at Barrow Town Hall shortly before 4pm.
Riders can take part in the entire journey, or they can join or leave the convoy at any of the rest points.
Non-riders can also attend each of the stops to show their support.
The final location in Barrow will feature food stalls, events and afternoon speeches, plus there will be a festival of Dave at the Barrow Raiders Rugby Club with performances from Massive Wagons and other local bands.
“I’m having a Dave Day!” is raising money for two charities: The Institute for Cancer Research, London and Childline.
Dave Myers died aged 66 in February following a two-year battle with cancer.
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