Bikers set for Ride of Respect
Tuesday 1st February 2011, 12:38PM GMT.
Can’t see video? Update Adobe Flash Player
Video may take a moment to load. Return to Video Index
Hundreds of motorcyclists are expected to take part in a 22-mile Ride of Respect in Shropshire this April to support British forces fighting in Afghanistan.
The regional ride, starting at Meole Brace Park and Ride, Shrewsbury, and ending at RAF Cosford, Telford, will take place on April 3, starting at 8am, to raise money for the Afghan Heroes charity.
Event organiser Dave Porter said: “This year we’re doing rides to local RAF bases and we’re trying to get as many bikers involved as a way of saying thank you to the soldiers and raising as much money as we can for the charity.
“The first event was held last year and it was intended to be a one off but it just exploded, it went hell for leather, so we’re having another one this year.
“We will be riding for about 15 hours on the day. Anyone who owns a bike can take part but we will be riding on the motorways.
“I need to know who wants to take part for insurance reasons and to inform the police.”
The Ride of Respect will cost a minimum donation of £5 but it is hoped that thousands of pounds will be raised on the day.
For more information and to register to take part, visit www.facebook.com and search for Ride of Respect Shropshire 2011 or visit www.rideofrespect.co.uk
UK News
Most Commented
- Shropshire Council will face £8m redundancy bill
- Clampdown on Shrewsbury chuggers
- Bishop's gay marriage views do nothing to support bible teachings
- Letter: Alcohol price plans annoy me
- Letter: Angered by close encounter of the furred kind
- Letter: No sense in overseas job adverts
- Planners refuse to leave bus on Newport visit
Shropshire Star on Twitter
Keep updated with the latest breaking news and content on our Twitter feed.
Lifestyle
Interactive Dining Out map
Hundreds of reviews by the Shropshire Star and Express & Star's teams to help you decide where to eat.
Entertainment
All the film reviews
Before you plan a trip to the pictures, get our critics' verdicts on all the latest movie releases.
OUR NEW APP
Get the new Shropshire Star app
Download the Shropshire Star’s new app to your iPad or iPhone to get one week of access to our digital newspapers absolutely FREE.
shropshirestar.com
Popular sections
Useful links
