THOUSANDS of motorcyclists set off from Laindon on a popular annual charity bike run on Sunday.
The 16th annual Harwich Motorcycle Run and Family Festival, in aid of the Essex Air Ambulance, saw about 5,000 bikes make the 60-mile trip from Dunton to Harwich, where riders enjoyed a festival onHarwich Green.
Gates opened in Dunton at 8am, with visitors entertained by Britain’s Got Talent’s Boldog Smx who performed a special stunt show.
Attractions for bikers included displays and dealer stands from Jim Aim Motorcycles and TK Cope Motorcycles, as well as a charity auction of framed photos signed by MotoGPriders such as Gino Rea and AlexMarquez.
There was also stalls, livemusic, craft and community stands and an inflatable fun zone.
Jackie Brown, the event’s communications manager, said: “It was fantastic.
We had a great turnout with about 5,000 riders. It’s the 16th year in a row. Boldog Smx were great and thrilled the crowds.”
Essex and Herts Air Ambulance events manager Wendy Marcon- Knightley said: “We’re delighted with suchafantastic turnout of bikers arriving in Harwich.
“There was a great atmosphere both at Dunton and at Harwich, with a real sense of thecommunity coming together in support of their local air ambulance.
“I‘d like to thank all the bikers that took part and everyone who came along and supported the event, helping to raise vital funds for the charity.
“It really has been an exciting and memorable day, and we look forward to next year’smotorcycle run.”
Essex Air Ambulance"s 16th annual Motorcycle Run
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