Motorcyclists battled thick fog and poor visibility to complete a 58-mile Ring of Red Remembrance Ride across the Isle of Wight on Sunday (8th November).
Despite challenging weather conditions, riders turned out for the annual event, which brought motorcyclists together to honour those who lost their lives in the service of their country.
The riders travelled through pea-souper fog, stopping at Café Verde in Fort Victoria Country Park, Yarmouth, where they were welcomed with hot food and drinks before continuing towards Newport.
The group arrived in the County Town in time for the Remembrance Sunday service, joining others paying their respects to Britain’s fallen servicemen and women.
The ride also raised £180 for The Veteran Ryde, an organisation supporting veterans on the Isle of Wight.
Following the event, the organiser thanked everyone who had braved the difficult conditions to take part, describing the ride as an opportunity to make new friends, socialise and remember those who had served.
Special thanks were given to Julia Stevenson, whose original vision had led to the creation of the Ring of Red Remembrance Rides.
Lorraine Harvey, of Café Verde, was also thanked for opening early to provide much-needed refreshments, while photographer Simon Dear was praised for capturing the riders despite the particularly challenging conditions.
The organiser said the photographs had exceeded expectations, adding that the generosity of those taking part had made the occasion especially rewarding.
The Ring of Red Remembrance Ride combines a shared passion for motorcycling with an opportunity to honour the Armed Forces and raise money for veterans’ causes.
