24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Western Telegraph
Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2024: Llanelli to Llandeilo
The annual ride, which raises funds and awareness for men's mental health and prostate cancer research, saw impeccably dressed riders on classic and vintage motorcycles take to the roads of Carmarthenshire.
Riders outside the Cawdor in Llandeilo (Image: Stuart Ladd) A convoy of motorcyles leaves Llandeilo on Sunday (Image: Stuart Ladd)
Setting off from UN1T 7, a popular biker café in Llanelli, the convoy enjoyed sunshine and scenic views as they cruised through the Towy Valley before making a striking pit stop at the Cawdor Hotel in Llandeilo. Spectators were treated to a gleaming display of motorcycles that brought traffic to a temporary halt, with many stopping to snap photos of the unique spectacle.
Bikers arrive outside the Cawdor in Llandeilo (Image: Stuart Ladd)
From Llandeilo, the riders crossed the River Towy and meandered along country lanes to Llanarthne, where they received special access to the National Botanic Garden of Wales. There, against the backdrop of the Great Glasshouse, the group created a picture-perfect moment for onlookers and participants alike.
A wave from two riders (Image: Stuart Ladd) Riders outside the Great Glasshouse (Image: Stuart Ladd) Motorbikes lined up at the Botanical Gardens (Image: Stuart Ladd)The convoy later made its way back to Llanelli, retracing its route in the afternoon sun.
This year's local ride, organised by Dan Stickland, has already raised close to £4,000. Across Wales, similar rides took place in Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Rhyl, Swansea and Ystradgynlais, joining over 1,000 coordinated events held simultaneously in 108 countries.
Since its inception in 2012, The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride has raised nearly 60 million US dollars for men's health causes globally.
