Today is Dave Dave in Barrow – a celebration of the life of Hairy Biker Dave Myers.
Thousands of motorcyclist have left London, being joined by countless more along the route, before arriving in Barrow town centre late afternoon.
Celebrations will centre around Barrow Town Hall, with a service of remembrance and free family entertainment.
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What’s on
The main stage and centre point of the event will be located on the Town Square, directly outside the town hall and the Forum, with performances scheduled to start at 4pm.
A food court will be near the town hall with a wide variety of local vendors, several of whom who have worked with Dave on various projects.
Entertainment kicks off at 4pm and includes Abbey Musical Society, Piper, Paris Corkhill, Sam Charnley, CandoFM, Bods, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Jess Dandy, Piper, Boom Dang foundation, Si and Liliana, Reverend’s Blessing, School of Rock, the Aerobees and Voce.
Barrow Raiders will be hosting a concert, headlined by Massive Wagons.
Also performing are Blue Nation, Maiden Cumbria, The Silver Bars, Jordan Gaffney, God Damn Smile, The Dales and Route 66.
Doors open at 2pm, with music until 11pm.
Biker procession
The main procession of bikers is expected from mid-afternoon. It will travel along the A590 to Barrow, turning along Park Road and then down Abbey Road to the town centre, turning on to Hindpool Road and then finishing at the town hall.
People are asked to stay on the pavement at all times and watch from a safe vantage point elsewhere along the route.
Drivers are strongly advised to avoid the route, particularly Hindpool Road, while the procession makes its way through Barrow (approximately 4pm to 6pm) to avoid significant delays and keep the route clear for the bikers and emergency services.
Road closures
A number of town centre roads will be closed between 3pm and 11pm around the vicinity of the town hall.
They are:
- Duke Street
- Cornwallis Street
- Market Street
- Lawson Street
Car parking
Car parking in the town centre could be limited today. People are asked not to park illegally or inconsiderately in residential areas.
Locals are asked to consider using public transport
Toilets
Toilet facilities will be provided at the rear of the Town Hall and at the Forum Theatre.
