MOTORBIKES from Hondas to Harley Davidsons roared out to the Forest of Dean for a fundraising charity ride.

The event was in aid of the Severn Freewheelers, a charity which uses motorbikes to deliver urgent medical supplies to hospitals.

Mike Hook, of the Forest of Dean Motorcycle Club who organised the event on Sunday, said more than £800 was raised.

"Despite the weather we had around 45 bikers on each of the two runs we did. The Severn Freewheelers is a very good cause to raise money for.

"The next time we come across them could be when they're saving our lives."

"The Forest of Dean Motorcycle club would like to thank those that donated raffle prizes, who turned out for the ride and donated, and everyone who helped us in any way."

Mike took part in the ride on his brand new 2.3 litre Triumph Rocket 3.

There were two rides during the day leaving from the Xerox Social Club in Mitcheldean.

The ride went through the Forest to Monmouth and across to Chepstow before returning to Mitcheldean.