Poole & Bournemouth saw The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride roll through today — with over £100,000 raised

Poole and Bournemouth had a very stylish moment today as The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride rolled through the area — and it’s been a huge success, with over £100,000 raised for charity.

Riders turned out on classic and vintage-styled motorcycles, dressed in their finest, for an event that’s about much more than just a great-looking convoy. The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride brings people together to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health.

We spoke about it in the studio last week

If you caught Sparky’s show last week, you’ll remember we had a Distinguished Gentleman in the studio chatting about the ride and what it supports — and it was brilliant to see that community spirit turn into such an incredible result out on the roads today.

What The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is all about

The event began in Sydney, Australia, founded by Mark Hawwa, inspired by a photo of Mad Men’s Don Draper on a classic motorbike in a sharp suit. The idea was simple: create a themed ride that connects motorcycle communities — while doing real good for men’s health.

That same spirit was on display locally today, with riders and supporters out in force as the event passed through Poole and Bournemouth.

Why it matters

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride supports men’s health initiatives through Movember, helping fund projects focused on prostate cancer and mental health — two issues that affect so many families, friends and communities.

Find out more

If you’d like to learn more about the event and what it supports, you can read about it here:
https://gentlemansride.com/about