Hovis' Funeral Arrangments

[Drew Carey]

Hiya all, just a small update. Parking is being looked at for all bikes so they are seperate from cars. The pub next to the church has been contacted and he has said that they will open up so people can use it as a toilet / rest stop (food will also be available if required). We are confirming whether the car park there will be exclusively for bikes or not. Will update you all soon.

Secondly, I have been informed that the Cremation service is open to anyone who wishes to attend. Parking for that will be tight, probably chaotic, but it is being looked at too.


On a personal note, I have recieved a lovely email from the family in which they have mentioned their gratitude for all the messages and tributes posted to Hovis. Some have been printed off and shown to Joyce and she found it comforting. In time they will be printing off the whole RIP thread and picking suitable ones to colate for Joyce to read further. They commented on how the forum all wore their hearts on their sleaves and it showed how highly he was regarded and loved by this little corner of his biking life.
Drew

[Drew Carey]

PLEASE NOTE - As as been posted in some regions on the org. The Wales rally starts on the 22nd so it is likely that the police will be out in force. I am not suggesting anyone will, but please be sensible.

Also, the road up to the church and the pub is extremely gravelled in places so please take it slowly. Should anyone be unfortunate to have any issues of any kind, then please let me know and James (family member in the police) has said he will try and help with recovery or moving to a safe location as much as possible. We are expecting between 100 and 150 bikes on the day, so please all be careful.

[Drew Carey]

Last update all. As a suggestion, it may be a good idea for all bikes to bring a sidestand puck with them. The pub is mostly loose gravel and we don't want any accidents.

Finally, there is a wake taking place at the local club near to the family home. Details will be sorted later, but the family have said they would love to see whomever wishes.