Motorway shut for mass biker charity ride-out
The A5 and M54 were closed to the public for the event
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Thousands of bikers have taken part in a ride-out on Shropshire roads to raise money for charity.
The convoy set off on a 26-mile route from Meole Brace, in Shrewsbury, at 10:30 BST on Sunday as part of the Bike4Life Ride Out and Festival.
About 3,500 riders drove in convoy along stretches of motorway that had been closed for the event, to reach the festival site at Weston Park on the Shropshire-Staffordshire border, organisers said.
Former World Superbike champion Carl Fogarty is attending the festival, which aims to raise money for the Midlands Air Ambulance charity.
The ride-out followed the A5, M54 and A41 to the event's home at Weston Park, with the A5 and M54 shut to other drivers for a time.
Highways agencies had previously advised motorists to avoid travelling at the same time and allow extra time around related traffic restrictions.
The road closures have since been lifted.
Drone captures bikers arriving at Weston Park after huge ride-out
Visitors to Weston Park have been promised celebrity guest appearances, live music, food and stunt shows.
Among celebrities expected to attend are Bez from the Happy Mondays and former professional motorcycle racer James Whitham.
Bikers arrived at Weston Park in convoy
The event is raising money for the Midlands Air Ambulance charity
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