Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride – hundreds ride in Oxford

Taking part in the Oxford Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, the event raised more than £34,000 for men’s health charities on Sunday, May 17.

Dressed smartly in “dapper” outfits, the participants rode through Oxfordshire on classic and vintage-style motorcycles.

The ride included a stop at Radcliffe Square in Oxford for a public photo opportunity and finished at the Kingsley Café in Eynsham.

Distinguished Gentlemen’s Bike Ride in Oxford, 2026 (Image: Iaroslava Ershova)

Distinguished Gentlemen’s Bike Ride in Oxford, 2026 (Image: Iaroslava Ershova)

The event wrapped up with a family-friendly social gathering featuring food, drinks and live music.

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is the world’s largest motorcycling charity event, taking place this year in more than 1,000 cities across 100 countries.

Cities include New York, Mumbai and Los Angeles. In total more than £5.4m has been raised globally.

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It raises funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health through the Movember Foundation.

Founded in Sydney by Mark Hawwa, the event was inspired by a photo of Don Draper from Mad Men, who was pictured riding a classic motorcycle in a suit.

The organisers also thanked Brasenose College, on behalf of all the frontages of Radcliffe Square, for hosting them.

Donations are still being accepted via the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride website.

Next year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, May 16, 2027.