A 150-Bike Veloce Club Convoy Through Hertfordshire
On Sunday 17th May, Veloce Club proudly hosts our edition of The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride—a global movement uniting riders of classic and vintage motorcycles to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research.
This year, we’re bringing together an incredible 150-bike convoy, creating a truly striking presence on the road. It’s more than just a ride—it’s a moving statement of style, solidarity, and purpose.
The Ride Experience
We roll out together from Veloce Club in Hitchin, 150 riders strong—engines rumbling beneath tailored suits and polished helmets.
The ride begins with a steady cruise through Hitchin town centre, where the scale of the convoy really comes to life. It’s a moment that captures the essence of DGR: visibility, community, and raising awareness in a way that turns heads for all the right reasons.
From there, we flow out into the surrounding countryside, settling into a relaxed and considered pace suited to a large group ride. The route has been carefully planned to accommodate the convoy while still delivering some of the best roads in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.
One of the standout moments comes as we pass through Shuttleworth and Old Warden, where open countryside and historic surroundings provide a perfect backdrop for the ride.
The final leg brings us back through familiar villages before returning to Veloce Club—where the ride continues off the bikes with drinks, conversation, and celebration.
Here is a link to the GPX file >>
Here is the link to the Google Map >>
Route Itinerary
Here’s the full route in order with approximate times
🏁 8am Veloce Club, Hitchin
- 8:00 Veloce Club is open for bacon rolls and coffee!
- 9:40 food and coffee orders stop
- 9:45 rider meet-up, briefing
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10:15 departure point
📍 10:25 Hitchin Town Centre
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Slow, visible cruise through the town
📍 10:35 Henlow Camp
📍 10:40 Henlow Village
📍 10:50 Stanford
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Quiet rural stretch - ideal flowing section of the ride
📍 10:55 Shuttleworth
- Regroup on the long entrance for Shuttleworth - ride in togethe
- Stop for 1 hour
📍 12:05 Old Warden
📍12:20 Ireland (local hamlet)
📍 12:20 Shefford
📍 12:30 Lower Stondon
📍 12:35 Henlow Camp
🏁 12:45 Finish: Veloce Club
- 12:45 arrival
- Drinks, socialising and celebrations!
- Competition prizes awarded
Ride in Style
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is as much about presentation as it is about purpose. Sharp tailoring, classic bikes, and attention to detail all play a part.
To mark the occasion, we’ve created a limited Veloce Club piece for the ride:
👉 Shop the Veloce Club X DGR ride T-shirt:
https://www.veloceclub.co.uk/products/gentlemans-ride-veloceclub-tshirt
👉 Shop the Veloce Club X DGR keyring:
https://www.veloceclub.co.uk/products/veloce-club-x-distinguished-gentleman-s-ride-2026-leather-keyring
Perfect for the day itself or as a keepsake from the ride.
Why We Ride
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride supports Movember, funding vital work in:
- Prostate cancer research
- Men’s mental health
- Suicide prevention
Every rider, every donation, and every mile contributes to a global effort to improve men’s health.
Join the Convoy
With 150 bikes set to take part, this is shaping up to be one of the most memorable Veloce Club rides of the year.
Whether you’re riding or supporting, this is your chance to be part of something bigger.
Dress sharp. Ride together. Make it count.
