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Bikers dressed as bunnies descend on Bristol
Bikers dressed as bunnies descended on Bristol on Saturday for a charity ride to raise awareness of childhood cancer.
The event, held for the second year, was organised in memory of Raeyah Evans Rice, who died in 2023 aged just four after being diagnosed with stage four high-risk nephroblastoma.
Riders set off from the Yard in Dundry before arriving at Millennium Square just before 1.30pm.
The group later travelled on to Bristol Children’s Hospital to deliver toys and equipment donated by local businesses and the wider community for children spending Easter on the wards.
The special Easter event was to held to raise awareness of childhood cancer
Raeyah’s Hand of Support was created by Kevin Rice and his partner Becky Evans to highlight the need for more awareness and funding for children undergoing long-term cancer treatment.
“This is more than just a ride – this event is about showing families they are not alone, especially during what can be an incredibly difficult time,” said the couple.
“It also brings together a supportive community of people who have experienced the loss of a child, alongside support from other organisations including Mental Health Motorbikes, Ride to Raise Collective and Bruces.”
You can donate to Raeyah’s Hands of Support via raeyahshandsofsupport.org.uk or The Grand Appeal via grandappeal.org.uk
All photos: Rob Browne
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