Month: October 2025

LoH Strawberry Tea at Harleyween

26/10/2025
A group photo featuring members of the Ladies of Harley and supporters holding large charity cheques for the Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, outdoors on a sunny day.
Close-up of Halloween-themed cupcakes topped with orange frosting, spider and pumpkin decorations, and 'Trick or Treat' signs.
Four women posing at a table filled with various cakes and treats, promoting a Breast Cancer Now fundraising event. A motorcycle is visible in the background.
Decorated cake pops shaped like monsters, featuring green icing with black tops, eyes, and various colorful sprinkles.

Afternoon all!

A huge thank you to everyone who baked cakes for the Strawberry Tea and to everyone who came along, donated, and supported the event on Saturday.

We’re thrilled to share that we raised an incredible £1,135.56 in aid of Breast Cancer Now!

Our Ladies of Harley once again outdid themselves, serving up amazing cakes and treats – all for a great cause.

We were delighted to welcome guests from the British Red Cross and the Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity, who joined us to receive cheques from the Chapter.

A special shout-out and heartfelt thanks to the members from other chapters and the various bike clubs who came along – your support and camaraderie made the day even more special.

Raising money for Breast Cancer Now helps fund life-saving research, support patients and families, and improve care for everyone affected. Every donation brings us closer to better treatments, earlier detection, and a future where no one dies from breast cancer.

Thank you all for your generosity, enthusiasm, and support – you’ve truly helped make a difference!

See you all at the next Chapter event!

A young child holding a lollipop with a thoughtful expression, enjoying a treat.
A woman in a strawberry costume holds a treat while smiling, in a vibrant event setting.
A young child with blue eyes and a playful expression, wearing a sparkly pink dress with a white design, has chocolate smudges on their face.

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Loch Doon Shop Ride Out

13/10/2025
Group photo of motorcycle riders in HOG chapter attire at Loch Doon, surrounded by scenic hills and autumn foliage.
Clyde Valley Shop Ride Out | Loch Doon | 11 October 2025

This past Saturday, Clyde Valley enjoyed a fantastic ride out to Loch Doon, deep in the heart of the Galloway Hills. The weather held steady for us, with crisp autumn air and clear views making for ideal riding conditions. The route took us along some brilliant backroads with sweeping bends, quiet stretches, and just the right amount of twisties to keep things interesting. We stopped at the loch to take in the scenery, share a few laughs, and enjoy a well-earned coffee at the Roundhouse Café.

A parking lot filled with various motorcycles, with riders gathered nearby, under a cloudy sky.
Two individuals wearing distinctive high-visibility vests stand outdoors, surrounded by motorcycles and a building, likely preparing for a ride or event.
A group of motorcyclists in leather jackets is gathered outside a venue, listening to a speaker in a reflective vest. The building has large glass windows and an entrance sign.

Loch Doon turned out to be more than just a scenic stop – it’s a place steeped in history and natural significance. Stretching over 9 km in length, the loch sits high in a remote glen and is home to the Arctic charr, a rare cold-water fish species that has survived here since the Ice Age. It’s one of the last places in southwest Scotland where these fish still breed, which is why the loch is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). While we didn’t get the chance to visit Loch Doon Castle, it’s worth noting that the 13th-century stronghold was once located on an island in the loch but was moved stone by stone to the shore in the 1930s to protect it from rising waters when the loch was dammed. It’s another layer in the rich history of the area, which also includes ancient artefacts and even a World War I aerial gunnery school nearby.

All in all, it was a brilliant day out – great roads, great company, and a destination well worth the ride. If you missed this one, be sure to catch the next.

Bikers gathered outside the Roundhouse Osprey Lounge, dressed in motorcycle jackets, enjoying a break during their ride in the Galloway Hills.
A group of four motorcyclists smiling and interacting inside a café, with menu items and snacks visible.
A collection of motorcycles parked in a gravel lot near a round building, set against a backdrop of rolling hills under a cloudy sky.
Motorcycles parked along a scenic road beside Loch Doon, with hills in the background and autumn foliage in the foreground.
Four motorcycles parked in a gravel area surrounded by trees and autumn foliage.

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The Davidson Legacy Cottage Chapter Ride Out

01/10/2025
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts, wearing black vests and holding a flag, pose in front of a rustic stone building against a cloudy sky.

There’s nothing quite like the sound of engines firing up on a Sunday morning as Clyde Valley gathers for another adventure. This month’s ride took us back to our roots with a trip to the Davidson Legacy Cottage – a destination steeped in history and meaning for Harley riders the world over.

A group of motorcycle riders in leather jackets and vests gathered outdoors, attentively listening to a speaker, with bright orange safety vests visible on some members.
Two men in bright orange and black Harley-Davidson vests are standing outside a building with a 'West Coast' sign. One man is talking while the other is listening.
Two motorcyclists smiling together in front of a building with a Corvette sign, wearing leather jackets adorned with patches and pins.

With Burnsy leading the way as Road Captain, we rolled out from West Coast in Glasgow, the bikes gleaming and anticipation running high, before making our first stop at Stirling services to meet up with the rest of the pack. With the group united and the open road ahead, the ride promised to be one to remember.

A group of motorcycles cruising along a winding road, featuring a prominent blue motorcycle in the foreground with riders wearing helmets.
Group of motorcyclists riding on a scenic road, with a focus on the lead rider in an orange vest, surrounded by lush greenery and clear blue skies.
A group of motorcyclists riding along a country road, with a focus on a rider in the foreground on a red motorcycle.

Not long after leaving Stirling services, a few of the crew decided to spice things up by taking the “scenic route” thanks to a wrong exit at the roundabout. It sparked plenty of laughter and set the tone for the day — another classic Clyde Valley story that will no doubt be retold on many rides to come.

Rolling into the Davidson Legacy Cottage, the sight of the old stone building instantly set the mood — a quiet, humble place with a history every Harley rider feels connected to. The Davidson Legacy Cottage in Netherton, Angus, is the childhood home of William C. Davidson, father of the Harley-Davidson founders. The family emigrated from this modest 19th-century cottage to the U.S. in 1857, where the iconic motorcycle company was later born. After falling into disrepair, the cottage was rescued in 2008 by enthusiasts and restored to reflect its original mid-1800s condition. In 2022, a charitable trust was formed to secure its future, and by 2025 the cottage had been brought into community ownership with support from the UK Government and Harley-Davidson. Today it welcomes visitors, hosts events, and stands proudly as both a museum and a symbol of cultural and industrial heritage.

A group of motorcyclists gathered outside a wooden building, engaged in conversation and wearing motorcycle gear, with a clear sky in the background.
A motorcyclist poses proudly on a black Harley-Davidson in front of the historic Davidson Legacy Cottage, a stone building with a slate roof, in a rural setting.
Davidson Cottage visit

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