Bikers turned out in force to pay their last respects to a Workington man.

John Gambles, 74, died at his Moorclose home on May 14.

The allotment holder was well-known in the town and was also a regular fixture at motorbike events across West Cumbria, including the Motorcycle Action Group Easter Egg Run, which collects chocolate eggs for youngsters at the West Cumberland Hospital's children's ward and the elderly.

His son Pip, a member of the West Cumbria MAG branch, organised the send-off for his dad.

He said: "He loved motorbikes and was well respected. The bikers have come from all over Cumbria to say goodbye."

Mr Gambles, who also has three other children, Ian, Helen and Roger, was escorted by the bikers from Workington Leisure Centre to Distington Hall Crematorium this morning. 

His wife, Christine, died a few years ago and his grandchildren are Heather, Bekky, Owen, Bella and Marty.