Traffic warning over biker rally

Motorists are being urged to avoid parts of Dorset this weekend as hundreds of motorbike enthusiasts ride in for an annual rally.

Saturday sees the Harley Davidson Owners Group take its annual ride out from Warmwell to Weymouth.

About 650 bikes are expected to pass in convoy through the villages of Affpuddle, Tolpuddle, Puddletown and use the B3142, the B3143 and the A353.

The bikers will parade along Weymouth seafront before retracing their route.

Seafront disruption

The Harleys will then be displayed at the Lodmoor Country Park.

Dorset police are urging drivers to avoid the A353, Preston Road and Weymouth seafront at about midday.

Sgt Jamie Allmond said: "The rally's marshals and the police outriders will be working hard to try and keep delays and disruption to a minimum.

"This many motorcycles will undoubtedly cause some disruption along the seafront.

"But keeping the convoy compact and allowing it free run along the seafront - by temporarily closing side roads - will ensure the safety of all riders and members of the public."