A TOUCHING tribute to four farmers who died saw a convoy of tractors make their way around the outskirts of Worcester.
Classic tractors of all shapes and sizes travelled through many villages in the county in memory of Jason Allen, Andy Ralph, David Ralph and Stuart Hawkins.
The four men were lovers of vintage tractors and were often seen driving them at special meet-up events.
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Their love for vintage tractors led the Cooper family, dear friends of the four men, to host a parade to raise money for Teenage Cancer Trust.
"It was really great to see a lot more tractors turn up than originally planned," said Lauren Cooper, whose father Steve organised the tractor run with his friend Mark Saunders.
"Lots were stood watching which was great.
"Five years ago, my dad's best friend, Andy, died in an accident, and he wanted to do something for a very long time.
"Andy loved tractors and used to take them to the agricultural shows. Jason loved them too."
Jason Allen and Andy Ralph died five years ago on the A449 after a "tragic" crash involving an ambulance.
David Ralph, Andy's brother, and Stuart Hawkins then died a few years later from a heart attack.
The tractor run started in Newland and then went through Bransford.
It had also gone through Worcestershire fields before ending in Suckley.
Miss Cooper said £900 has been raised for Teenage Cancer Trust so far, a charity close to the family's heart.
"A member of the Ralph family had been diagnosed with lymphoma aged 16 and going through that in college.
"They went through hell," added Miss Cooper.
"We have raised £900 and that is still counting.
"I would like to say how proud I am and thank you to everyone for coming.
"It made the day so special."
The family have also set up a GoFundMe page, which can be accessed here.
Some residents were puzzled yesterday (Sunday) as dozens of tractors were spotted riding down Ockeridge Lane in Wichenford.
The three-minute video shows the tractors passing through the village as residents watch.
Several drivers can be seen waving to onlookers as they pass.
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