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Category: Events and Shows

  1. BMF Tailend Show is cancelled

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    The BMF is sorry to learn that its contractor used for organising the three BMF Shows, Mulberry Events Limited, has announced that it is now entering into voluntary liquidation. As a result it will not be able to run the BMF Tailend Show this year and will not be able to carry out any further business for the BMF.

    The Directors of Mulberry Events Limited have issued a statement thanking the BMF, Exhibitors, Clubs and other support services for their help, support and contributions over the past five years of working with the BMF.
    As a result of this announcement, a decision has been made by the BMF to cancel the Tail End Show at Peterborough, planned to have been held on 13/14 September 2014.

    The BMF will work with the Liquidators of Mulberry Events Limited in an effort to recover from them monies paid by members and exhibitors in relation to the now cancelled Tailend Show 2014. A further press release on this will be issued in due course.

    There will be a lot of hard work and planning from this point so the BMF can reorganise arrangements to carry on with its events, in whatever form, for 2015 and onwards. A further press release on this will be issued in due course.

    The BMF events have been an integral part of the organisation's activities from the time of its formation in the 1960's. Events have had an important role in generating funds to support the BMF's activities in protecting riders interests, but also to create interaction with the membership and raise public awareness of motorcycling. However the BMF is now no longer reliant on show income to fund lobbying activity.

    Despite the news of the Liquidation of Mulberry, the BMF is keen to state that it is in good financial health and will continue to represent the interests of motorcyclists throughout the UK.

    Roger Ellis
    BMF Chairman

  2. The Farmyard Party 2014

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    My husband Gary and I had heard for many years just what a great rally it was, and so we had some high hopes as we ended our three hour trike ride from Manchester...

    The Farmyard Party 2014, Duncombe Park estateAs we arrived in the pretty town square of Helmsley, North Yorks, we drove through the gates of Duncombe Park estate and up a long winding driveway.

    The first thing we came across was the stunning mansion house, originally built in 1713 and then rebuilt after a fire in the late 1890s. The sprawling house and gardens are set in 300 acres of land. As we rode passed, the fields opened up and all we could was row upon row of tents and bikes and people.

    This year was the 28th annual FYP and as in previous years, it was advertised as Europe’s biggest and best bike rally – for bikers run by bikers. We had high expectations, and I am pleasd to say we were not disappointed. Gary and I have been involved in organising similar events over the last few years, however nothing on this scale, it was easily twice the size of anything we were used to.

    Not only were there three big marquees, with bars and live music there was a large selection of caterers offering everything from freshly prepared Greek dishes and a Texan style smokehouse to the usual rally fare of burgers and bacon buttys. To go with the array of choice, there was ample seating both out in the open as well as undercover – including a marquee with sofas and comfy chairs!

    The Farmyard Party 2014, Stevie SimpsonOnce we had eaten our fill, and sampled the bars, we headed to the Blues tent and spent some time with Stevie Simpson, compere and host. We had hoped to watch the Frog and Bucket Comedy Rodshow, hosted by Rick Hulse (NABD Chairman) but even though it was the biggest marquee on site, it was over flowing with people trying to watch the show so we gave up and went shopping.

    The numbers of traders was impressive too, selling the usual array of goodies, from sweeties to sex toys (I kid you not). Having spent some of our hard earned pennies (not on the sex toys before you ask!) and a good amount of time wandering, we relaxed back at the tent in the gloriously warm weather and listened to the laughter from the comedy show drift across the site.

    fabulous weather - pre-arranged by the MAG committeeHighlights of the weekend for me? The Nickel band in the Blues tent, The Prog Doctors in the riders rights marquee and the Evil Puppies who brought the live music to a close, the fabulous weather (pre-arranged by the MAG committee I am told) and the great company of nearly 6,000 like minded individuals meant it is definitely going on my calendar for next year.

    The Wendy Lady

     

     

     

     

    The Farmyard Party 2014, leaving... we will be back!

     

  3. The North East's Premier Motorcycle Rally‏

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    Stormin The CastleStormin’ the Castle are pleased to announce the headline band for Friday night.

    TOSELAND will rock the Stormin’ Main Stage on Friday 29th August.

    The name Toseland may well be familiar with all the World Superbike fans, as the band is fronted by non other than James Toseland double world Superbike Champion, The bands last 3 singles have been A listed on both Planet Rock & Team Rock radio.

     

    Honest Jim's Cut-Price Beer Emporium

    Honest Jims Cut-Price Beer EmporiumAs you come in through the main gate, you'll notice a shifty-looking ex-pirate hawking slabs of beer from the back of a lorry. Don't worry, he's one of our's. For very little money, Honest Jim will sell you a slab of beer, which will save you the hassle of riding into town to buy it. As with all Stormin' products, all profit goes to MAG's fighting fund. This means that the more beer you drink, the more money you raise for a great cause! As a beer-enthusiast myself, I can honestly say that drinking beer for a great cause makes it taste all the better.

     

    Little Stevie & The Business - Saturday Iris Headline

    A very versatile band delivering awesome R & B, straightforward blues or upping the tempo with some popular 60’s and 70’s classics.

    Their performances are delivered by frontman, Mr.Entertainment ‘Little Stevie’ with great showmanship and some superb harmonica playing.

     

    The Hobgoblin Bar

    Bigger and better than the old Engine Bar, the Hobgoblin Bar made it's debut at Stormin' last year and was an instant hit. Housed in a 60' long marquee, it's got a solid floor, nice tables and chairs, funky decor and beer. Lots and lots of beer.

    Naturally, given the name of the venue, Wychwood Brewery beers are very much in evidence, but a wide range of other beers are available there, as are spirits and possibly even wine. I didn't actually look for wine, because i'm a bloke, therefore I only looked at beer and whisky. There is definitely beer and whisky for sale in the Hobgoblin bar.

    Due to popular demand, the Oil City Shakers will be performing again this year in the Hobgoblin Bar on Saturday afternoon. If you like foot-stomping blues, rock and roll, slide guitar, harmonica and gravelly-voiced vocals with your beer, then do yourselves a favour and stop in at the Hobgoblin Bar for a couple.

    As with all the booze sales at Stormin', the bar profits go to MAG, so you'll be drinking for the future of motorcycling!

    Get your ticket for £30

    Tickets are now available for this years rally, click the link for more information on how to order.

    See you there

    www.storminthecastle.co.uk