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Category: Events and Shows

  1. Bike Mad TV presenter to be at BMF May Show

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    It is now confirmed that bike mad T.V. presenter Henry Cole form ITV4’s ‘‘The Motorbike Show’ and Travel Channel’s ‘World’s Greatest Motorcycle Rides’ is coming to the BMF May show with long time restorer and friend Peter Thorne to compete in the legendary BMF Moped Mayhem.

    Whilst there he will also experience the thrills of the ACU’s 1000cc sidecar racing (he’ll be in the chair!), have a look at the Mike Hailwood Collection in the Classic & Vintage zone and he’ll also be meeting the clubs in attendance and in particular the Trike clubs including the Rewaco Trike Club amongst many other things.

    Show organiser Martin Chick said “We’re really pleased Henry can find time out from his incredibly busy schedule to drop in and see the show – there will be a lot of people wanting to say hello and also see him and Pete tackle the Moped Mayhem!”

    www.thebmfshow.co.uk

  2. BMF Kelso Bikefest gets new sponsor

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    The BMF Kelso Bikefest will have a new Sponsor for 2014 in the form of Principal Insurance, the Manchester based insurance broker who offer ‘A Fresh Approach to Insurance’.

    Martin Chick, BMF Show organiser said “We have been working with Principal for the last 12 months and their introduction to the shows last year was extremely positive” “This sponsorship gives them the opportunity to build on the relationships they began last year and we’re looking forward to working with them again, plus we hope they’ll bring the same weather with them that we all enjoyed last year as well!”

    Principal Insurance Operations Manager Matt Byrne added “Having attended the Kelso Bikefest last year, we have decided to bring our “fresh approach to insurance” to Kelso again. We want to build on last year’s success and we are really looking forward to speaking to as many riders and enthusiasts as possible over the weekend and again throughout the year”.

    The BMF Kelso Bikefest is held over the weekend of 4th - 6th July. Tickets are available from: 0844 8845151 or for more information about any of the BMF shows visit www.thebmfshow.co.uk. Or talk to the show organisers, The Mulberry Group, on 01869 277077.

  3. Fancy doing something different in 2014?

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    What about coming to see a large collection of engines, running... exactly as they used to, many years ago!

    Old engines, ranging from a massive 500hp Allen, to the humble Lister that was used on farms many years ago. Bring your children to see the engines being started, and the grand parents who will remember using, or seeing them, in their youth. A visit to the museum provides an opportunity to see, and remember, British machinery as it used to be. Large engines of vertical or horizontal construction will be running, some ticking over quietly and unobtrusively, providing an opportunity to experience the evocative sounds and smells of a working engine museum.

    Whether you come on normal open-day, or during one of the special weekends, it will be a memorable occasion, an enjoyable day out, providing a chance to see something different.

    The museum is a popular venue for enthusiasts with many travelling from all parts of the UK, and even from overseas. 2014 marks the 10th Anniversary year of the opening of the museum, an important milestone in any calendar, as it provides a unique opportunity to look back and thank those who have supported the museum since day one, as well as taking in what has been achieved. This year is very special; you are guaranteed to receive a very warm welcome.

    A visit presents a wonderful opportunity to see engines made by once famous British manufactures. Evocative names like Tangye, Petter, Crossley, Ruston & Hornsby, Lister, Allen, Blackstone, National, Bristol Siddeley, Pelapone, and many others, will be on view for your entertainment. Internal Fire Museum of Power provides, for the younger visitor, an educational glimpse of our industrial past, while older visitors can enjoy a trip down memory lane.

    First Event: Petter VJ Day, April 12th 

    Second Event: A full Easter venue.

    After Easter: open Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.

    Further details with opening times:

    www.internalfire.com

  4. Herts Auto Show

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    Happy 100 Join us to celebrate Maserati's 100 years. Maserati was founded in Bologna, Italy on December 1st 1914 and started operation on December 14th 1914. The company was represented by Alfieri Maserati and his two brothers Ettore and Ernesto. To celebrate this great anniversary we are inviting Maserati's young & old to come along and join in the celebration.

    Ferrari 458 Italia - John will be bringing his amazing Ferrari 458 Italia. We was lucky enough to see this Spectacular Beauty at last years event and we are very pleased that he will be joining us again.

    50th Anniversary - To help us celebrate this special Anniversary this wonderful Mustang is just one of the magnificent vehicles you can see on display at the event this year. So come along and celebrate their Golden year with us!

    Mk3 Ford Cortina - If you're a fan of Retro then why not come and see this fabulous vehicle. This immaculate car will be on show along with other's from this great era.

    CHEERS!
    This year we are pleased to welcome Tapped Bar to the event. So for all you non drivers why not have a refreshing Beer or two? and for all the drivers, don't worry, soft drinks will be available too!

    He's Super!
    Our Special Guest this year is a well known Superhero. Why not have your picture taken with him? It's sure to make your friends jealous!

    www.hertsautoshow.co.uk

  5. The Stephen Cowton Memorial Motorcycle Run

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    "GET ON YOUR BIKE" FOR THE 19TH ANNUAL EASTER EGG RUN

    Get into gear with the Kilham Bikers (formerly Kilham Wednesday Night Bikers) who have been raising money for worthy causes throughout the Yorkshire area, will be going on their Annual Easter Egg run on Easter Sunday 20th April 2014 for a ride on some of East & North Yorkshire’s best biking roads to end our journey at Bridlington Club for Young People which is a centre providing recreational, sporting & Social opportunities for young people. The day begins at THE BAY HORSE, KILHAM at 9am when bacon butties will be served and we will leave for our run to Bridlington at 11am.

    Last year's Easter Egg Run was a great success raising funds for May Lodge, Scarborough with a grand total of £3400 raised for the purchase of a sofa, chairs etc which is great in these difficult times.

    We are now in our 19th year of helping children and young people from various charities in the Yorkshire area. We as a Motorcycle Club have been running for 20 years as when we first started it was just to deliver Easter Eggs to children in hospitals in our area. We also organise ride-outs every Wednesday night throughout the summer months and a list with details of the rides will be put on our website early in March.

    Leading up to the Easter Egg Run we are having a Quiz at the Bay Horse, Kilham 19th March 7.30pm onwards, and other events will be taking place over the next couple of months and details will be put on our new webpage as shown below.

    So if you can help or would like to make a donation please contact Fran Cowton on 01262 420399 or go on the website www.kilhambikers.co.uk for further details. We also hold a raffle/tombola and anyone who can donate any prizes for the evening of Easter Sunday at The Bay Horse, Kilham from 7.30pm onwards would be greatly appreciated. So just come along and support the event and have fun.