Category: Events and Shows

1. Over 600 vintage bikes gather for nostalgic Banbury Run!

   Posted on 12:01am Friday 15th Jun 2012

   Over 600 Veteran and Vintage motorcycles will descend on the Heritage Motor Centre for the 64th nostalgic Vintage Motor Cycle Club Banbury Run™ on Sunday 17 June. 

   The event, which is the largest gathering of pre-1931 Motorcycles & 3 Wheelers in the World, will also feature Club and Trade Stands, over 100 Autojumble pitches and special interest displays.

   The Banbury Run™ is aimed at those who enjoy the thrill of riding with other Vintage, Veteran & Pioneer bikes. Visitors can see the bikes in all their glory as they set off for their annual Run around the countryside which is an amazing spectacle to watch. 

   Visitors can also buy some of the best vintage fashions, accessories, curios and handmade crafts on the first floor of the Heritage Centre. There are free activities for children, including the chance to win a Giant Retro Space Hopper in the Space Hopper Hunt!

   Emma Rawlinson, Event Executive for the Heritage Motor Centre stated “The Banbury Run is a fantastic event and we’re delighted to be hosting it for the fifth year with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Watching hundreds of vintage motorcycles cruise the roads is a wonderful sight to see!”

   The Museum will be open from 9am – 5pm on Sunday 17 June with the Banbury Run™ beginning at 10am.  Advance tickets costs £5 or £7 on the day. FREE museum entry is offered to entrants and spectators. Camping is available from Friday 15 June through to Monday 18 June. Advance tickets or camping can be purchased by phoning the ticket hotline on 01926 645029 Monday – Friday from 9am – 5pm.

   www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

2. Japanese & European Bike Show - 16th/17th June

   Posted on 12:01am Thursday 14th Jun 2012

   Following our successful return to Donington Park in early February with The 12th Classic Japanese and European Motorcycle Show, ClassicShows are pleased to announce that plans for this weekends two day event at Donington Park are progressing particularly well.

   To date we will have club displays from The Italian Motorcycle Owners Club, Honda Goldwing Club, Early Stocks Racing Club, Kawasaki Z1 OC etc plus around 40 privately entered classic Japanese motorcycles. In addition the exhibition hall is almost totally full with around 40 of the leading traders relevant to the classic Japanese market in attendance and less than 10 of the 150 or so stands left unallocated two days before the show opens on Saturday.

   www.classicshows.org

3. RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW... THE FARMYARD PARTY

   Posted on 12:01am Wednesday 13th Jun 2012

   Four days until Europe biggest and best bike rally hits number 26!

   The Marquees are here, the beer is here, the 20 plus bands are here, over 70 trade stands are here, the best Ride In Custom show in here, the wheelie bikes are here, the dyno tester is here, our all new Burn out pit is here and to get here you have to use some of the best biking roads in Britain, what more is there...

   So where the hell are you going to be this weekend? I hope you're not sat waiting for the British GP on the telly? Tape it, Sky + it, even video it, but don't miss the Farmyard for it.

   Tickets are available on the gate @ £35 and you wont be turned away.

   www.farmyardparty.com

4. Bikers tour British Isles for life-saving ambulances

   Posted on 12:01am Monday 11th Jun 2012

   A team of eight motorcyclists from road safety charity, the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) are undertaking a sponsored tour of the British Isles in June to promote motorcycle safety and raise money for the Association of Air Ambulances. 
    
   The ride begins on Monday 18 June, Ride to Work day, from the Ace Cafe London, finishing on Sunday 24 June at the Bikefest event in Shrewsbury.
    
   Over the week-long tour, they will be visiting Christchurch, Bournemouth, Bassetts Pole, Newcastle, Glasgow and Belfast.
    
   On Friday 22 June, Belfast will see a world record attempt for the most makes and models of motorcycles in a single parade. Supporters include the Quay Vipers Motorcycle Club, Adelaide Insurance Services, Days Hotel, Stena Line, Fiat and Bridgestone Tyres.
    
   IAM chief executive Simon Best said: “Motorcyclists are some of the most vulnerable road users, but anyone that rides appreciates the enjoyment, convenience, and freedom that motorcycling brings.
    
   “Our aims are to teach riders how to continue to enjoy their riding safely, and to better educate all road users to understand the needs of the individuals they share the road with. We are delighted to be supporting the Association of Air Ambulances, and raising money for this vital cause. Tragically, riding does sometimes go wrong and the quick response service they provide is vital in saving lives.”
    
   To donate to the Association of Air Ambulances, click here.
    
   To find out more about the Around British Isles Bike Ride, click here.
    
   To sign up for the world record attempt, click here.

5. American Memorial Remembrance Ride

   Posted on 12:01am Friday 8th Jun 2012

   This year the American Memorial Remembrance Ride will take place on Armed Forces Day, which is Saturday 30th June 2012. 

   Over 600 bikers and their machines are expected at the Cambridge Services on the A14 who will then ride along the A14 in ahuge convoy and through Cambridge to Madingly. 
    
   This event is for all Bikers from across the United Kingdom, United States and Canada who are invited to attend the fourth Allied Memorial Remembrance Ride creating one ride in three Nations, its riders united in remembrance of our fallen heroes from the allied forces, past and present, who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
    
   The UK ride will take place in Cambridge with a short service being held at the American War Cemetery in Madingley, Cambs. There will aslo be a salute and flypast by a Spitfire of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.

   This event has been organised by members of the Royal British Legion Riders Branch, a UK charity that safeguards the welfare, interests and memory of those who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces. We are recognised as custodians of Remembrance. This ride is open to all bikers, you do not have to be a member of the Royal British Legion Riders to take part. In 2011 alone over £2,300 was handed over to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

   The website gives full details of the Cambridge event and all the other rides taking place in both the USA and Canada.   

   www.alliedride.org