That's right - only two weeks to go!

We have had a lot interest so far this year, with ticket sales ahead of schedule for all events and especially for Into The Valley. It seems from our facebook page that some of you are desperate to kick the rally season off with a bang.

Our last newsletter told know about a few of the Into The Valley bands and you will have seen the full Smacked Arse Comedy line up on our Facebook events page. We can now confirm all of the bands for this event as well as a few that will be seen at the Farmyard Party. We had some great feedback on our music and band poll on our Facebook page - we will take these recommendations on board and you will hopefully see some of these bands next year.

We made visits to all of the event sites this week and, as usual, all are looking stunning and in tip top condition for the onslaught of bikes and riders. A couple of pictures below - let's hope the good weather continues throughout 2014 and we have a great rally season.

Tickets for our events are on sale through our website - this is the easiest and most secure way to get them. If you don't trust t'internet then don't worry - you can still buy them by cheque and get delivery by pigeon post.

As always, our events are held on behalf of Riders' Rights throughout UK and Europe.  No Cars, No Vans, No Pedestrians, No Excuses

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Thirty per cent of young drivers (aged 18-25) admit to breaking the law during their first few years on the road, according to a poll by Vision Critical and road safety charity the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).1

Despite spending many weeks learning to pass the test, a majority (68 per cent) of younger drivers feel that they need to improve.

Twenty-five per cent of young drivers admit to crashing.

These are backed up by official figures which show that:

· A fifth of people killed or seriously injured in a reported road accident in Great Britain during 2012 were involved in a collision where at least one of the cars was driven by a young driver.

· Around 22 per cent of all accidents involved at least one young driver. The 32, 400 accidents involving at least one young car driver resulted in 350 deaths and more than 4, 1000 seriously injured casualties.

· Nearly a quarter of all car drivers (133 out of 542 drivers) who died in 2012 were young drivers themselves.2

IAM chief executive Simon Best said: “This survey shows that younger drivers simply don’t feel adequately prepared for independent driving. The current learning system is failing the next generation of motorists and there needs to be serious review. Early experience of a wide range of traffic conditions is vital but so is dealing with negative attitudes. This can be done most effectively through peer group discussions rather than just relying on stricter controls and curfews.”

The IAM’s objectives for younger drivers and an improved test include:

•Road safety education as part of the school curriculum
•Theory and hazard perception tests be delivered online and in education establishments
•Insurance companies not penalising L drivers gaining experience in the family car
•A 12 month minimum learning period with a logbook to build experience safely
•A practical driving test that includes high speed roads
•Post-test assessment and training for all in the high risk early months of solo driving

Save the date for the National Motorcycle Museum’s big party!

This year the National Motorcycle Museum is celebrating 30 years since first opening to the public by holding a series of events & launching some very exciting new initiatives. We hope that what we will be announcing throughout 2014 will excite & delight both motorcycle enthusiasts & non motorcyclists alike. Before we reveal all over the next few months we want to give everyone the chance to “save the date” when our celebratory year will cumulate around the time of the 30th anniversary weekend on Saturday 1st November 2014.

There will be an exclusive 30th birthday party on the evening of Friday 31st October with a 1980s theme to reflect the decade of our opening. As well as live music (watch this space for a big name rock band announcement) there will also be a great 80s rock disco to get the party started.

Not only that but there will be a “stars on stage” interview feature showcasing 3 of the biggest names from the last 3 decades of motorcycle racing (with their bikes fired up!). With full bar and catering facilities this will be a night at the Museum to remember. Museum Director James Hewing commented “many people don’t realize the size of the conference venue that adjoins the Museum with a largest rooms being bigger than some theatres. In this regard we can put on a huge celebration event in some of the most prestigious surroundings you can imagine”. Watch out for further details soon.   On Saturday 1st November we will also be inviting everyone to visit the Museum, free-of-charge, to celebrate our successes over the last thirty years. The focus will be on the fantastic range of machines within the collection as well as trade stands & displays from many of the Museum’s specialist suppliers & craftsmen. This great “open” day will also feature an autojumble, more celebrity interview features (with a live race bike fire up area) as well as special children’s activities. 

To start the celebrations-Probably the Best Raffle Prize in the World! To start our special celebrations the Museum will be giving enthusiasts the chance win the best motorcycle ever offered for raffle.

In the next few weeks tickets will be available to win  none other than a 1951 Vincent Series C Rapide. This original, matching numbers machine will be put through our workshops and will be all ready to go to its new owner following the draw which will take place on our anniversary of Saturday 01/11/14. There’s even a lovely, original, one owner BSA Bantam D1 as a second prize! 1st Prize- 1951 Vincent Series C Rapide 1000cc-image attached for media use. 2nd Prize-1952 BSA Bantam D1 125cc 3rd Prize- Classic Weekend Break for two (includes VIP Museum tour, 2 night B&B stay at the luxury Windmill Village Hotel, Golf & Leisure Club plus a round of golf & spa treatment)

Tickets will be distributed during May, June & July 2014 via subscription copies of all the popular motorcycling press. Tickets may also be obtained by post/purchased from the National Motorcycle Museum on (01675) 444123 or e-mail [email protected]   Tickets can also be purchased on-line via our new web shop www.thenmmshop.co.uk from Monday 28/04/14.

The new Haynes International Motor Museum, by Ed Vaizey MP

·         Over 500 guests attend grand opening, ahead of busy Easter weekend

·         Exceptional new facilities, exhibition halls and interactive exhibits on display for first time

·         Over 400 cars and motorcycles in collection from around the globe

·         Expected to position the Museum as a top tourist attraction in the West Country, boosting local economy

The Hon Ed Vaizey MP, Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries, on Wednesday 16 April formally opened the new Haynes International Motor Museum in Sparkford Somerset, drawing over 500 guests from around the world to this top tourist attraction in the South West of England, with the furthest travelling from Australia for the special day.

Mayors, councillors, celebrities, leading business CEOs, Chairmen and MDs, car clubs, and enthusiasts alike, all attended the Grand Opening of the new Museum which, after ten years of planning, two and a half years of building work, and a privately funded £5 million investment, showcased its full collection of some of the greatest cars from around the world for the first time.

This included the official opening ofthree new exhibition halls – Minis and Micros, Century of Supercars, Motorcycle Mezzanine – three modernised halls, a new Haynes Motorland Children’s adventure play zone, new and modernised events facilities in the ‘Engine Rooms’, a brand new entrance foyer with a shop and Café 750, named after John H. Haynes OBE’s first book – ‘Building a 750 special’, and much more.

Guests were also able to take a ride outside the grounds in five of the Museum’s cars, which are part of the 400+ car and motorcycle collection, arguably the biggest global collection in the UK, and mostly in full working order.  For those preferring to stay on firm ground, they could explore the range of new, modernised and more interactive exhibits, taking a tour from the start of the journey – an 1885 Benz – through to Veteran, Vintage & Pre-War Classics, the famous red room of sports and GT cars, a trip through Memory Lane, or to the world’s largest collection of Speedway Motorbikes and memorabilia in the British Motorcycle Collection, to name a few.

Cutting the ribbon to the grand entrance, Ed Vaizey MP commented:  “I was delighted to be invited to open the new Haynes International Museum which I know has been a stunning success over the last thirty years and I have every confidence will be even more so over the next thirty years.  It has been impressive to see the journey from 30 to over 400 cars and motorcycles in the collection” and he joked “although if I can get my hands on the fantastic Mustang I have been eyeing up, that number may reduce by one.”

He added: “As well as bringing a much needed boost to the local Somerset economy and creating jobs, the new Museum will in the future continue to attract visitors and investment to the West Country at a key time for the South West following the recent flooding.”

John H. Haynes OBE, Chairman of Haynes International Motor Museum, said: “It has been an honour to welcome such esteemed guests here today and to share my passion for cars with you all.  As an educational trust, I am pleased to be able to show the evolution of cars through the ages and geographies of the world so they can be appreciated by all age groups and backgrounds.  I look forward to continuing to grow and share the collection, ensuring this continues to be a top tourist attraction in the UK and beyond.”

Discussing the project, Marc Haynes, Managing Director of Haynes International Museum, added: “Today’s official opening marks the culmination of a thrilling journey for us and we are very excited to finally be able to unveil the new Museum in its full glory.   The new more modern facilities and displays will appeal to all ages and generations, making a fun and interesting day out or an excellent, not to mention unique and memorable, event venue that can be tailored to an individual’s needs and requirements.  Now this project is complete, we will turn our eyes to the future, with a new hotel a possible option to ensure guests can travel from far and wide and enjoy their visit with no time pressures. Watch this space.”

www.haynesmotormuseum.co.uk

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