Category: Events and Shows

1. MOTORCYCLES AND MUSIC COLLIDE FOR BILLING BIKE FEST

   Posted on 7:43am Monday 24th Jun 2013

   Motorbikes and music are set to collide as the Billing Bike Fest returns to Billing Aquadrome for a second outing on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st July.

   Promising something for every biking taste, the show also has an impressive line up of bands performing throughout the weekend.

   Supporting the Marco Simmoncelli foundation, Billing Bike Fest will host more than 250 riders taking part in their 2013 charity ride out, as well as having hundreds of bikes on show from motorcycle manufacturers. Motorcycle clubs will showcase everything from great British classics to modern day heroes, Japanese elegance to American icons.

   Motorbike Clubs are invited to join in the celebrations with the organisers offering free space for clubs bringing up to ten bikes, with each owner receiving two weekend passes and camping per bike. Clubs wanting to bring over ten bikes will get the first ten free and then pay £25 per bike, again with the owners getting two free show tickets, giving you a free weekend away if you’re part of a club stand!

   Take part in the Custom Concours competition where the very best customised bikes will be displayed in a purpose built marque with awards for outstanding examples. Concours categories include Best in Show, Best Trike, Best Chop, Best Street fighter and Best Classic. 

   Get some expert advice or watch the experts in action with live demonstrations, browse the extensive retail village or search the treasure trove that is the Bike Jumble for that elusive spare or part. Whatever you love about motorbikes can be found at Billing Bike Fest.

   Hear the roar of the engine and soak up the fumes as you enjoy live action in the main arena from our special guests The Bolddog Lings Mini-X Tour, uses Britain’s best motocross and extreme sports participants, introducing the mobile Mini-bike freestyle ramp. The Joseph Peace fire stunt show team will also perform their modern circus stunt show on Saturday.

   Live music will once again take center stage throughout the weekend; Bands already confirmed include Manchester’s The Rainband, a four-piece indie rock band predicted by Rolling Stone magazine as the sound of 2013. Last year’s headline act The Great Divide also return along with Sons of Icarus, Dionysus Unbound and Foo Fighters tribute band The Four Fighters.

   And what festival wouldn’t be complete without the fantastic camping facilities at Billing Aquadrome including an indoor aqua park for all ages, go karting, climbing walls and much more.

   Adult ticket prices start from just £10 when booking in advance or £12 on the gate. Children under the age of 16 get free entry when accompanied by an adult. Parking is also free throughout. The show is open from 10am to 5pm each day. Camping is £25 per adult and £12.50 per child. Camping can be booked by contacting 01524 781453 (8am-8pm weekdays).

   To book day tickets call 0844 8540064 the latest updates visit www.billingbikefest.com

2. BMF Show organisers The Mulberry Group announce final arrangements for the Kelso Bikefest

   Posted on 7:45am Wednesday 19th Jun 2013

   ...July 5th - 7th Borders Union Showground, Kelso.

   Also a special guest appearance by Don Powell – original and founding member of 70’s Super Group SLADE.

   Don will be at the event over the entire weekend and will also be ‘jamming’ with the bands on Friday & Saturday.

   Show organiser Martin Chick said “We are really excited about having Don with us as a result of a collaboration with Sue Wilson, who raises awareness and funds for the National Autistic Society (NAS) Scotland”. “Sue is holding a series of events under the umbrella heading of Re-wind to the 70’s featuring: SLADE, Alvin Stardust, and The Rubettes (featuring Alan Williams) further details can be found at www.rewindtothe70s.co.uk”

   “Don has kindly agreed to spend the weekend with us and to ‘jam’ with the bands that are playing so it’s a great chance for show-goers to meet one of pop music’s true legends”

   In addition to the main stage music at Kelso, the bikefest will also feature Inch Perfect display team, Stannage International Stunt Team, an awesome Best in Show display in association with Principal Insurance and House of Custom, the BMF Club Games and the Cavalcade of Clubs.

   For those attending the show and not from the Kelso area, an organised ride-out on some of the best biking roads available will also be organised on Saturday morning (subject to the weather!!!)

   The BMF Kelso Bikefest is a fantastic event, smaller than the other two shows but with a real sense of community and bikers love it.

3. National Ride to Work Day - June 17th

   Posted on 8:39am Wednesday 12th Jun 2013

   This year's Ride to Work day is less than a week away and is your opportunity to save time, money and encourage others to take to two wheels and commute on a motorbike or scooter more regularly.

   It's easy to get involved - simply swap the car for the bike on Monday 17th June and encourage your friends to do the same! Don't forget non bike-riding friends can get a taste of life on two wheels through the industry approved Get On campaign which provides an accessible route into motorcycling.

   www.ridetoworkday.co.uk

4. Stop Press! New CRIGHTON Rotary Race Bike to be launched...

   Posted on 9:02am Tuesday 11th Jun 2013

   @ VMCC Festival of 1000 Bikes, Mallory Park, 13/14 July 2013.

   Here is some huge “Stop Press” news with the VMCC Festival of 1000 Bikes providing the stage for the launch of the new Crighton CR700P Rotary Race Bike. You can find an exclusive first view of the new bike attached to this communication.

   Many enthusiast’s will know that Brian Crighton created the famous (and Championship winning) Norton Rotary race bikes of the late 1980s & early 1990s.Those visiting “1000 Bikes” in recent years will know that due to the help of the National Motorcycle Museum & Brian Crighton these iconic bikes have formed one of the most popular parts of the “Past Masters” feature.

   This year the brand new machine will be joining its famous Rotary predecessors out on track for the very first time in the hands of non other than multiple British Champion Jamie Whitham! What about that for another VMCC first!

   If the above isn’t enough to whet your appetite prior to seeing this new British Machine for the first time how about a couple of figures? 200BHP! 135KG! We reckon that’s worth a trip to Mallory Park!

   www.festivalof1000bikes.co.uk

5. SPECTACULAR NEW SHOW SET FOR KENT DEBUT

   Posted on 7:54am Saturday 8th Jun 2013

   A JAM-PACKED WEEKEND of high-octane motoring action is heading for Kent this September.

   Making its debut in 2013, The Carole Nash Big Kent Bike Show will be bringing straight-line sprint displays, wheelie machines, stunt extravaganzas and much, much more straight into the heart of the home counties.

   A welcome new addition to the Classic Bike Shows line-up; the nationally-recognised organiser of already massive events at Stafford and Bristol is excited to be bringing its unique brand of motorcycling madness to the Kent Event Centre.

   Show manager Nick Mowbray commented: “We have a weekend bursting with attractions, displays and activities that are designed to entertain showgoers of all ages, as well as die-hard bike aficionados.

   “And, The Kent Event Centre is the perfect destination for us with the location having its own trials track already on-site.”

   Among the highlights of the September 28-29 show will be live demonstrations from the Kent Youth Trials Club, Ken Fox’s famous Wall of Death and a gravity-defying performance from the Vertical Trix stunt team.

   There are a host of interactive opportunities as well with visitors invited to have a go on the Repsol Honda Wheelie Machine or speed round the track with The South Coast Land Rover Experience.

   Safety will also be on the agenda; the Kent Fire and Rescue Service will be at the show, informing the crowds about its ‘Biker Down’ scheme.

   Nick added: “Our portfolio of superb bike shows has grown significantly in recent years and we are delighted to be bringing the Big Kent Bike Show into that group.

   “We are looking forward to the coming months as we complete preparations for the event and build up to revealing our special guest attendees.”