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Until Thursday 31 December
Boundary500 Marathon Challenge. Brilliant excuse for jumping on your bike and riding the coast roads of England, Scotland and Wales. More details >>

June

SATURDAY 20 JUNE
THE MICK RUTHERFORD BAND play live at Old Nick's Tavern, North Street, Horncastle, Lincs. More info www.oldnickstavern.co.uk

FRIDAY 19- SUNDAY 21
NORFOLKBIKERS RC DOG INN RALLY, The Dog Inn, Johnson St, Ludham, NR29 5NY. Gates open at noon on Friday 19. Live music and Disk Rock Music, Canine Feline, Cerberus, Sanctus Quay, Mister Pink, plus more. Trade stalls, food wagons, bike trike show, games, competitions, prizes, 24hr WCs. No cars allowed on the field. Strictly no dogs. Advance tickets available. For more info phone 07900 671814. www.norfolkbikers.co.uk

THE UNAPPROACHABLE NORTON. A festival of the Norton motorcycle. Donington Park. Historic display of Nortons from 1903 to 2009. Paddock demonstrations of Norton models. Road and race speed track sessions and CRMC racing. Demonstration speed laps by famous Norton machines and riders. Rotary racer revival including the new NRV588. Norton celebrity dinner. Tours around the new Norton factory. More info from 01629 580425. www.nortonmotorcycles.com/unapproachable or www.nortonownersclub.org/unapproachable

SATURDAY 20-SUNDAY 21
ANNUAL VINTAGE VEHICLE RALLY (inc bikes). Oswestry Showground, Shrops (adjacent to A5, signposted from roundabout), 10am. Intending exhibitors send sae or phone Jean Smith, 98 York Rd, Connah's Quay, Deeside CH5 4YF. 01244 818918. jeansmith@cvvms.co.uk For full list of section stewards go to www.cvvms.co.uk

NATIONAL BIKESAFE MOTORCYCLE SHOW, Metropolitan Police Training School (Peel Centre), Aerodrome Rd, Hendon NW9 5JE. Entry and parking free. Manufacturer/dealer bikes, the White Helmets display team, motorcycle wall of death, tactical/specialist police displays, motorcycle stunt riders, skid pan demos, assessed rides, motorcycle clothing and accessories, motorcycle clubs and much more. For more info visit www.bikesafe-london.co.uk

ROYAL ENFIELD OPEN WEEKEND at the Watsonian-Squire sidecar factory in the scenic Cotswolds, there is plenty to see and do at this relaxed event, with the added attraction of free entry and parking. Awards will be given for the best bike ridden to the event on each day and all makes and models are welcome to enter. The full 2009 model range will be on show. There will also be opportunities to test ride the new fuel-injected unit construction Classic and Electra models, accompanied by IAM instructors – places on a first come first served basis. Money raised over the weekend will go towards the Midlands Air Ambulance. Details from Watsonian-Squire on 01386 700907 or visit
www.royal-enfield.com/openweekend.html

SUNDAY 21
BOSCOMBE BEACH RUN. Annual Boscombe Beach run by the H riders, all welcome to attend. Info: Steve Harding 01865 341407. Email:a.harding007@btinternet.com
RAVENS WOOD CUSTOM & CLASSIC SHOW & FAYRE. 10.30-4pm, £5 entry, kids go free, Ravens Wood School, Oakley Road, Bromley, Kent BR2 8HP www.rwscarshow.co.uk

BANBURY RUN. Starts at the Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon. The premier event for the VMCC and only pre-1931 machines are eligible to take part. This unique event celebrates its 61st anniversary this year and the bikes will be flagged away on their ride at 10am. The 'Banbury' also hosts a fine autojumble with more than 100 stalls offering a selection of spares and parts for vintage and classic motorcycles of all ages. For more info see www.banbury-run.co.uk and www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

BARNSLEY MOTORCYCLE FESTIVAL aka 'The show with go!' Takes place at the race circuit in Wombwell, Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Not only do entrants get to show off their bikes in a static display, with the chance to win a trophy, but they can also ride their motorcycle round the private track. The show is open to vintage, classic and modern motorcycles. More information on www.showwithgo.co.uk

GIXXER SUNDAY & DYNO SHOOTOUT, Ace Cafe, London. Also ride-out to Gaydon for VMCC Banbury Run, 8am.

STRAIGHTLINERS DRAG RACE CHAMPIONSHIP, round 4, Elvington, Yorkshire.

WEDNESDAY 24
BIKERS' CHARITY NIGHT, Dean's Garden Centre, Stockton on the Forest, York YO32 9UE. 7pm onwards, in aid of Age Concern, RNLI (North East), SNAPPY. Just across the road from The Craven Collection with over 250 classic and vintage bikes. All proceeds from food, drink and entrance fee to the Craven Collection will be donated to the chosen charities. Ride-in from Dean's Garden Centre, Scarborough at 6.30pm – led by Kilham Wednesday Night Bikers – to Dean's at Stockton on the Forest for a fun night out. All bikers welcome, whatever you ride. Prizes for best classic and modern bikes. More info from 01904 400141.

SUNDAY 28
3RD ANNUAL AINTREE SPRINT. Held at the prestigious home of the Grand National, and on part of the old Grand Prix circuit on the famous Aintree Racecourse. Displays of old and new machines, classic bikes, racers, superbikes, cruisers, military motorcycles and much more. Autojumble section for those parts hard to find. It's all for a very worthwhile cause, the North West Air Ambulance, so why not go along and join in? Entry and regs: www.merseymotorcycleclub.co.uk or call Ken on 0151 547 2286. All other aspects call Alex on 0151 520 2136 or Andy on 01257 791399.
TRITON & CAFE RACER REVIEW, Ace Cafe, London.

MONDAY 29
ACE CAFE, LONDON. Ride-out to Cassington Bike Night, 6pm.

July

FRIDAY 3-SUNDAY 5
GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED. For tickets and more information see www.goodwood.co.uk/motorsport

CHINNOR BIKE DAYZ. Now in its 13th year, Chinnor Bike Dayz is organised by Wycombe MAG and helps raise funds for the Thames Valley Air Ambulance. Featuring Great live bands Friday and Saturday, Ride In from Thame services on Saturday, bike show, food vans, trade stalls and the all important beer tent. The grand raffle has a main prize of a brand new 125cc motorbike! Free camping is available Friday and Saturday nights. See www.wycombemag.co.uk/chinnor for more details.

SATURDAY 4
DIAMOND DAY – NCC CUSTOM BIKE SHOW. Ace Cafe, London.
BAYTREE BIKE SHOW, Baytree Nurseries & Garden Centre, High
Road, Weston, Spalding, Lincs PE12 6JU. A fun day for both bikers
and non-bikers alike. Show open from 10am-4pm – entry free. Variety
of stands including The Wolds Bikers, Boston Institute of Advanced
Motorcyclists, K&N Motorcycles, South Lincs & Peterborough Vintage
Motor Cycle Club, Spalding LIVES and more. The Baytree Butchers
will be doing a hog roast for hungry bikers! All proceeds for Spalding
LIVES.

SATURDAY 4-SUNDAY 5
UTTOXETER CLASSIC BIKE SHOW. Open 9.30am-5pm Saturday,
9.30am-4pm Sunday. Admission £7.50, per day (u16s free). Weekend
tickets including camping are available in advance at
www.uttoxeterclassicbikeshow.co.uk by secure Paypal payment.

SUNDAY 5
WOODFORD CLASSIC EVENTS SUMMER SHOW &
AUTOJUMBLE, Bovingdon Airfield, Herts HP1 2RR. 0208 252 68931.
www.woodclass.com

SHAFT DRIVE SUNDAY. Ace Cafe, London.

STRAIGHTLINERS DRAG RACE CHAMPIONSHIP, round 5, East
Kirkby, Lincolnshire.

SCOTRIDERS BIG BIKE RIDE to raise money for the NSPCC. Meet
at Scotriders Training School, 74 East Dock Street, Dundee DD1 3LH
from 10am for 11am departure. All types and sizes of
motorcycles/scooters welcome. This year's event will follow the same
150-plus mile route taking in some of the best biking roads in Tayside
and will be well sign posted with regrouping/refreshment points
planned. Anyone not wishing to raise sponsorship can opt to pay £5
entry on the day. Here's a link to the event poster
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y229/Nedski/ScotridersBigBikeRid
e2009.jpg

SUNDAY 5
CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE SHOW, Astley Green Colliery Museum,
Astley, Tyldesley, Gtr Manchester M29 7JB. Organised by NW branch
of LE Velocette Owners' Club.
Details from John Davies 01942 879147 runner061-
astleybikes@yahoo.co.uk

FRIDAY 10-SATURDAY 11
THE 6TH GREAT OFFLEY CUSTOM CLASSIC TRIKE AND BIKE
SHOW. Camping, bands, bars, trade stalls, tattooist etc.
Check website for details
www.freewebs.com/greatoffleybikeshow

FRIDAY 10-SUNDAY 12
VMCC FESTIVAL OF 1000 BIKES, Mallory Park. Full details from
www.vmcc.net or call 01283 540557.

SATURDAY 11-SUNDAY 12
KELSO BIKEFEST, Springwood Park, Kelso, Scotland. The perfect
destination for riders with the urge to experience winding roads, the
sights of the striking Border country and a top-notch event!
Tickets on sale call 08712 301084 or book online
www.bmfshows.co.uk

SUNDAY 12
SV & BANDIT BASH + DYNO SHOOTOUT. Ace Cafe, London.
A BIKE IN THE PARK 2009, Heaton Park, North Manchester M25
2SW. Admission free. Trade stands, autojumble, club stands and
display areas for vintage and classic Japanese, British, American and
European bikes, trophies for all the usual classes. Plus the latest
sportbikes and tourers from local dealers. See
www.abikeinthepark.co.uk

WAKEFIELD MAG TREASURE HUNT (Branch run with a difference!)
Meet 9:30am (to get clues/instructions) at Stork Lodge Tea Rooms,
Thornes Park, off Thornes Road, Wakefield WF2 8PP. (Treasure hunt
will leave at 10am prompt).
£1 per entrant (to cover cost of prizes). Arrive with a full tank of
petrol.

FRIDAY 17-SUNDAY 19
BIKES & BANDS BY THE SEA. Skegness & District MCC Bikers'
Weekend at the Welcome Inn, Burgh Road, Skegness, (A158). Free
admission. Trade stands, club stands, best bike competition and more.
The weekend's entertainment includes good music, local bands, food
and booze. Limited weekend camping available at just £7.50 per head
if booked and paid for or £10 on arrival – please ring 07881 428482 or
email gray7triker@googlemail.com For trade stands and club stands
please contact Jeff, the event's coordinator, on 01754 811405.

SATURDAY 18
SOUTH MIDLANDS AUTOJUMBLE, Ross-on-Wye Livestock centre.
Exceptional value, 400 yards off end of M50. Birmingham, Bristol,
Cardiff all 45 minutes away. Refreshments, free parking (1000+ cars.)
VAN DIEMAN MCC BIKE SHOW, Hewish Village Hall, nr Westonsuper-
Mare. M5 J21 A370. Live bands, trade stalls, food and bar. £3
entry, £5 camping. Check out www.vandiemanmcc.com

SUNDAY 19
LAVERDA DAY. Ace Cafe, London.
THETFORD & DISTRICT MCC 2009 BIKE SHOW, Thetford Rugby
Club, 10am-4.30pm. Entry by donations to East Anglian Air
Ambulance. Large number of trade stands, Mobile Dyno tester
(Rolling Road), 12 different show bike entry categories. First 1000
visitors will receive a complimentary copy of Motor Cycle Monthly
newspaper. See www.thetfordmotorcycleclub.com or contact Alan on
01842 763744 for more details.
BIKER BBQ DAY at H Cafe all day. More info from Steve Harding
(a.harding007@btinternet.com) 01865 341407.

SATURDAY 25 JULY
MOTORCYCLE MEET & SUMMER FUN DAY, Calne Town Centre
(on the A4 Wiltshire SN11 0EN). Motorcycle clubs – Veteran, Vintage
and special interest bikes. Ride ins and ride outs. Trade stalls, bike
jumble and others. Bands and entertainment all day. Food and
refreshments. Family Fun. All proceeds for charity. More info from
07816 758741 or www.calnemotorcyclemeet.co.uk

HULL & EAST RIDING CUSTOM BIKE, TRIKE & SCOOTER SHOW,
Dene Park Sports Club, Beverley Road, Hull. To raise funds for PACT
(Hull Parents Reg charity). Tickets £5 and there’s a £2.50 donation to
charity to put your bike in the show. Trophies, live bands both day
and night. Camping stalls. Food available in club house. Call Tony
07737 563873. www.hull-eastriding-customshow.webs.com

SUNDAY 26
SUZUKI SUNDAY + DYNO SHOOTOUT. Ace Cafe, London.
VJMC ALL JAPANESE BIKE SHOW, Lotherton Hall, Aberford near
Leeds. Junction 47 of the M1. 10am-4pm. £5 admission. General
Enquiries Pat Helm 01924 824323.

FRIDAY 31 JULY
WOLDS BIKERS CHARITY BIKE NITE, Coach & Horses, Billinghay
LN4 4DD. The venue may have changed but the welcome hasn’t,
Richard and Sandy are our hosts and the BBQ will be lit, the beer will
be cold and all the fantastic bikes will be on show again along with
trade stands. Live band, Gin House. All proceeds go to LIVES and
local First Responders' teams.

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2009 Dates to note

16th Carole Nash Eurojumble - Date: Friday 11th/Saturday 12th September 2009 Location: Netley Marsh, between Cadnam and Totton, Hants, SO40 7GY
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16th Carole Nash Motorcycle Mechanics Show - Date: Saturday 17th/Sunday 18th October 2009 Location: Stafford County Show Ground, Staffordshire, ST18 0BD