Craven Collection of Classic Bikes Open Day
April 1 – 2
Dick Craven, Brockfield Villa, Stockton on Forest, York
First open day of the year, 270 motorcycles and related memorabilia on show.
Scooter Show
April 1
White Lion, Baldock, Hertfordshire
Starts 10am, Tel: 07963 609143
Pre-65 Club Classic Scramble
April 1
Maylandsea, Essex
This is what it says on the tin – a scramble in the East of England on a classic bike.
Ashford Classic Motorcycle Show and Bikejumble
April 2
Ashford Market, Ashford, Kent
10 am start, £6 entry free and kids under 16 and the 65 and over go in free. Dogs welcome.
www.elk-promotions.co.uk Tel 01797 344277
Coleford Carnival of Transport and Autojumble
April 2
Coleford, Gloucestershire
Held in the beautiful Forest of Dean, the town centre is closed so that 500 vehicles of all types and periods can be displaced side by side.
http://www.colefordcarnivaloftransport.co.uk
Security Night
April 6
Streetbike, Halesowen, West Midlands
An evening of information, news and advice on bike security. MAG is partnering with West Midlands Police and Streebike to give you the opportunity to ask questions and get discounts on security products.
Email cbrown@mag-uk.org
Adventure Bike Ride In
April 7 - 8
Sammy Miller Museum, New Milton, Hampshire
Supporting the increasing amount of adventure bikes on the road, the museum is encouraging riders to pop along for a look around the museum and to sample the lovely breakfast baps (served with free coffee or tea!) 10am – 3.30pm.
Tel 01425 616644
www.sammymiller.co.uk
www.google.co.uk/maps
Kickback
April 7 - 8
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire
Customs, modified classics, trade stalls, food, beer, coffee, camping and cake! Plus, a chance to find those elusive parts in the indoor Shed Jumble. Rummage away.
Tel 07758 368072 or email lorne@rwrw.co.uk
Rufforth Autojumble
April 7
Rufforth Park, York
Tel 01904 738620
Normous Newark Autojumble
April 8
Newark Showground, Newark
Your chance to rummage for parts, tools and rare finds – thousands of items on offer.
www.newarkautojumble.co.uk
Malvern Festival of Transport
April 8
Three Counties Showground, Malvern
The first full classic vehicle show of the year, incorporating three separate events including the Classic Motorcycle Show. Trade stands and autojumbe too.
British + Classic Bike Day + BSA Special
April 8
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Rd, London
Live music from noon.
london.acecafe.com
www.google.co.uk/maps
Saturday Night Special
April 14
Santa Pod Raceway, Northants
Experience the thrill of evening/night racing. Track open from 9.30am – 8pm and is open to all vehicles. Free camping for those wanting to stay for The Fast Show on Sunday.
www.santapod.co.uk or www.rwyb.com
Prescott Bike Festival
April 14 - 15
Prescott Speed Hill Climb, Gotherington, Cheltenham
Saturday is all about chilling with electric cars and bikes, a gin fest and fine motorbikes. Sunday it’s time for track action, beer and food. Lots for the kids to do too.
www.prescottbikefestival.co.uk
Tel 01452 260063 or email gordon@bikefestivals.co.uk
Garstang Autojumble
April 15
Garstang Preston, Lancs
You can get just about anything at this event – be prepared for a good rummage.
National Youthbike Blues and Bikes
April 20 - 22
Cabourne Parva, off A46 near Caistor, Lincs
Tel 01522 869407 or email elliott.mitch@gmail.com
A Newt in Shining Armour Rally Team Sober
April 20 - 22
Woolley Edge Campsite, Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Bands, silly games and Medieval fancy dress.
www.teamsobermcc.co.uk
Tel 07919 846164 or email rallysec@teamsobermcc.co.uk
The 38th Carole Nash International Classic Motorcycle Show
April 21 - 22
County Showground, Weston Road, Stafford
The flagship event of the classic bike calendar, this show is in its fourth decade and is still going strong. Trade stands, autojumble, special guest stars, clubs, live action and the intriguing Bonhams Spring Sale. Money at the ready!
http://www.classicbikeshows.com/
Brighton Jukebox Show and Retro Collectors Fair
April 21 - 22
Brighton Racecourse
Family day out with live bands, bike and classic car displays. Plus children’s entertainer and stalls selling all things retro. 10am – 5pm both day.
Custom + Cruiser Bike Day + London MAG
April 22
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular, London
All day
london.acecafe.com
Huddersfield Autojumble
April 22
Old Market Building, Huddersfield
Royal Enfield Ride In
April 22
Sammy Miller Museum, New Milton, Hampshire
The annual ride for all Royal Enfield owners, the oldest brand in the world still in production with the Bullet model enjoying the longest production run of all time.
www.sammymiller.co.uk
Tel 01425 616644
Ripon Spring Classic Car and Bike Show and Autojumble
April 22
Ripon Racecourse, North Yorks
Over 500 classic vehicles on display along with a large autojumble and trade area.
www.markwoodwardclassicevents.com
The Steve Parrish MAD (My Adolescent Dad)
April 28
Stamford Corn Exchange, Lincs
An entertaining evening hosted by Steve’s daughter Frankie
www.madtour.co.uk Tel 01780 766455
VMCC Autojumble
April 28
Bath and West Showground
Somerset
Squires Café Autojumble
April 28
Sherburn in Elmet, West Yorks
Italian Bike Day
April 29
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, London
All day
london.acecafe.com
www.google.co.uk/maps
Velocette Motorcycle Day
29 April
Brooklands Museum, Surrey
Get a double helping of action as the Velocette Owners Club and The Morgan Three-Wheeler Club descend on the museum site for the day.
Expect displays in the paddock, motoring village and finishing straight, along with runs up the test hill.
www.brooklandsmuseum.com Tel 01932 857381
Salutation MCC Charity One Nighter
30 April
Birch Coppice Social Welfare Club, Dordon, Tamworth, Staffordshire
Incredible live music from The Detonators and Rock Disco into the wee small hours. Just a fiver on the gate, camping included.
www.salutationmcc.com
Tel 07772 482544 or email Nigellast@hotmail.co.uk
Motogiro d’Italia
30 April – 6 May
Bologna, Italy
A fascinating race over six stages across the beautiful Italian countryside. This event is now over 100 years old.
Bike Day
April 1
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, London
All day
https://london.acecafe.com
Bike Night
April 6
Jack’s Hill Café
Towcester, Northamptonshire
6 – 9.30pm All welcome
Bike Night and Streetfighters
April 6
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, London
6 – 11pm
British and Classic Bike Day plus BSA special
April 8
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, London
9am start and live music from noon.
Kawasaki Sunday “Let the Good Times Roll”
April 15
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, London
Celebrating the anniversary of the ZZR1 400 Forum
All day
https://london.acecafe.com
Bike Night + Rockers and Classics
April 20
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, London
Carl Fogarty will be there launching his new book ‘The World According to Foggy’
6 – 11pm
Rocket III Owners Club Meet
April 21
Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Road, London
All day
https://london.acecafe.com
Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity Easter Egg Run
April 1
Starting at Greendyke Street, Glasgow Green
A run to the Royal Hospital for Children to say hello to and put a smile on the faces of the young patients. For those not riding they’ll be entertainment, stalls, games and family fun at the hospital from 11am.
http://www.glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org
Ben’s Ride Part Deux – The Sequel
April 1
Old Rose and Crown, Stourport on Severn, Worcestershire
A ride out to help raise funds to build a centre for young adults with learning disabilities. Music festival, butties, cakes and a BBQ too.
www.leapgateactivitycentre.co.uk
BOMB Run
April 14
Woolpack Inn, Church Street, Coggleshall, Colchester
A run in aid of injured veterans, with Bikers Respect All Veterans Equally (BRAVE). Meet from 11am, start at 1pm. Loos, brews and social stuff just two minutes-walk from the start. The route is around 55 miles long and is scenic and fun. Food and drink available at the end of the run and camping too if you want to make a night of it. £10 suggested start fee.
Email brave7475@gmail.com
Five Valleys Charity Motorcycle Run
April 15
Starting from Salisbury Livestock Market
Sign on from 9.30am, start at 11am. Non-members welcome. Entry forms downloadable from website or contact Dave Weston on 01264 364186 or email dweston49@btinternet.com
www.salisburymotorcycleandlightcarclub.co.uk
Bike4Life Ride Out and Festival with Carl Fogarty
April 22
RAF Museum, Cosford, Shropshire
Starts at Meole Brace, Shrewsbury. The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s Bike4Life Ride Out and Festival is one of the biggest biker events in the country, attracting over 12,000 bikers. This year the ride out is led by Carl Fogarty. Slowly hopefully!
The World’s Largest Unofficial St Georges Day Parade
April 22
Meet at Norcutts in Shirley, West Midlands at 6pm and riding to Henley-in-Harden
With proceeds going to Midland Freewheelers Blood Bikes, this parade welcomes bikes, trikes, scooters, cars, trucks and campers. Fully marshalled.
Snetterton
April 2
Snetterton, Norwich
300 circuit
Run What Ya Brung
April 7
Santa Pod Raceway, Northants
Santa Pod offers up it’s quarter-mile drag strip for you to have a (safe) blast on whatever you like.
www.santapod.co.uk or www.rwyb.com
California Superbike School
April 9 - 12
Adria International Raceway, Italy
A four-day spectacular in beautiful (and hopefully warm) Italy where you can mix and match the days as you choose. They’ll be two CSS days, a half day of karting and a day trip to the Ducati factory. Wowser.
Oulton Park
April 11
Tarporly, Cheshire
International Circuit
Saturday Night Special
April 14
Santa Pod Raceway, Northants
Experience the thrill of evening/night racing. Track open from 9.30am – 8pm and is all vehicles welcome. Free camping for those wanting to stay for The Fast Show on Sunday.
www.santapod.co.uk or www.rwyb.com
Run What Ya Brung
April 21
Santa Pod Raceway, Northants
Test your bikes performance limits in a safe and legal environment on this famous quarter-mile strip. £10 admission and £25 to sign on.
www.santapod.co.uk or www.rwyb.com
Snetterton Circuit
April 23
Snetterton, Norwich
300 circuit
Oulton Park
April 24
Tarporley, Cheshire
International Circuit
Donnington Park
April 24
Donnington, Derby
Grand Prix Circuit
Brands Hatch
April 26
Longfield, Kent
Indy Circuit – evening session
California Superbike School
April 26 and 27
Silverstone, Northamptonshire
Stowe Circuit
Featuring eight corners, the slightly shorter distance of the Stowe circuit is ideal for teaching the art of cornering. The two tight left-hand corners always prove to be a good challenge.
Bennetts British Superbikes – Round 1
March 31 – April 2
Donnington Park, Leicestershire
We can’t think of a much better way to spend Easter weekend than this. Stock up on the chocolate and head to Donnington for round one of the finest national road racing championships in the world. It’s fast and hair raising. Shakey Byrne continues to dominate. But will a young gun outride him this year? Let the excitement begin.
Watch on TV – Eurosport - Monday 2 April at 1pm
Maxxis ACU British Motocross Championship, Round 2
April 1
Culham, Oxfordshire
An old school circuit on the banks of the River Thames. Natural contours with a few man-made jumps thrown in. A challenging race this one.
Cumbria TSC Toughsheet National Twinshock Championship
April 1
Polesworth, Staffordshire
Auto 66 Club Bike Championships
April 1 - 2
Cadwell Park, Lincolnshire
The Auto 66 club was formed over 50 years ago, and has nurtured the careers of Barry Sheene, Mick Grant and Roger Marshall.
Red Marley Hillclimb
April 2
Great Witley, Worcester
A quarter mile grass track hillclimb for classic scramblers includes a tricky jump near the top. What’s not to like!
Moto GP – round 2 - Argentina
6 – 8 April
Terman De Rio Hondo circuit, Santiago del Estero
Watch live on TV – BT Sport Live – 8 April at 7pm and highlights on ITV 4, 9 April at 8pm
www.motogp.com
Landsdowne Classic Racing Series
April 6 - 8
Silverstone, Northants
Recreating the sights, sounds and spirit of racing in the 1950’s and early 1960’s, the Landsdowne Classic is a spectacular series providing great viewing and close racing.
Bringsty Grand Prix
April 7
Brockhampton, Worcestershire
A classic motocross event on a farm. It’s going to be muddy – wellies at the ready.
www.bromyardspeedfestival.co.uk
Bennetts British Superbike Championships round 2
April 13 - 15
Brands Hatch Indy, Longfield, Kent
Watch on TV – Eurosport – 15 April at 1pm
World Superbike Championship – round 3 Pirelli Aragon
April 13 – 15
MotorLand Aragon, Teruel, Spain
Watch on TV – Eurosport - Race 1, Saturday 14 April at 12 noon and Race 2 on Sunday 15 April at 12 noon
British Historic Racing Club Classic
April 14 - 15
Mallory Park
A huge variety of racing machinery can be seen in action at this event with classes for pre-1948 through to the “BEARS” machines of the 1980s. The VMCC is on a mission to ensure that vintage machines are kept out of museums and ridden regularly instead.
www.britishhistoricracingclub.co.uk
British Youth National Motocross, Round 2
April 14 - 15
Preston Docks, Preston
A highly contested series raced at some of the best motocross tracks in the country.
Loton Park Hillclimb
April 14 - 15
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
A beautiful venue and one of the longer tracks. A couple of blind bends and a blast to the finish – fantastic.
Moto GP – round 3 – The Americas
20 – 22 April
Circuit of The Americas, Austin, Texas
Watch live on TV – BT Sport Live – 22 April at 8pm and highlights on ITV 4, 23 April at 8pm
World Superbike Championship – round 4 Dutch
20 – 22 April
TT Assen Circuit, Netherlands
Watch on TV – Eurosport - Race 1, Saturday 21 April at 12 noon and Race 2 on Sunday 22 April at 12 noon
Bob Smith Spring Cup Road Races
April 21 - 22
Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough
See road racing stars tackle the famous 2.43m road circuit. Many will also be starting their preparations here for the TT and The North West. Improved trackside safety is now in place.
www.auto66.com Tel 01723 373000
No Limits Club Bike Championships
April 21 - 22
Cadwell Park, Lincolnshire
A racing series for novice and experienced riders, with the emphasis on creating a fun environment for both competitors and spectators. This event will feature an open paddock, so feel free to come down and meet the riders and teams.
Le Mans 24-Heures Motos
April 21 - 22
France
Le Mans isn’t that far – really. 24-hour racing is awesome, and the French definitely know how to put on a show.
www.fim-live.com or www.lemans.org/en/24-hours-motos
Maxxis ACU British Motocross Championship, Round 3
April 22
Canada Heights, Kent
Named after the Canadian troops who camped here during the First World War, this track has been in use for many years. It provides awesome racing and a great spectator venue.
Gurston Down Hillclimb
April 22
Salisbury, Wiltshire
With an excellent surface this well-known hill has challenges for all levels.
Cookstown 100 Road Race
April 27 - 28
County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
One of Guy Martin’s favourite circuits, the 100 Road Race is the oldest in Ireland. Lap record is held by Michael Dunlop when he recorded a whopping 91.480mph in 2013. Book the ferry now!
British Motorcycle Racing Club
28 – 29 April
Cadwell Park, Lincolnshire
The BMRC is the largest of its type in the UK and organises a myriad of championships including Thunderbikes, Superstock 1000, Formula 400s and sidecars. A whole myriad of classes is running this weekend.