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A variety of track-racing machinery on display at Paradise Park Speedway Museum Former speedway rider Peter Sampson, who rode for Swindon and Hackney, owns the Park complex. It is about 10 miles from High Beech in Epping Forest, which is generally accepted as the site of the first 'dirt-track' event as speedway was initially known.…

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Using a 496cc Blue Star solo and 591cc M21 sidecar outfit selected from dealers’ stock by ACU officials, the challenge was to follow the English and Welsh coastline without stopping the engines (a distance of about 2500 miles). This included ascents of Bwlch-y-Groes, (the equivalent of climbing 31,000ft at an average incline of 1-in-4.9), riding…

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Taking place on the weekend of August 9-10, two spectacular days of action will see visitors treated to row-upon-row of display bikes from clubs and private entries, manufacturers, trade stands, autojumbles and star guests covering both modern and classic machines and eras. Exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: “To see our portfolio of events expanding is…

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Plenty to see and do at Bristol Some fantastic displays and exhibitions marked the 34th Carole Nash Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show, and none were more impressive than the winner of the Best Club Stand prize – the Bristol section of the Norton Owners Club. Inspired by their own first ever meeting back in 1963, club…

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And the winner is… With several hundred machines on display as private entries or on club stands, picking winners has proved a difficult task. James Robinson, editor of The Classic MotorCycle magazine has spoken about the fantastic selection of classics in attendance: “There are some lovely machines, many of which are freshly restored. “Gaby Hunt’s…

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With some of the most creative trade and club stands we’ve seen in a long time, and some stunning motorcycles polished to perfection on display, it has been a real treat for the eyes. We’re now ready to announce those who have caught the eyes of our meticulous judges this weekend. And the winners are:…

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Funds are raised for the Somerset Emergency Flood Relief Appeal. Alongside local motorcycle clubs and regional sections of national organisations, local cider, cheese and confectionary producers have been showcasing their wares with visitors taking in the many treats on offer. Classic Bike Shows's exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: "We always enjoy our visits to the…

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Despite concerns over the weather conditions in England's south west, the venue is unaffected and, as we highlighted on Thursday, measures are in place in the surrounding car parks to ensure that the show runs smoothly. A walk around the several halls will see visitors come across some exceptional club stands, with members going all…

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