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Top 5 UK Motorcycle Events and Festivals

The UK is a hotbed of motorcycle enthusiasts and with it comes a fantastic proliferation of events, ride-outs and festivals each year where riders, bikes and brands come together to celebrate all things motorcycle. 2014 will be no different, so here are some of the country’s best motorcycle events and festivals according to Book Your Motorcycle Test Online to get you in the mood for the festivities.

Bike 1066 Spring Opener (May)

Widely considered to be the opening of the motorcycle season, Bike 1066 is the UK’s biggest free motorcycle festival and is proud to bring together motorcyclists, their bikes, their families and a hell of a lot of activity for a fun-filled weekend that is free to all. With live music and coverage, as well as heaps of stalls and shows, it is a date to save in May if you want to meet like-minded people and share your love for two-wheeled beauties.

British Grand Prix (July to August)

Watch the professionals at work with a trip to one of the most exciting races in the country at Silverstone racecourse. A prestigious UK event that is a thrilling treat for a weekend of motorcycle action, these are some of the hottest tickets on the market for motorcycle enthusiasts.

Classic Motorcycle Festival (August)

If you’re a bit of a history fan and love a good classic motorcycle, get yourself to Donnington Park this August. See some of the world’s most renowned motorcycles on show, and watch many of them take to the tracks as they race for the title as the best amongst the rest for the delight of the spectators.

Bulldog Bash (August)

What started as a small event by the Hells Angels in the 1980s, the Bulldog Bash has since grown to be one the largest motorcycle rallies in Europe, attracting tens of thousands of riders, fans and spectators every year to Stratford-upon-Avon for this impressive show. Beer tents, adult entertainment, racing and stunt shows make this a motorcycle extravaganza that you don’t want to miss out on.

Motorcycle Live (November)

The UK’s largest motorcycle show, Motorcycle Live celebrates all things two wheeled and has proven a huge success in previous years, last year even setting a new world record with an attempt for the Highest BMX Jump to add to the excitement, with a visit from The Duke of Cambridge also causing a stir. Certainly one for the calendar for a weekend of surprises so stay tuned for more info.

Here are just a few of the many motorcycle events that will scatter the country over 2014. With hundreds of smaller and more quirky gatherings amongst their midst, there is plenty to keep you motorcycle lovers entertained throughout the year, so once you’ve booked your best with Book My Theory Test Online, why not pick a date where you can (hopefully) celebrate the results!