Motorcycle Show Traders Association
MSTA
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Motorcycle Shows
2012
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info@msta.org.uk
2012
Shows
January 2012
Winter Classic Show
Newark County Showground
January 7-8th 2012
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Springfields Bike Show
Springfields Event Centre
Spalding,Lincs
15th & 16th Jan 2012
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Manchester Bike Show
Manchester Central
15 & 16th Jan 2012
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Kempton Bike Jumble
Kempton Park Racecourse
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex, TW16 5AQ
Sat 28th January 2012
www.egp-enterprises.co.uk
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February 2012.
MCN London Motorcycle Show
Excel Exhibition Ctr
2-5th February 2012
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Bristol Classic Motorcycle Show
Bath & West Showground
18 & 19th Feb 2012
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London International Classic & Custom Show
Alexandra Palace, LondonL25th & 26th February
2012
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March 2012
MCN Scottish Motorcycle Show
10th/11th March
Royal Highland Centre
Ingleston, Edinburgh
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South of England Real Classic Show
11th March 2012
South of England Showground
Ardingly
West Sussex
RH17 6TL
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Kempton Bike Jumble
Kempton Park Racecourse
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex, TW16 5AQ
Sat 24th March 2012
www.egp-enterprises.co.uk
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Manchester Bike Show 2012
Event City Manchester
17/18th March 2012
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April 2012
Ashford Classic Motorcycle Show & Bikejumble
Easter Monday 9th April 2012
Ashford Market, Orbital Park, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0HB
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32nd Classic Motorcycle Show
Stafford Showground
28th & 29th April 2012
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May 2012
BMAD Paignton Bike Festival
4th - 5th - 6th May 2012
Held on the seafront at Paignton
with
all the money raised at the event going
to charities
www.bmad.co.uk
Bikers make a Difference
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Romney Marsh Bike Jumble
13th May 2012
Hamstreet, Kent TN26 2JD
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Great Scottish Bike Show
Lanark Agricultural Centre
12th & 13th May 2012
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Southern Classic Bike Show & Bike Jumble
Kempton Park Racecourse
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex,
TW16 5AQ
Sat 19th May 2012
www.egp-enterprises.co.uk
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BMF Show
East of England Showground
Peterborough
19/20th May 2012
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June 2012
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July 2012
Kempton Bike Jumble
Kempton Park Racecourse
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex, TW16 5AQ
Sat 7th July 2012
www.egp-enterprises.co.uk
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Romney Marsh Show
8th July 2012
Hamstreet, Kent TN26 2JD
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BMF Kelso Bikefest
Border Union Showground
Kelso, Scotland
7/8th July 2012
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Beaulieu Motorcycle Ride-In
15th July
Public motorcycle ride-in, trade stands and
stunt displays
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MSTA Gold Members
Web Links
Crossbow Calendars www.crossbow-calendars.com
Tel: 0208
669 6400
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Backchat Intercoms
www.backchat-intercoms.com
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Beowulf Performance Products www.beowulf-performance-products.com
Tel: 01422 377603
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Bike
Colours
www.bikecolours.com
Tel: 07960 168424
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Central Wheel Compnents www.central-wheel.co.uk
Tel:
(01675) 462264
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D.H. Autos
www.dhautos.co.uk
Tel: (01782) 613889
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Duke
Video
www.dukevideo.com
Tel: 01624 640000
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Fat Skeleton
www.fatskeleton.co.uk
Tel:
0845 838 0739
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Happy Feet Massaging Insoles
Tel: 0151 428 7549
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Helmet City
www.helmetcity.co.uk
Tel: 01959 577 911
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Kims Motorsport Gallerys www.kimsmotorsportgalleries
.com
Tel: (01522) -828102
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Lamba
Motorcycles. www.lambamotorcycles.co.uk
Tel: 0208 647 4851
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Light Commercial
Tel: (01226) 249789
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Mallard Metal Packs Ltd
www.mallardmetals.co.uk
Tel:
0121 624 0302
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Motorcyclegifts.co.uk
www.motorcyclegifts.co.uk
Tel: 0121 244
1067
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Scott Leathers
www.scottleathers.com
Tel: 01833 631526
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Steve
Whyman Art
www.stevewhyman.com
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Associated Members
Active 8 Lubricants
Baglux UK
Grinfactor
Bikers Clearance World
HGB Motorcycles
Just Bandit’s
MotoGPgenuis
Motorbikebits
Phil Read
P & P Seating
Proto UK Ltd
Razar Ltd
Steve’s Stainless
TEC
The Magazine Man
Ultimate Ear Protection
Contact us at info@msta.org.uk
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2012 Shows
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August 2012
South Of England Superbike Show
12th August 2012
Hamstreet, Kent TN26 2JD
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West Wales Motorcycle Show
West Wales Showground
Nantyci, Carmarthen
18th & 19st August
2012
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September 2012
Netley Marsh Eurojumble
Netley Marsh nr Southampton
7th & 8th Sept 2012
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Kempton Bike Jumble
Kempton Park Racecourse
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex, TW16 5AQ
Sat 22nd Sept 2012
www.egp-enterprises.co.uk
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BMF Tailend
East of England Showground, Peterborough
15/16th Sept 2012
www.thebmfshow.co.uk
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Romney Marsh Show
23rd Sept 2012
Hamstreet, Kent TN26 2JD
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October 2012
South of England Real Classic Show
14th October 2012
South of England Showground
Ardingly
West Sussex
RH17 6TL
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Classic Motorcycle Show
Stafford Showground
20th & 21st Oct 2012
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Kempton Bike Jumble
Kempton Park Racecourse
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex, TW16 5AQ
Sat 27th Oct 2012
www.egp-enterprises.co.uk
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November 2012
International Dirt Bike Show
Stoneleigh Exhibiton Centre
1st -4th November 2012.
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December 2012
Scottish Dirt Bike Show
Lanark Agricultural Centre
1st & 2nd December 2012
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Kempton Bike Jumble
Kempton Park Racecourse
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex, TW16 5AQ
Sat 8th Dec 2012
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Latest Show News
THIS WEEKEND
BMF SHOW PETERBOROUGH
It’s all systems go for the BMF Show........
Firstly, the organisers have arranged for a Big Screen to be at the Show. This means
footy fans can watch Chelsea’s game live on Saturday evening AND it will show the
Moto GP practice sessions and the race live on Sunday. Remember, to have access to
the evening entertainment or the sports screening you will need a Weekend ticket.
Secondly,
the BMF have offered a further incentive to BMF Members - you will now be given a
£2 discount off the ‘On Gate’ ticket prices – this will include camping and day tickets.
You MUST produce your membership card to get the discount - so pop it in your wallet
now! Affiliated club members also entitled to this discount (with membership card).
The BMW UK GS Trophy competition, The White Helmets, The ACU 1000 cc sidecar championship rounds, over 190 trade stalls, Best in Show (over 48 bikes) and live entertainment for campers on Friday and Saturday evenings. Advance tickets offering exceptional value are still available until midnight 16th: CLICK HERE or through the ticket hotline: 0844 8845151
Despite the recent bad weather the BMF Show, held at the East of England Showground, Peterborough 18-20 May goes ahead as planned – and what a show it’s going to be:
Organisers have even laid on a FREE shuttle bus service that will run from Bauer Media’s Car Park (approx 3 mins from the showground) which will take up any slack if the showground’s car parks become too wet to use. Marshals and traffic control (plus signage) will direct customers.
Despite the weather outlook the organiser’s assure us that this will be one of the best BMF Shows for years, apart from all of the entertainment there will also be 12 manufacturers/importers, some offer demo rides but you will need BOTH parts of your driving licence so don’t forget it.
See you at the show
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Putti Bikers Gearbox
It is with deep regret that we heard the news that “Putti” the boss of Bikers Gearbox sadly passed away recently.
Putti was well know to most of us on the show circuit as a regular exhibitor, and will be sorely missed by us all, as well as his many customers
Our sympathy goes out to Alison, Putti’s wife and the rest of his family at this very sad time.
Rest in peace my friend
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New Manchester Show
This new show got of to a flying start with many traders reporting good business
As you know we need more shows in the calendar to replace some of those that have fallen by the wayside, and this show looks set to have a good future.
All the visitors we interviewed were very pleased with what they had seen, and many commented on the large number of bikes on display. None interviewed moaned about the admission prices, and many commented on the “FREE” PARKING”, which makes a refreshing change.
Both traders and punters alike were impressed with the new Event City Venue, with easy access for stand holders, and parking outside the halls.
Another bonus for this show is the fact that it is next to the Trafford Shopping Centre, so the guys can take in the show, while the other halves can enjoy shopping if they are not into bikes.
All in all for a first time show this was very impressive, and we will update on
attendance as soon as we have the information.
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Gareth (Gruff) Jones
2/2/1950 to 6/3/2012
It is with deep regret that we learned the sad news that Gruff had passed away on the 06/03/12.
He was like many of us a regular at 100’s of shows, and his cheery smile and sharp wit will be missed by us all, as well as his many customers.
Our sympathy goes out to Caroline and the rest of Gruff’s family at this very sad time.
We understand that his daughter Caroline will continue with the business.
Rest in peace
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Motorbuers, Utrecht, Holland23rd - 26th Feb
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George White Folds
Confirmed reports reach us that George White the giant show discounter have fallen victim to the current trading position.
Many in the trade had questioned how long they could survive with the huge discounts they were offering.
Although bad news for their workforce, there will be many traders who will not be sorry at this news.
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Scottish Dirt Bike Show
After more than 50 years of serious off-road
competition,
time has finally caught up with Scottish Dirt Bike Show organiser Robbie Allan. Robbie,
now aged 70, is heading into hospital for a bit of essential maintenance on creaking
knees and ageing hips, which unfortunately means that the date for the first Scottish
Dirt Bike Show has been put back until Saturday and Sunday, December 1-2, 2012.
The show’s co-organiser Nick Mowbray said: “No one wanted to delay the show, but no one wanted to put on a half-baked event either.
Robbie’s involvement with the show is vital and we are looking forward to having him back and fully rebuilt to a concours standard in 2012. The delay is unfortunate, but the most important thing is getting the show right.”
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Increasing Costs Killing Shows
We all know we are in recession and do not have the same amount of spending power as a few years ago, so why are venue owners and some organisers not acknowledging this by freezing or lowering rents.
Over the past two years we have seen some shows wind up due to the financial overheads, attendances falling as visitors have had enough of constant prices rise’s, to say nothing of us the hard pressed traders, whose rents increase year upon year at most shows.
Venue owners need to wake up to the fact that they are causing the slow collapse of the whole show industry in many varied markets.
A decade ago our biggest Bike Show had an attendance of over 200.000, this has now fallen to a figure below 100.000, but the rent has increased most years over this period. So traders are now paying a much higher rent for less than half the number of visitors.
Of course the Internet has played a large part in this as visitors no longer have to go to a show to find the products that are not in their local dealers, they can simply buy on line as most companies now have their own e-commerce web sites
The result of all this is more companies are pulling out of the large shows in favour of smaller more cost effective regional shows.
There is no longer the flagship motor show, and in all markets the story is the same, so come on venue owners wake up to the situation now, before we see the whole show industry decline even further.
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Brand New Classic Bike Show
January used to be Britain’s most boring month, but not anymore because, as of next
year, there’s a brand new classic bike show from the people who bring you the Stafford
and Bristol spectaculars!
The Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic runs over the weekend
of January 7-8, 2012 at the Newark County Showground. And the organisers are planning
the best restoration show yet. With hundreds of beautiful classic bikes to admire
and hundreds of trade stalls and dealers too – the show will be perfect place to
grab some inspiration and a boxful of parts to get your project finished in plenty
of time for summer.
Contact us at info@msta.org.uk
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