Rex Butcher at Ardingly: Rex will be joining us at Ardingly this Sunday. Rex co-rode the Dresda Triton with Dave Degens to an awesome victory at the 1965 Barcelona 24-Hour Endurance Race. A real Giant-killer, the machine outperformed the teams of factory bikes to win at the twisty Monjuic Circuit. Ken Fox Wall of Death Comes to Ardingly: We’re super excited to announce that The Ken Fox Wall of Death will be at The Summer Classic Bike Show on Sunday 26 July, their first time

Best Classic: Jack Osborne, Kent. 1923 Raleigh Model 3 350cc 2.75HP This is a belt-drive 350cc side-valve machine, with three-speed Sturmey-Archer gearbox. The owner is 19-year-old Jack Osborne, who is really into his older machines. When Jack bought the Raleigh he was too young to take his motorcycle test to allow him to ride on the road, despite the Raleigh being just 2.75HP and with far less performance than a modern 125cc that Jack could ride at 18. Jack tells us “Here i

For the first time the Ken Fox Wall of Death is coming to the Ardingly Classic Bike Show. The Fox family have been touring and entertaining the public since the 1920s. With their vintage Indian Scout motorcycles and 20ft high vertical wall, this is a show that needs to be seen to be believed! The noise, the speed, the smell and the proximity of the bikes ridden all the way to the very top of the wall, within inches of the audience, is an experience never to be forgotten. Not

Elk Promotions' Ardingly Classic Bike Show & Jumble returns to the South of England Showground on Sunday 26th July 2026, with a lightweight racing theme and a tribute to Dresda cafe racers. Alongside clubs from the lightweight classic racing scene, including the BSA Bantam and the Classic 50cc Motorcycle Racing Clubs, Guy Fithen will be representing Dresda, famed for their precision engineering and performance-focused custom motorcycles. Dave Degens, founder of Dresda Motorcy

Note: We currently have limited Phone & Internet access, so please be patient when contacting us. We’re back for the Romney Marsh Classic Motorcycle Autojumble & Ride-In Show this Sunday 28 June at Hamstreet, near Ashford, Kent TN26 2JD. Come for a proper grass-roots rummage in the 'jumble, there's tons of spares, accessories and bikes for sale in the all-motorcycle autojumble, from basket cases to concours plus the Bikemart for complete machines. Listen to great live music

Pick up a FREE copy of Old Bike Mart on the gate at the ROMNEY MARSH RIDE-IN SHOW AND BIKE JUMBLE on Sunday 28th June, 2026. Launched in 1983, this subscription-only newspaper boasts UK’s largest selection of classic motorcycle classified ads. Often referred to as 'The Autojumble in Your Armchair' it's published monthly and is a useful tool in the search for parts and services for classic bikes.

Ride in and Win: The Romney Marsh Classic Bike Show Returns! The Romney Marsh Ride-In Show and Bike Jumble is back at Hamstreet, Kent, on Sunday, 28th June 2026. Known as one of the South East’s most relaxed and enjoyable days out, it’s the ultimate destination for anyone with a passion for classic and post-classic motorcycles. The Ride-In Show: No Fuss, Just Fun Entering the show is as straightforward as it gets. There’s no pre-booking required: simply ride in, pay the regul

The Ardingly Spring Classic Motorcycle Show marked a thrilling start to the season at the South of England Showground. Held in the modern Queens Jubilee Hall, the event brought together enthusiasts, riders, and experts passionate about classic motorcycles, with a special spotlight on two-stroke machines. The Heart of the Show: Two-Stroke Motorcycles Take Centre Stage Two-stroke motorcycles have a special place in the hearts of many classic bike enthusiasts. At Ardingly, these

The Ashford Classic Motorcycle Show and Autojumble is back this Easter Monday, bringing together classic machines, club stands, traders and one of the South East’s best-loved bike jumbles in the hardstanding, weatherproof surroundings of Ashford Livestock Market. Held on Monday 6th April 2026, the event’s theme this year is the Isle of Man TT & GP races, celebrating the unique relationship between Kent riders and the iconic road race over the decades. The show will shine a s

The South of England Classic Motorcycle Show and Bikejumble is on Sunday 29 March 2026 at the South of England Showground, Ardingly, near Gatwick RH17 6TL. The show is inside the modern Queens Jubilee Hall, and we've got a stunning display of machines booked in. The theme is Two-Strokes, and we have Special Guest Stan Stephens, legendary two-stroke tuner. Make sure to catch his presentation together with Mike Jackson, Greeves ex-works rider. Watch and hear a selection of the

We’re thrilled to announce that legendary 2-stroke tuner Stan Stephens will be our Guest of Honour at the Ardingly Classic Bike Show & Jumble on Sunday, March 29th. Based in the Stockman’s Building, Stan will be hosting an exclusive talk followed by a live Q&A session. Whether you want to hear behind-the-scenes stories from the golden era of classic motorcycles or you’re looking for expert advice on a stubborn technical gremlin, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

The Ardingly Classic Bike Show & Jumble is back at the South of England Showground on Sunday 29th March 2026. Even if the sun doesn’t shine, visitors can expect a hazy day as this year's show theme is two-strokes. From the simplest lightweight commuters, through to highly tuned, high-revving multi-cylinder Grand Prix winners, the two-stroke engine has been at the heart of motorcycling for over a century. Compact, mechanically simple and often gloriously noisy, two-strokes in

Following another strong season, celebrating the best of Britain’s classic motorcycling heritage, Elk Promotions has confirmed its 2026 event calendar, with six flagship shows and bike-only jumbles taking place across the South of England. Themes in 2025 included tributes to Indian and Brough Superior, alongside a celebration of the iconic Norton Featherbed frame — all of which proved popular with visitors and exhibitors alike. Reflecting on the past season and looking ahead

We had a great end to the season this Autumn at Ardingly, with a really super turnout of people and bikes. The Show theme was Indian Motocycles, with a talk by Allan Ford, assisted by Alan Mercer, on Indian and the Wall of Death. Allan Ford ran and rode the Motodrome Wall of Death, using twin-cylinder Indian motocycles alongside Hondas, and is credited with reviving the Wall of Death in the UK. Thanks got to Euan Bentley for the pic! He’s a really great speaker with an intere

The South of England Classic Motorcycle Show and Bikejumble is Sunday 26 October 2025 at the South of England Showground, Ardingly, near Gatwick RH17 6TL. The show is inside the modern Queens Jubilee Hall, and we've got a stunning display of machines booked in, from 1904 onwards covering all makes to finish with a brace of Suzuki X7s. See the A to Z of classic motorcycles, starting with a 1924 Ace all the way through to a 1913 Zenith. From Road to Race, Specials to Trails - t

The Ardingly Classic Bike Show & Jumble returns to the South of England Showground on Sunday 26th October 2025 – rounding off the season...

Our dates for 2026 for our popular classic motorcycle shows and autojumbles are as follows: South of England Classic Show & Bikejumble:...

Prizewinners: Ride-In Show Two £25 prizes and custom etched glass tumblers were up for grabs at Sunday’s popular Romney Marsh classic...

A proper day out for riders, restorers and rummagers alike, Elk Promotions’ Ride-in Show and Bike Jumble returns to Romney Marsh on...

Click here to download the Show Programme The Summer Classic Bike Show & BikeJumble is this Sunday, 27 July 2025, at The South of England...