Going uphill fast
Two weekends of classic adrenaline are promised in the Cotswolds and the Malvern Hills this June. Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb is more commonly the home of high-powered sports cars and older F1 racers. After the success of last year’s Bike Bonanza, the weekend is back on June 29 – and you can have a go! Paddock displays will include Suzuki motorcycles raced by British legends – Barry Sheene’s XR45 on which he won the 1984 Scarborough Gold Cup and TT legend David Jefferies’ 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000. Steve Parrish will do a meet and greet, there will be motorcycle club displays, Show and Shine, trade stands, interviews, live music and more.
The high-octane event features everything from classic motorcycles to hotly contested roadgoing classes, all taking on the narrow, fast and challenging 1000-yard course with thrilling end-of-day run-offs as the fastest 10 riders go head-to-head for overall honours. There will be plenty of entertainment on offer at Bike Bonanza too, with. Competition classes are open to all motorcycles, including sidecars and Morgan-style three-wheelers. The National Hill Climb Association will showcase its four main championships, too. All clubs are entitled to discounted admission tickets, plus their own reserved area for 10 bikes or more when booked under the club’s name. Simply register your club and members can book direct. Please contact Bike Bonanza is actively supporting the Midlands Air Ambulance charity. Advance tickets are £18, and camping is £10 per night.
