This is one of the small shows that we as a club has been attending for the last couple of years. It’s not on our regular club runs but it is for a very worthy cause run by “The Rotary Club of Potters Bar”.
The entry for us is free to this particular event and in exchange we display our prized machines for the public to come and see. There was quite a large turn out from the Busy Bee members. Here is a list of some but not all who turned up. Chris, Sam, Johnny, Brian, Steve, Frank, Bob and myself.
There was a live band by the name of “Shades of Midnight” playing music from 50’s and 60’s. From the artist such as Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Eddie Cochran, Small Faces, Johnny Kidd & The Pirates, Gene Vincent, The Animals etc. There was hog roast and hot food stalls serving food as well as tea, coffee and cakes.
All in all a great day out and everyone seems to be enjoying themselves.
Vinnie
This is another event that was not marked as a club run until this year. Last year few of the Busy Bee members had attended and were very impressed. So upon their request we the committee decided to make it as a club run this year.
We meet up at Otterspool Way for 9am. I was not going to miss out on this event as last year I was busy with my house extension. There was Sam, Steve, Brian & Pat, Chris & Elizabeth, Ian and Phil waiting. Brian led part of the way and then Chris took over as he had the Sat Nav.
On arrival we were directed to a dedicated motorbike parking area. It was a bit of a walk compared to the car parking but much easier to exit at the end of the day. We made our way to the gates and payed £8 entry fee. Brian commented that it was much bigger and better organised then last year.
There were all kinds of events happening in the main arena. They had closed the high street to the traffic so that side car racing and motor bike racing can take place. There were also café racer and custom bike parades in addition to live band playing in the main field arena. Steve Colley trick trial display was also taking place throughout the day.
There were also motorcycle dealers such as Triumph, BMW, Yamaha, Suzuki and others displaying their latest offerings. Also a lot of motorcycle club stands were present. Few trade stalls and plenty of food and drinks vendor were on site. We kept bumping into other club members from time to time.
This was defiantly one of the well organised event that I have been to in a while and I am glad we have made it as a club run. The weather was overcast the whole day but it was quite warm which made it more enjoyable.
This was a great event with full action packed day and great weather. I will be coming back here again next year.
Vinnie
Our Club ride-out today was meant to be to the museum of power”. However, at the club night on Thursday it was decided we would rather go to Langleybury Farm as we have been to the museum of power” every year.
This is only a small show for classic cars and bikes but plenty of people turned up. We meet up at Otterspool Way for 9am just in case anyone turned up to go to the museum of power.
Jeff was waiting for us and soon after Christian arrived. This was his first run with the club, welcome Christian! So they had a choice, neither of them had been to the power of museum before.
Brian gave them a map and Christian also had his Sat Nav so off they went, meanwhile Steve turned up on his combo and so off we went to Langleybury Farm. It was only a short ride and so we arrived there very early.
To our surprise there must have been over 12 Busy Bee members and their bikes had turned up as well as few in their classic cars.
Norman was in his very nice classic Humber car and Dave Taylor with his now latest possession a very desirable Riley.
Sue, Roger and his son’s children arrived by car a little later as well as Laurie who we thought had gone to the power of museum.
Langleybury is ideal for a family’s day out with plenty to do and see. Lots of play areas, BBQ and stalls. The children love the animals such as chickens, goats, horses, and owls. There was also a lovely little cafe serving sweets, cake, teas and coffee. All the food and drinks were very reasonably priced but most of us brought picnics and sandwiches.
This particular farm is our favourite and therefore we would like to support it. They have lots of overheads and so £2.50 was a very reasonable price for an entry ticket.
We had a very lazy day with lots of Busy Bee members turning up. Well done Paul Rutter who won a trophy for his best bike in show an Indian 4cyl. All the bikes in the show had belonged to Busy Bee members, all bar one. Well done Busy Bee Club!
There was a live band called Cruisin & Mooses were performing the same band we hired for our Christmas party. Hopefully they will be entertaining us this year once again on December the 3rd so mark it on your dairies.
The sun was shining and what a brilliant day we all had. The organisers made us very welcome and in return we thanked them for a very lovely day.
We will be back again next year for a fantastic day out once again.
Pat
