BMF CONNECTED – British Motorcyclists Federation

SAT JULY 12th – SUN JULY 13th 2025

Mallory Park Circuit, Kirkby Mallory, Leicestershire, LE9 7QE

Brand new event, in association with

To celebrate BMF’s 65th anniversary we are hosting a exciting new type of event to showcase the BMF – our aims, goals, partners and the work we do for the riding community.

We have a full and varied day of displays, talks, demos, workshops, trails and trials, competitions, have-a-go sessions, film-shows, club stands, manufacturers test rides, lots of traders, information stands and charities.

We are focusing on a family friendly, informative, fun event with lots to see and do. Whether you’re a rider or a want to be rider there will be lots for you to enjoy on the day.

There will be entertainment throughout the afternoon and live music in evening on Saturday.

A range of refreshments will be available throughout the event.

On this inaugural event we will focus on a day of talks, Q&A sessions, film shows demonstrations centred around the Saturday, on Sunday a day to focus on the traders, demos & sessions. We are hosting a full BIKERDOWN course on the Sunday.

Gates open at 9am on Saturday. The event will draw to a close 4pm on Sunday.

Want to make a full day/night of it??

There will be lots of camping space with ample room for campers, caravans etc. There will be an additional charge for camping.

Who’s coming?


Try – a – Ride sessions	Have a go trails riding sessions	Pro-skills sessions

Phoenix Motorcycle Training

Try-a-Ride for those who have never ridden before. 30 minute sessions. All protective gear and bike provided, just wear sturdy jeans/trousers and boots.

Off-road/Trails area come and have a go at riding trails. 45 minute sessions. bring your own riding equipment, need A2 licence or CBT – will need to show proof. Bike provided.

Pro-skills area for those wanting to develop their knowledge and skills. 1 hour sessions, on your own bike. Just bring your own equipment and a willingness to learn.

Session 1 – Handling Skills. Session 2 – Slow Control Skills. Session 3 – Braking skills. Session 4 – Increase your confidence.

Also many varied talks and demos throughout the day. All ridden sessions bookable on the day, both days.

Moto Gymkhana – come along and watch the amazing displays… and have a go…

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue – BikerDown – SUNDAY we will have FULL COURSES available.

They will have static display, and will be showing introductory video in the talk sessions area. On Sunday there will be running full BikerDown course – more info on how to book on this to follow – BikerDown is a FREE three-hour course for all bikers, giving them an awareness of the dangers at a crash scene, how to deal with a casualty and how to increase visibility to other road users.

BMF Blue Riband Advanced Rider Award – Observed Road Rides – 1 hour rides on your own bike – will include feedback.

National Young Riders Forum – Helping you get out on the open road

BikeTrac Take motorcycle security into your own hands

MazArty An artist based in Staffordshire, who uses many mediums in her work from pen, pencil, coloured pencils, watercolour and acrylics.

Here We Ride A female artist and moto rider who creates clothing focusing on style, comfort, confidence and motorcycles!

Fletchers Solicitors, providers of BMF Legal Line

Micheldever Tyres the largest independent wholesaler, distributor and retailer of tyres in the UK.

Mental Health Motorbike Mental Health Motorbike exists to create meaningful opportunities so that together we grow the greater wellbeing of the motorbike community. Our ultimate aim is to reduce suicide amongst bikers in the UK.

Make your Mark – We are M.A.R.K. – Motorbiker Acts of Random Kindness. The Social Bikers Group providing a mental health & financial support network across our communities to bikers and non-bikers-alike

Mentell – Men, is it time to talk? Mentell is a UK charity that provides groups for males aged 18+ to talk in a safe and confidential space, free from advice and judgement.

Great Escapes Motorcycling We are a team passionate about motorbikes and travel, When we’re not working we’re riding or travelling somewhere.

DocBike Staffordshire Roadside critical care with motorcycle injury prevention. Saving bikers’ lives with your support

Upright Derbyshire Award winning Motorbike Road Safety campaign in Derbyshire.

Lean Angl Clothing a new range of clothes for sports and fitness, compression base layer

Women Only Motorcycle Training Professional motorcycle instruction for women. Empowering confidence and skills on two wheels

CLUBS, CLUBS, CLUBS

Curvy Riders	Blue Knights UK and Ireland Conference	Women’s International Motorcycle Association (WIMA)
Freewheel Cruiser Riders Association

Film Shows

Mary Motorcycle – In October 1967, 26-year-old Mary Sievier set off to ride to India on a 175cc BSA Bantam motorbike. She reached India and then kept going. She rode around the world, taking nine years, making her the first British woman to make the journey alone. Watch her story as told in her own words….

Talks/Q&A sessions

Q&A with the BMF management team – Politics/Events/Membership/Finance…

How to gain your licence and post-test training – DVSA/National Young Riders Forum/ Phoenix MCT/ BMF Blue Riband Advanced Training

Ask the experts panel – Legal team

Bike security – BikeTrac

Bike Travels – Great Escape Motorcycling

Workshops

Bike maintenance workshop & demos by Shiny Side Up Motorcycle Valet

Poetry writing workshop – The Bee Warrior Poet

Drama workshop – The Bee Warrior Poet

Biker Yoga – with Kate

MK Off Road – Trials Club – Competition day on Sunday – Youth and Open rounds