The second annual Blackpool Motorcycle Festival, held in the Winter Gardens complex, was battered by gale force, rain-laden westerlies that depleted attendance on both days (25/26 August).
Despite the conditions, locals turned up in good numbers to see the stunt riding and an excellent retro and cruiser-style display. There were tattoo artists, barbers and lifestyle accessories in a dedicated hall area.
The scooter turn-out was helped by the venue being a regular home for the Northern Soul music scene – a younger element supplementing the age 50-plus Vespa/Lambretta aficionados.Â
Classics of yesteryear included a pristine 1963 Greeves Villiers twin 250cc.
Organised by Gareth Coles, the show carried on the tradition of encouraging local dealer support for the event. It was a show with a difference that clearly put the focus on the two-wheel lifestyle.
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