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Listed is the provisional diary for the 2026 rides. The provisional dates are based on what was run in 2025, but please don't let that put you off, if you would prefer a different day of the week or date just let us know and I am sure that we can accommodate it. Please take a look and let a committee member know if you would like to lead a ride in 2026.

In 2025 we probably had the largest number of rides ever and our thanks go out to all the ride leaders and tailenders that made it so successful.

A ride doesn't need to be a massive "Iron butt" type run either - we need a mix of longish and shortish rides, and don't forget that you can claim twenty quid towards petrol money for checking out and planning the route. All you need is a coffee stop, a lunch stop (with afternoon tea if its a full days ride) joined together by nice roads.

If you are a little nervous feel free to chat to any other committee member, or even a previous ride leader to understand exactly what is involved. It really can be a lot of fun and, if needed, I am sure we can pair you up with an experienced ride leader to help out with your planning.

Sometimes events have to be unavoidably rearranged. Event pages will be updated if circumstances change. Please check prior to attending any event.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR ALL FUTURE RIDES THE RIDE LEADER WILL NEED TO SEE YOUR CURRENT MEMBERSHIP CARD - IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO SHOW THIS THEN REGRETFULLY YOU WILL BE UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE RIDE - THE ONLY EXCEPTION WILL BE FOR GUESTS WHO WILL BE PERMITTED TWO RIDES ONLY TO HELP DECIDE WHETHER OR NOT TO JOIN

Download the current calendar as a PDF here:- 2026 calendar

CANCELLED: Club Night Wednesday 13th May 2026. 19.30 for 20.00 The Bell Woodham Ferrers CM3 8RG

Unforutunately the committee have taken the decision to cancel this meeting, while we try to resolve ussues with the car parking charges at The Bell Inn, Woodham Ferrers. We'll keep you updated with any changes.

Sunday 17th May 2026. Ride. CANCELLED

This event has been moved to the 24th of May.

Meet up with the East Anglian section.

Baton Relay to meet at TTt Motorcycles.

WEDNESDAY 20th May 2026, Bluebell Ride 4.

Run Leader Dave Iszard:

Coffee at Blakes Craft Centre, Rayne CM77 6SH.

Lunch at Assington Barn Cafe, Assington CO10 5LW.

Afternoon tea at Essex Wildlife Trust, Abberton Reservoir, CO2 0EU.

87 miles in total.

Sunday 24th May 2026, Ride. Baton collection

Richard Parker to lead:

Start at Tesco, Maldon, CM9 4LE; Meet 9:30 for a 10am start.

Collect the relay baton at 11:30 to 12am from the Anglia Section at TTT Motorcycles, Brundon Lane, Sudbury, CO10 7HJ.

Sorry no coffee stop, but TTT Motorcycles have a good cafe, I am told......

26th May to 31st May; **CANCELLED** Bluebell camping and runs week

ESSEX SECTION VMCC 2026 BLUEBELL CAMPING WEEK DETAILS:

This event has had to be cancelled. You will see that we are running Blebell rides through April and May instead. Please look at the calendar 2026 calendar and keep an eye on the Future Events page.

Wednesday 27th May 2026, Bluebell Ride 5.

Run Leader Rex Croft;

Starts at 10:00am Tesco car park, Maldon, CM9 4LE.

Coffee at Owls New Tea Rooms CM3 2PH, Owls Old Tea Rooms CM3 2PW.

Lunch at Tarkas at Baythorne Hall CO9 4AH.

Afternoon Tea at Olivers Plants CO6 2JX, Coggeshall.

80 miles total for the day.

Sunday 31st May 2026, Bluebell Ride 6.

Run Leader Dave Bradley:

Starts at 10:00am Tesco car park, Maldon, CM9 4LE.

Coffee at Bretts CM6 1RF or Camas Fruit Farm, Hatfield Broadoak, CM22 7JT.

Lunch at Spencers, Wickham St Paul C09 PX, or The Victory Inn on the Green at Wickham St Paul CO9 2PT.