Hamming it up at Romney Marsh

The popular Romney Marsh Ride-In Show and Bike Jumble returns on May 8 with that joy of joys – countless autojumble pitches spread out as far as the eye can see. Whether you’re after a specific bolt or a new project (and just about everything in between) you may well find it at Romney Marsh. This grassroots jumble attracts dozens of stalls groaning with new and used spares, and all manner of projects, from basket cases to complete bikes and spanning the range from chaps having a sort-out of their sheds to specialist parts firms.

As well as open air pitches, there will be a huge marquee, inside which tools, memorabilia, clothing and accessories are available. Visitors riding to Romney Marsh on a classic bike can enter it in the RideIn Show, with prizes on offer for the Best Classic (pre-1980) and Best Post-Classic machine. There’s no extra charge, simply ride in, pay the regular entry fee and park in the designated Ride-In Show area. Pack an extra bungee cord in case you have to strap a trophy on for your ride home!

Romney Marsh Bike Jumble is in Hamstreet, Kent TN26 2JD, with easy access from the M20 motorway at Ashford. Gates open to the public from 10am on Sunday, May 8; tickets cost £5 for adults and £4 for seniors (age 65 and over). Accompanied children under 16 get in free. Serious bargain-hunters can get ahead of the crowd with Earlybird Admission from 7.30am for £10. Visit www.elk-promotions.co.uk to book tickets or a stall.