UK Motorcycling Highlights to Add to Your 2026 Calendar
This Year's UK Motorcycle Attractions & Events
As winter weather slows riding across the UK, it’s a great opportunity to look ahead and start planning for the year to come. From historic motorcycle museums and landmark biker cafés to major shows and championship racing, 2026 offers plenty for riders and enthusiasts to enjoy.
At Peter Best Insurance, we support a wide range of motorcycle owners, from riders with a single everyday bike to those with several machines in their garage, including classics and specialist builds. With that in mind, we’ll soon be introducing multi-bike insurance, designed to make managing cover for multiple motorcycles simpler and more flexible.
Here’s a look at some of the UK’s standout motorcycling destinations and events worth pencilling into your diary for 2026.
Celebrating Motorcycle Heritage Across the UK
National Motorcycle Museum
Widely regarded as a cornerstone of British motorcycling history, the National Motorcycle Museum houses more than 1,000 motorcycles from over 170 manufacturers. Around 850 machines are on public display across five halls, tracing the evolution of motorcycling from early innovations to iconic race bikes. Its location near the NEC makes it an easy addition to a Midlands trip.
https://www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk/
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
Created by twelve-time British Trials Champion Sammy Miller, this world-famous museum features around 500 rare and historically important motorcycles. The collection includes unique factory machines and significant competition bikes from around the world. Set within the New Forest, it also provides an excellent excuse for a scenic ride once conditions improve.
Norfolk Motorcycle Museum
Particularly popular with classic motorcycle owners, the Norfolk Motorcycle Museum focuses on machines from the 1920s through to the 1960s. Visitors can expect to see rare examples such as TT Rudges and Brooklands-era bikes, making it an ideal stop when exploring Norfolk’s quieter roads.
https://norfolkmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk/
David Silver Honda Collection
A dedicated destination for Honda enthusiasts, this specialist collection displays more than 200 classic Honda motorcycles. Spread across two floors, it covers early production models through to machines from the early 1990s, offering a detailed insight into Honda’s development over the decades.
https://www.davidsilverhondacollection.co.uk/
National Speedway Museum
Located within Hertfordshire Zoo in Broxbourne, the National Speedway Museum charts the history of speedway racing from the 1920s to the present day. Supported by the World Speedway Riders Association, it will host its popular Celebration of Speedway event in March 2026, when bikes are started up and exhibits come to life. Zoo entry is included, making it a strong option for a family visit.
https://hertfordshirezoo.com/attractions/national-speedway-museum/
Major Motorcycle Shows to Look Out for in 2026
Motorcycle Live
The UK’s largest motorcycle show returns to the NEC from 21 to 29 November 2026. Motorcycle Live is known for new model launches, manufacturer displays, riding kit, accessories, and live demonstrations. For many riders, it’s a traditional end-of-season highlight.
https://www.motorcyclelive.co.uk/
Classic Bike Show
Taking place at the South of England Event Centre in October 2026, the Classic Bike Show remains a favourite with restorers and classic bike owners. Club stands, autojumble stalls, and knowledgeable exhibitors make it a great place to talk motorcycles with fellow enthusiasts.
https://southofenglandeventcentre.co.uk/events/classic-bike-show251026/
Race Circuits and Live Motorcycle Action
Donington Park
One of the UK’s most important motorcycle circuits, Donington Park will host several British Superbike Championship rounds during 2026, including key race meetings in May and October.
The 2026 BSB calendar also includes rounds at Oulton Park, Knockhill, Snetterton, Brands Hatch, Thruxton, and Cadwell Park, offering plenty of opportunities to plan race weekends across different regions of the country.
https://www.donington-park.co.uk/
A Cultural Icon for UK Motorcyclists
Ace Cafe London
While not a museum, the Ace Cafe is a cornerstone of British motorcycle culture. Regular bike nights and themed events keep it firmly rooted in the riding community, and it remains a popular stop for riders travelling through London and the South East.
Multi-Bike Insurance from Peter Best - Coming Soon
Many riders visiting these attractions don’t limit themselves to just one motorcycle. A practical daily bike, a cherished classic, and perhaps a project or track machine are all common combinations.
Peter Best Insurance’s forthcoming multi-bike insurance is designed to bring these bikes together under one policy, offering a clear and straightforward approach to insuring multiple machines. It’s built for riders who value simplicity without compromising on specialist cover.
More information will be available soon. In the meantime, if you’d like to learn more about multi-bike cover, please get in touch.
