Worcester and Hereford Advanced Motorcyclists

WHAM Natter Night - Airbag Jackets & Puncture Repair Product Talk
2024-11-27 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
Nick Houlton from Love Life & Ride will be giving a talk / demonstration of Helite airbags and other motorcycle related products including puncture prevention kits.

Its a fun and entertaining evening with an offer of club discounts so well worthwhile.

More detail on Nick’s products can be found on his website here

There will be a selection of sandwiches and chips etc available on the night.

Held at the Falcon Hotel in Bromyard, please arrive at 19:00 for a 19:30 start.

WHAM Quiz Night
2025-04-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Falcon Hotel, 2 Broad St, Bromyard, HR7 4BT, United Kingdom
Test your Roadcraft, Motorcycling and General knowledge at WHAM’s quiz night. Lots of visual questions make for an interesting and fun evening all related to our favorite pass time.

We’ll try to lay on some really crap prizes (its the glory that counts for the winners).

Donna Saxton has agreed to run this year’s quiz and you can expect some quirky stuff 🙂

WHAM will be providing sarnies and Chips during the interval.

Held at the Falcon in Bomyard, all Members & partners welcome and please bring any interested friends!

Please arrive @ 19:00 for a 19:30 start.

Sunday Ride - McDonalds Malvern to The Classic Motor Hub.
2025-06-01 08:30 - 13:30
Sunday ride from McDonalds Malvern to the Classic Motor Hub with optional return route to British Camp.

Thanks to Mark Saxton for the cafe recommendation and the route.

08:30 for a 09:00 Start

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WHAM Exmoor Weekend - 20th to 22nd June
2025-06-20 10:30 - 2025-06-22 14:00
WHAM’s first weekend away for 2025.

Come and join us for some great roads and company as we explore exciting Exmoor for the weekend of the 20th – 22nd June 2025. Meeting on the morning of the 20th, staying at the Raleghs Cross Inn for 2 nights, heading home on the 22nd.

We have 15 rooms reserved for us, (doubles & twins), which will be held exclusively for WHAM Members until the 28th Feb so don’t delay, book yours today!!

Price: Bed & Breakfast £95 – £125 per night double occupancy £85 – £105 per night single occupancy

Please check your email for instructions on booking the hotel rooms. Full payment will be taken at time of booking. Please note: Once booked, in the event that you cannot attend, the booking will be transferable to a future date or to another Wham member if possible. No refunds will be issued.

Hope to see you there!

Donna.

For those not staying or using other accommodation you are welcome to join us for the start of all the rides at the times indicated for each day (arrive early to organise riding groups).

Full itinerary and routes below:-

Friday 20th June

Meet at 10:30 am at Starbucks Ashchurch (Tewksbury).

Leg 1 takes us down through the Cotswolds to our first coffee stop at Jackdaw’s Coffee House in Malmesbury town – 62 Miles.

Leg 2 through Bath to Cheddar Gorge – 49 Miles.

Leg 3 uses some ‘necessary’ roads (limited options for good roads around Bridgwater) then enters the National Park where the roads improve to the hotel – 40 Miles

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Saturday 21st June

Leaves the hotel at 09:30.

Leg 1 takes us from the Hotel via the Exe Valley, over the moors & some spectacular roads, through Barnstaple to the Fremington Quay Cafe for coffee – 59 Miles

Leg 2 heads for our lunch stop at Lynmouth on the coast (plenty of cafe choices or fish & chips) – 28 Miles

Leg 3 returns to the hotel via the brilliant A39 coast road (excellent views) – 28 Miles

Optional Route For those who have not had enough there is an optional bonus route down the river valley – 36 miles

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Sunday 22nd May:

Leaves the hotel at 09:30.

Two options for today:

Option 1

Take Leg 1 back down the Exe Valley and then over the moors back to Lynmouth – 48 Miles. Then take leg 2 up the coast road then back in land and over the Quantock Hills ending up at Sedgemoor Services on the M5 where we go our separate ways – 64 Miles

Option 2

Take the Quick Route Home that still uses some of the roads from Option 1 (including the Quantock Hills) and finishes at Sedgemoor – 32 Miles

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WHAM Day Ride - Aberystwyth via Elan Valley
2025-07-06 08:30 - 17:00
Full day ride to Aberystwyth starting at Starbucks Wooferton, via Kerry, Newtown, the Elan Valley & Devils Bridge. Cant make the whole day? Then just join us for as much of the ride as you can and make your way home. 08:30 Meet for a 09:00 Start. Download Routes:

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WHAM Day Out - Chepstow & The Brecon Beacons
2025-08-31 08:30 - 17:00
WHAM Day Ride Chepstow and the Brecon Beacons. Starting at McDonalds in Hereford, leg 1 takes the road to Monmouth, skirts around Chepstow Park to pick up the (brilliant) road to Usk and the Baffle Haus Cafe for a coffee. (54 miles). Leg 2 Takes us up the moor to Blaenavon then joins the Heads of the Valley road before we get to the B4560 over the Beacons. This leads us to the excellent road through Upper and Lower Chapel to Builth Wells then loops back to the Honey Cafe at Bronnlys for a late lunch. (67 miles). Leg 3 goes back over the Beacons to our start point via Skenfirth. (52 miles). As usual, all of the above is optional, please join us for as much as you can, it should be a good day out on some excellent roads. Meet at Hereford at 08:30 for a 09:00 start. Download Routes

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NOTE: WHAM Ride-outs are open to Full WHAM Members only. Associates by arrangement with your Observer.

WHAM North Wales Weekend 2025
2025-09-19 10:00 - 2025-09-21 17:00
We are pleased to announce a planned 2025 Wham trip open to all full members to BETWS Y COED in Snowdonia, Wales.

We invite you to join us for a few light shandy’s, great scenery, great roads and great company! We have visited this area and hotel on several occasions which has always been a superb weekend enjoyed by all.
We will leave AM on Friday 19th September for 2 nights returning on Sunday 21st September PM and our route master already has some fantastic, planned routes.
Weekend Itinerary as follows:-
Friday 19th September – Wooferton to Betws-y-Coed via Lake Vyrnwy

Meet@ 10:00 am for an 10:30 start from Starbucks Wooferton (Riding groups will be organised when you arrive and we will try to stagger the groups to avoid one big boring convoy).
Leg 1 – Wooferton to Lake Vyrnwy Visitor Centre. 73 miles, ETA 14:30.
Leg 2 – Lake Vyrnwy Visitor Centre to Betws-y-Coed. 49 miles ETA 17:00.

Saturday 1st October – Evo Triangel, Harlech, Bedgellert and Llanberis Pass (this is the reverse of the 2022 route).

Meet@ 09:30 am in the carpark behind the Glan Aber Hotel.
Saturday AM – Betws-y-Coed to Harlech via the EVO Triangle & Lynn Brenig 70 miles, ETA 12:30.
Saturday PM – Harlech to Betws-y-Coed via Bedgellert & Llanberis Pass. 52 miles, ETA 15:00.
Optional Saturday PM – Ffestiniog Loop. 42 miles.

Sunday 2nd October – Return home via Barmouth, Machynlleth, Dolfor & Newtown.

Meet@ 09:30 am in the carpark behind the Glan Aber Hotel.
Sunday AM – Betws-y-Coed to Ty’n y Cornel Hotel via Beddgelert, 59 miles, ETA 12:00.
Sunday PM -Ty’n y Cornel Hotel to Wooferton via Machynlleth, 95 miles, ETA 15:30.

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For accommodation there are 2 options:-
Option 1 – We have reserved 3 x Bunk House rooms (twin rooms, therefore ONLY 6 spaces) at the Glan Aber Hotel & Bunkhouse.
These are BASIC bunk house rooms with bunk beds; having stayed at the hotel previously they are clean and tidy with good social areas and lively bar available. The cost of the rooms is £48 per person for 2 nights! – so very reasonable. Breakfast/dinner can be booked on arrival, however for those confirmed joining us I will send out further emails for those wishing to join us for an evening meal (meal choices will need to be made ahead of attending). If you wish to reserve a space in the bunk house then please let me know on the contact details below and I will then send across to you the paypal link to arrange payment. You may want to buddy to book a room OR I will just allocate people into the bunk rooms as and when they book. So due to spaces available in the bunk house, we will need to double up.
To secure your place in one of the bunk rooms please contact Duane Sanger on 07967622478 or email duane.sanger@kristaldd.co.uk. This is a 1st come 1st served basis.

Option 2 – The hotel then has several “standard rooms” in the form of doubles, twins and singles. These would have ensuites etc and include breakfast. If you would prefer to book one of these then it will be case of you contacting the hotel direct to book your room. I have not been able to find a suitable weekend when ALL rooms are available, therefore I know some rooms will have already gone. You will need to be quick in booking OR find an alternative hotel in the area.
Can I please ask that you still let me know that you have booked a room either direct or at another hotel so I can then include you in all correspondents regards the trip.
It would be fantastic to fill this trip with Whammers – please register your interest ASAP to avoid disappointment or by Sunday 10th August 2025 at the latest – however as stated above this has always been a popular trip, therefore I expect the bunk rooms and hotel to be fully booked by the weekend at the latest!

WHAM Natter Night - Suspension Set-up CBS Performance
2025-09-24 19:00 - 21:30
Return of the WHAM Club Night!
Tonight we have a talk from Carl at CBS Performance on one of the most overlooked and important aspects of motorcycle performance, your suspension.
Carl will enlighten us on the dark art of suspension set-up and hopefully give us a better understanding of how tweaks to our suspension can improve your bike’s handling.
CBS Performance also offer servicing an maintenance in Worcester so bring along your technical questions.
Held at the Falcon Hotel in Bromyard, some refreshments (chips and sarnies) will be provided on the night.
All WHAM members very welcome (including Associates of course) and please feel free to bring an interested friend along. Please arrive at 19:00 for a 19:30 start.

WHAM Natter Night - Heated Visors
2025-10-29 19:00 - 21:00
October’s Natter Night features a talk from Jason sharing his knowledge on Visin heated visors, the history and science behind the technology. Jason will bring along a demo system so that we can see it action.
Please arrive at 19:00 for a 19:30 start. WHAM are providing chips and sarnies on the night.
Open to all Members and please feel free to bring along an interested friend.

Sunday Ride - Hereford to Honey Cafe - Route 51
2025-11-23 09:00 - 14:00
Sunday Ride from McDonalds Hereford to Bronnlys Honey Cafe. 09:00 for a 09:30 start Download Route 51

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Sunday Ride - McDonalds Malvern to Queenswood Cafe Hope-Under-Dinmore - Route 45
2025-12-07 08:30 - 13:30
Sunday Ride starting at McDonalds Malvern to Queenswood Cafe, Hope Under Dinmore.
08:00 arrival for a 09:00 start Download Routes:

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Sunday Ride - Malvern to Craven Arms - Route 50
2025-12-07 09:00 - 14:00
Sunday Ride From McDonalds Malvern to Craven Arms Cafe. 09:00 for a 09:30 start. Download Route 50

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WHAM Christmas Party 19th December 2025
2025-12-19 19:00 - 23:30 | Falcon Hotel, 2 Broad St, Bromyard, HR7 4BT, United Kingdom
WHAM’s 2025 Christmas Dinner is being held at the Falcon Hotel in Bromyard on the 19th December 2025.
This year will be a similar format to last year except that we will have a choice of hot food instead of sandwiches.
Ian Barnard and Phil George will be providing entertainment.
Please arrive at 19:00, all WHAM Members, Associates and Partners are very welcome.
BOOKINGS HAVE FINISHED NOW AS WE NEEDED TO LET THE FALCON KNOW NUMBERS BY SATURDAY 13th.

Sunday Ride - Starbucks Wooferton to Kinlet via Bromyard - Route 52
2026-01-25 09:00 - 14:00
Sunday Ride Starting at Starbucks Wooferton to the Kabin at Kinlet via Bromyard.

09:30 Meet for a 09:30 Start Download Routes:

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WHAM Annual General Meeting
2026-01-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Falcon Hotel, 2 Broad St, Bromyard, HR7 4BT, United Kingdom
The 2026 WHAM AGM will be held at the Falcon Hotel in Bromyard. on Wednesday 28th January 2026 All WHAM Members welcome. Please arrive at 19:00 for a 19:30 start.

Sunday Ride - Shobdon Airfield from Malvern - Route 41
2026-02-01 09:00 - 14:00
New route to our old favorite cafe at Shobdon Airfield starting at McDonalds Malvern.

09:00 arrival for a 09:30 start Download Routes:

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February Natter Night
2026-02-25 19:30 - 21:30
Social meet at the Falcon Hotel Bromyard.
19:30 meet for drinks and a chat.
All WHAM Members very welcome.

Sunday Ride - McDonalds Worcester to Gilks Garage Kineton - Route 61
2026-03-08 09:00 - 14:00
Starts at McDonalds Worcester. Destination is Gilk’s Garage at Kineton, a well known biker cafe in Warwickshire then return route to Malvern. 09:00 Arrival for a 09:30 Start Download Routes:

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Sunday Ride - McDonalds Malvern to Bronllys Honey Cafe - Route 49
2026-03-15 09:00 - 13:30
Sunday Ride starting at McDonalds Malvern to Bronllys Honey Cafe. 09:00 arrival for a 09:30 start Download Routes:

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March Natter Night - Make Your Mark
2026-03-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Falcon Hotel, 2 Broad St, Bromyard, HR7 4BT, United Kingdom
2026 update to last year’s ‘Make Your Mark’ Natter Night. Founder Paul Sims will be giving a short presentation on ‘Make Your Mark’, a charity focused on improving the mental well-being of bikers and connecting biking communities through the power of Motorbiker Acts of Random Kindness & introducing the 2026 ‘Bike & Brew Passport’. More details here:

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WHAM have organised refreshments in the form of sandwiches and chips. Held at the Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, please arrive at 19:00 for a 19:30 start, all Members and interested friends / partners very welcome.

WHAM Day Out - Easter Sunday Elan Valley
2026-04-05 08:30 - 16:00
Our traditional Easter Sunday outing to the Elan Valley. Meet at Starbuck’s Wooferton (note change of start venue) @08:30 for a 09:00 start. Route comprises 3 Legs: Leg 1 – A loop over the Shropshire Hills and down to Kerry then up over Llandiloes to Rhayader & the Elan Valley Visitor Centre – 71 Miles Leg 2 – The highlight of the day through the Elan Valley, Devils Bridge and back to Crossgates – 60 Miles Leg 3 – Return to Wooferton – 37 Miles Join us for as much of the ride as you wish, ETA at the Elan Valley is 10:45. Download Routes:

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Sunday Ride - McDonalds Malvern to Beechenhurst Lodge, Forest of Dean - Route 35
2026-04-12 08:30 - 13:30
Sunday Ride from McDonalds Malvern to Beechenhurst Lodge in the Forest of Dean then return to British Camp on the Malvern Hills. 08:30 Arrival for a 09:00 start. Download Route 35

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Sunday Ride - McDonalds Hereford to Craven Arms - Route 53
2026-04-26 08:30 - 13:30
Sunday Ride starting at McDonalds Hereford to Craven Arms.

08:30 for a 09:00 Start. Download Routes:

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Bike Quiz Night
2026-04-29 19:00 - 22:00
Organised by WHAM Member Mark Bonnes, a quiz about (yes, you guessed it) motorcycles.
Please arrive at 19:00 for a 19:30 start.
Sarnies & Chips provided!
All WHAM Members very welcome and please bring a friend / partner if interested.

Sunday Ride - Wooferton to Kinlet via Long Myndd
2026-05-03 08:30 - 13:30
Sunday Ride starting at Wooferton to the Kabin in Kinlet via the Long Myndd.

08:30 Meet for a 09:00 Start Download Routes:

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Alex Hoyle Memorial Ride
2026-05-10 08:30 - 15:00
Alex’s Memorial Ride will be held on Sunday the 10th May. The route will start at McDonalds, Hereford to The Metropole Hotel, Llandrindod Wells, where we will meet Alex’s Wife Joy and return via Dolfor to Hereford.
A number of us have prebooked breakfast at the hotel however the window for booking has now closed. You can just turn up on the day but please bear in mind that if you’ve not booked there is a chance that there will not be any places left.

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Sunday Ride - Harry Tuffins Churchstoke - Route 10
2026-05-17 08:30 - 13:30
We return to our old 2 start points for today’s ride (Worcester & Hereford). Not the greatest cafe but the roads are worth it!

08:00 for a 09:00 start. Download Routes:

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Sunday Ride - Malvern to Crossgates via Dolfor - Route 46
2026-05-24 08:30 - 14:00
Everyone’s favorite route from McDonalds Malvern.
08:30 arrival for a 09:00 start.
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WHAM Evening Ride 1
2026-05-27 19:00 - 21:30
Evening ride and Natter Night. Join us for a ride to the Falcon in Bromyard. Leaves the start points (Hereford or Worcester) at 19:00, arrives at the Falcon at around 20:15. Please arrive in time to organise riding groups. All members very welcome. Cant make the ride-out? Then please join us for a chat and drink at the Falcon. Download Evening Route 1: Download routes:

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WHAM Exmoor Weekend 2026
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31
Following the success of our weekend trip last June, we have decided to repeat it as part of the Wham 2026 events calendar. Come and join us for some great roads and company as we explore exciting Exmoor and Tony’s great routes! This years trip will be from 29th-31st May. Meeting on the morning of the 29th, at Starbucks Tewksbury, staying at the Raleghs Cross Inn for 2 nights, heading home on the 31st May. We have 17 rooms reserved for us, (doubles & twins), which will be held exclusively for us until the 6th March so please don’t delay, book yours today!!
Prices vary depending on single or double occupancy and room type and are on a first come first served basis. Please call the Raleghs Cross directly to book your room on 01984 640343 & quote Wham to gain access to our reservation. Full payment will be taken at time of booking.
For those hardier souls, there are camping facilities that some members used last year & were pleased with. Please note: Once booked, in the event that you cannot attend, the booking will be transferable to a future date or to another Wham member if possible. No refunds will be issued.
I will send out the Raleghs Cross menu closer to the date, and for those who want to dine there in the evenings, I will compile a pre-order in April. Please let me know once you’ve booked your room so that I can add you to the list for menu pre-order and to send any trip updates.
We’ve changed some of the routes significantly this year so please ensure you have the latest routes in your satnav.

Friday 29 May

Meet at Starbucks Tewkesbury at 10:00 am for a 10:30 start. We’ve modified the rotes this year to avoid the painful ride through Somerset and Bridgewater. Thanks to Mark Saxton for the new routes!

Download Routes: (updated Tues 26th May 2026, please ensure you have the latest versions).

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Saturday 30 May

Meet in the Ralegh Cross Carpark @ 09:00 for a 09:30 start (make sure you have a full tank of fuel). Leg 1 takes us to Framington Quay for coffee (leave some room for the excellent fish and chips at the next stop) Leg 2 is a short but brilliant run to picturesque Lynmouth for a fish & chip lunch and leg 3 returns over the moors to the Ralegh Cross. For those who have not had enough there is a quick late afternoon circular route to finish off.

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Sunday 31 May

Meet in the Ralegh Cross carpark at 09:00 for an 09:30 start. Leg 1 takes back to Lymouth via some new roads then returns to Sedgemoor Services. Alternatively there is a quick route home for those who need to be back in good time.

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