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Tickets for the 2018 event will go on sale from early in the New

Year. Advance bookings for the Fenlanders Glamping Village

are available now or to re-book your motorhome pitch

please contact Ali Crane at the Rally shop or email

membership@fenlandershog.co.uk

Fenlanders 26th Rally

26th – 29th July 2018

Thank you to members of the Fenlanders Chapter

for their hard work in making this event what it is

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Thank you to all our visitors for coming

and supporting us once again.

Neil Billig – Director

Have a Safe Ride Home Programme times and content may be subject to change

FINAL EDITION

WELCOME TO THE FENLANDERS 25TH EAST OF ENGLAND RALLY

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I for one cannot believe another year has passed

and after twelve months of planning, we would like

to welcome friends old and new to our 25th

anniversary event.

We have a fantastic line up of entertainment, live

music, superb ride outs and lots of fun, and if that

wasn’t enough, we are delighted to also welcome our traders, food

stalls and of course our dealer Newmarket & Norwich Harley -

Davidson who have supported our Chapter and our Rally.

This is our biggest budget rally to date and with your fantastic

support and patronage we will reinvest to put on an even better

show next year! A huge thank you to my Chapter officers and all

the volunteers from the Fenlanders too, without who's invaluable

support this event would not be possible.

As a H.O.G. event coordinator and Chapter Director it is my

pleasure to invite you all to get the party started, roll up to the bar,

grab some refreshment and relax into the rally. If you see me come

and say hello, I’d love to hear about your Rally experience.

And remember – we are a H.O.G. Flag event, with

an award for best Chapter attendance!

Neil Billig, Chapter Director

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Nor th Nor folk

North Norfolk is renowned for its spectacular coastline,

fantastic wildlife, miles of glorious beaches, seaside

communities and a beautiful hinterland of rolling countryside

and picturesque market towns and villages. North Norfolk must

be the birdwatching capital of the UK, and you can even take a

boat trip to see the seal colony at Blakeney Point.

Between the lively seaside resort of Hunstanton and the pretty

town of Sheringham is a spectacular coastline, most of which is

designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Here the

landscape of tidal marshes, creeks, shingle spits, and sweeping

golden beaches is backed by Christmas-scented pine woods. It

includes the Holkham Estate, and its beach at Wells-next-the-

Sea, voted the best beach in Britain.

Further to the East is the imperious clifftop setting of Cromer,

with its Victorian pier striding proudly out to sea. The coastline

then meanders southward to the secluded beaches of

Mundesley and Happisburgh, and inland to the traditional mar-

ket town of North Walsham.

The North Norfolk Railway begins and ends at genteel Holt, a

fabulously handsome market town which has become a mecca

for discerning visitors looking for independent shops. Most of

Holt was burned in its famous fire of 1708, and in its place

rose a splendid Georgian town focusing on an appealing

Market Place. Just outside the town is Letheringsett Mill,

lovingly restored to former glory on the River Glaven.

This is also Deep History Coast, where the biggest and best-

preserved mammoth skeleton was found, along with a

prehistoric flint axe and 850,000 year old human footprints.

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Fenlanders

Har ley Owners Group 9143

Membership of H.O.G. is automatic by virtue of purchasing a new

Harley-Davidson OR is available by phoning 0870 908 1450

(H.O.G. UK). If you join H.O.G. you will receive the UK and

world-wide magazines, plus discounts on lots of items from

ferry tickets to insurance. You will also be welcome at the many

H.O.G. rallies held annually, both at home and abroad. Once you

have become a member of H.O.G. you will be eligible to join the

local Chapter.

Each Chapter is sponsored by a local dealer. For Fenlanders it is

Newmarket Harley-Davidson®, a part of The Lind Group.

Fenlanders Chapter was formed in 1991, originally based at

Classic Harley-Davidson Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk, UK. In 1996

this changed to Black Bear HD and in October 2013 Newmarket

Harley-Davidson, a part of The Lind Group, became the

sponsoring dealer. Since then the Chapter has grown to over

300 members and is increasing all the time. Our Director is a

charter and founding member.

We meet at 12.00 on the first Sunday of every month at the

Crown Public House, Mundford near Thetford, as well as

informally the third Thursday of every month.

New members are always welcome so please feel free to come

along – we don’t think you will be disappointed. Fenlanders chapter

is made up of all kinds of people from all walks of life. The benefits

of joining are many, including a monthly newsletter, monthly

meetings, ride-outs, rallies, rider safety courses and various charity

events.

Check out our website for further details and for a membership

form. www.fenlandershog.co.uk

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It is my great pleasure to welcome you on behalf

of Newmarket & Norwich Harley-Davidson to this,

the 25th East of England Fenlanders Rally.

As a Chapter we have not only grown in numbers,

our Rally Crew are also one of the hardest

working Rally teams I know of. Along with a massive amount of

support from the rest of the chapter members I can honestly say that

you are in for one of the best Fenlanders Rally’s yet!

The dealerships have had an astonishing year, new sales, returning

customers, fantastically supported shop events and again, support

from a fabulous Chapter. What a fantastic year we have had at

Newmarket Harley-Davidson! And as a direct result of our success

the Fenlanders Chapter has been growing in numbers. It is a real

pleasure to work alongside some of the most dedicated Chapter

members in the UK and together with you, I would like to say ‘thank

you.’

Come on over to our biggest and best yet Dealer stand to take

advantage of our event special Rally deals and to talk tech with

Jonathan our on-site mechanic, who will be happy to advise on

technical matters.

Lind Group Har ley -Davidson

Black Bear Lane, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0JT

Tel: 01638 664455

120 Ber Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 3ES

Tel: 01603 620222

Established in 1992, and representing Harley-Davidson® since

2008, Lind has become a well-respected and trusted name for

Harley® riders. Across all of our stores we have a wide

selection of both New and Used Harley-Davidson Motorcycles,

superb range of Clothing & Accessories plus state-of-the-art

workshops with manufacturer trained technicians.

Garry Knowles

2pm - Line up for the inaugural Fenlanders LOH

Afternoon Tea ride to Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse

Museum, free entry to the museum shop and Mardlers

Café to enjoy tea, coffee and delicious cakes. You can

also pay to experience the attractions.

Everyone is welcome on this ride.

4pm - Line up for a 4.15pm escorted return to the Rally

site.

6.30pm to 8.30pm - By special appointment and all the

way from London - ‘our surprise entertainment! ‘

9pm to Midnight - Get your dancing shoes on with

- The Scratch Band

THEN IN THE PRINCE OF WALES BAR

Midnight to late - Andy Robinson Band

Thursday 27th July

LINED UP FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT AND ENTERTAINMENT THIS YEAR FENLANDERS ARE PROUD TO PRESENT………

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5.30pm - Chapter briefing. Please could all Fenlanders

Chapter Members head to the Marquee for the

Directors briefing

THEN GET THE PARTY STARTED WITH OUR LIVE BANDS IN THE MARQUEE

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Saturday Rideout to Sher ingham

Via Holkham Hal l

We are thrilled to yet again be welcomed back to Holkham Hall in

this our special anniversary year. There we will witness the breath

taking spectacle of hundreds of Harley Davidsons lining the Long

Ride. Then we make our way along the highways and byways of

scenic north Norfolk.

If this is your first visit, Holkham Hall is an 18th Century mansion

built in the Palladian Style and continues to be the ancestral and

family home to the Earls of Leicester. The first Earl of Leicester

conceived its design but sadly died in 1759, five years before it

was completed. Our route around this iconic estate is not to be

missed.

Our ride then follows the coastal road taking in the villages of

Wells-next-the Sea, Cley (pronounced locally as Kli – emphasis on

the ‘i’), Blakeney, home to a huge seal population and Stiffkey

(pronounced Stewkey), famous for its cockles and for being the

parish whose rector, Harold Davidson, faced charges of immorality

and was defrocked in 1932 and was then, rather bizarrely, killed

by a lion!

Sheringham will again rumble to the sound of many Harley

Davidson engines as we enter the town. Welcoming spectators will

be thronging the streets, all keen to see the spectacle of custom

and chrome in this most British of seaside towns and the Mayor of

Sheringham and the Town Crier will greet our arrival.

Take time to absorb the atmosphere, enjoy some traditional

seaside fare, and be ready to join the ride back to site leaving at

2.30pm

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Fr iday Rideout to K ings Lynn

King’s Lynn, originally known as ‘Lin’, is thought to have derived

its name from the Celtic word for a lake or pool, and it is

recorded that a large tidal lake originally covered this area.

In 1101 Bishop Herbert de Losinga of Thetford began the first

Medieval town by building St. Margaret’s Church (now King’s

Lynn Minster) and authorising a market. A small prosperous

town grew up quite quickly and, in 1204, following a charter

from Bishop John de Grey of Norwich, the town became

Bishop’s Lynn (Lenne Episcopi). By the late 12th century, a

further period of expansion began, with wider straighter

streets and a much larger market place, known as the second

Medieval town.

Bishop’s Lynn grew rich on trade, both within Britain and

abroad. The Hanseatic League, a powerful German trading

organisation made up of merchants from North Germany and

neighbouring countries contributed greatly to this prosperity.

The legacy of trade can be found in the many merchant houses

and other fascinating buildings. After the dissolution of the

monasteries by Henry VIII, Lynn changed its name to Lynn

Regis – subsequently King’s Lynn – remaining an active port

to this day.

The town has so many fascinating secrets to discover

including the carving of the ‘witch’s heart’ on one of the

buildings in the magnificent Georgian Tuesday Market Place,

one of England’s grandest town squares which also houses

the Alive Corn Exchange, now a thriving concert hall as well as

the elegant Custom House overlooking the original medieval

harbour.

Line-up outside the main rally field gate at 10.30am as

directed by the marshals for an 11am departure, arriving at

Kings Lynn just after mid-day and departing for the return

journey at about 2.30pm

Fr iday 28th July 10.30am - Line up for another legendary Fenlanders

rideout to the historic coastal town of Kings Lynn

9.30pm - Welcome on stage Norfolk’s No. 1 party band

- The Lee Vasey Band

THEN IN THE PRINCE OF WALES BAR

3.30pm - Silly Games in front of the Grandstand

TONIGHT IN THE MARQUEE

7.30pm - Have a rollicking good laugh with - The Ouse

Valley Singles Club

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Midnight to late - An exciting semi acoustic four piece

band - Wild Wood, playing a huge range of styles in

their own unique way.

They don’t just play covers, they like to entertain.

Saturday 29th July

On our return - ride in Bike Show

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10.30am - Line up for the the Fenlanders legendary

Street Party@Sheringham

Ride through beautiful countryside, enjoy the grandeur

of the ‘long ride’ at Holkham Hall and then show off

your bike and be cheered by 15,000 spectators lining

the streets.

IT’S A PART OF THE RALLY NOT TO BE MISSED !

The Mayor of Sheringham invites you to join in the

party with Live Music and Trade stands and we are

pleased to again be raising funds for the RNLI crew

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Glamping Fenlanders were the first Chapter to introduce their own unique

brand of Rally Glamping and since its inception and with the

feedback from our previous Glamping Guests we are extremely

pleased to announce that this year Glampers will experience

even more luxuries than before!

Each pre-pitched tent comes with a bed made up for your arrival;

a duvet, pillows and blankets for your comfort. Your tent is

supplied with chairs, a floor rug and lighting and at £200 for the

weekend, two people can sleep comfortably.

New for 2017 and every morning, each tent will receive a flask of

hot water delivered by a team of Glamping Genies, so with the

complimentary tea and coffee making supplies also provided in

your tent, you can wake up and enjoy your first hot drink of the

day without even leaving the comfort of your bed. We will also

have a Village Hub where you can hang out, take your chairs and

sit in the shade.

See our website for booking details for 2018

www.fenlandershog.co.uk

Or email glamping@fenlandershog.co.uk for a 2018 booking

form.

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Ral ly Chari ty Fenlanders Chapter are again pleased to support the

RNLI.

Thank you to all our traders for their kind donations to

our raffle in aid of this charity.

Photo Competi t ion

Fancy winning a free ticket to next year’s rally?

Send a photo that captures your experience and

spirit of the East of England Rally.

We don’t want a photo of your bike but something that

sums up your weekend!

Send to photocompetition2017@fenlandershog.co.uk stating

your name, phone number and Chapter (if applicable).

The winning photograph will also appear on our website as well

as in our programme for 2018.

7pm to 8.30pm - Run Devil Run

TONIGHT IN THE MARQUEE

9.30pm - Motor City Vipers

8.30pm - Bike Show awards and Raffle Draw

Midnight to late - Fourplay

THEN IN THE PRINCE OF WALES BAR

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Ral ly Traders Newmarket Harley-Davidson Dealer stand

Adjacent tech tent with on-site technician for all

bike queries (Friday & Saturday)

Ride-out support vehicle

We are also pleased to welcome the following traders:

Black Shuck Kustom

Biker Patch

Crafty Carver

4Skin Tattooist

Funeral Motorcycles

Bad Dog Custom Imaging

What A Picture Event Photography

Motorcycle Action Group

Birds of Prey (Friday & Saturday)

Brown Bear - our very own Trading Post for bring and buy

Harley and bike related items.

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Chapter Chal lenge The Chapter Challenge Flag is being displayed on

the mound by the Prince of Wales stand.

Remember to get your Chapter photo for this

year’s Challenge points

Ral ly Merchandise Visit the Rally shop in the Prince of Wales stand foyer to

purchase your commemorative Rally Pin and T-Shirts.

Buy your Raffle tickets and take advantage of our special

offers on Chapter merchandise.

Mens T-shirts and Ladies vest tops available

£12:50 each or two for £20

This year’s commemorative Rally Pin colour is chosen to

represent our 25th year.

Pins are for sale in the Rally shop.

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Local Information

Filling Stations

Morrisons - Clipbush Lane, Fakenham,

NR21 8SW

Shell - Creak Road, Fakenham,

NR21 9HT

Supermarkets

Morrisons - Clipbush Lane, Fakenham,

NR21 8SW

Tesco - 17 Oak St, Town Centre,

Fakenham, NR21 9DX

Taxis

Near and Far 01328 853636

Tiny’s Taxis 01328 888888

Anglia Taxis 01328 878111

Bay - Kars 01328 853868

Fakenham Pharmacy

Meditrina House, Trinity Road,

Fakenham NR21 8SY

Open till 10pm Mon - Sat and 7pm Sun

Nearest Vets

Wensum Valley Veterinary Surgeons

Racecourse Drive, Dereham Road, Fakenham, NR21 7NA

D.I.Y, BBQ Camping bits

NES Electrical Ltd. 11 Bridge Street, Fakenham, NR21 9AG

Newsagent & Post Office

Martin’s, 9 Millers Walk, Fakenham, NR21 9AP

On Site Cater ing

The Prince of Wales restaurant is serving Breakfast

from 7am on Fri, Sat & Sun

The Gallow restaurant at the sports centre is serving

Dinner every evening with a tempting selection of

pub classics and desserts

Further catering options include:

Natural Born Grillers – local, organic and freshly

prepared breakfast from 7am

Aroy D Thai Food – freshly made authentic Thai

cuisine with accompaniments

new at this year’s event ~ Dogzillas – street food

including gourmet hotdogs, chilli and chow

Free Tea & Coffee available at the Brown Bear

trading post from 11.30am to 5pm

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The Prince of Wales Bar will be open ALL day every day and long

into the night, with a Happy Hour 6pm - 7pm each day.

This year we have exclusive use of the new Rally Chill-Out Zone in

the The Cool Roxy Bar too!

We are delighted to introduce to you

one of our sponsors;

Bullards Beers of Norwich - who have

supplied our Rally special ale Bullard

No.3; an Amber Ale at 4.7% with a

malty and satisfying finish, brewed

with Norfolk malted barley and hops

from both the UK and the USA.

Ride In b ike Show There is a Ride - In bike show on site on Saturday

afternoon after the Sheringham ride-out returns.

With lots of categories, your bike may well be

selected for more than one by our team of invited

judges, so why not enter?

This year bikes entering the show will line up as

directed in front of the trader village.

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In the event of an emergency call 999

Our site address is:

The Racecourse,

Fakenham,

Norfolk NR21 7NY

Rally Phone: 07972 690856

Speed Limit on site is 5mph

Cars/vans/trucks must be parked off site in the

designated car-park. Only vehicles displaying a

parking pass may park on-site.

All dogs must be kept on leads and owners are

reminded to clear up after their dogs; please exercise

dogs in the designated area.

No Open Fires permitted; Disposable BBQ’s must be

kept off the grass. Do not place BBQ’s inside tents or

enclosed areas at any time.

Ral ly Information

Fakenham Racecourse Site

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TOILETS

&

SHOWERS

Fakenham Racecourse Site