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Nacelle Report – Apr 26

Below is the report published in the April 2026 issue of Nacelle, which covered Branch activities in February 2026

Our AGM took place on the 12th February, at the BCSA, where the old committee resigned and were replaced by the new, however most of the old committee remained in post with the exception of Graham “Mr Wobbly” King as Vice-Chair and Graham “Steelie” Steele as Runs Co-ordinator.  For full details of the new committee please refer to the Branch website.

Chris Williams (Regalia) delivers his end-of-year report at our AGM

This coming season’s branch outdoor events were discussed along with the charities that we would support at said events.  Proposals were agreed by a majority show of hands.  The first of which, our Spring Meet, will take place on Saturday 25th April.  Donations will be taken for TV Air Ambulance on this occasion.  Normal facilities will be available at the BCSA, bar and kitchen, so why not come along with your pride and joy, friends and family, as all bikes are welcomed.  Keep fingers crossed for a fine day.

Earlier in April on Good Friday, the Reading Egg Run will be held.  If you’re interested in joining in the fun, check out the runs WhatsApp group for details of a branch meet.

Finally some advice for anyone intending on attending the AGM on Sunday 19th April.  Our Chair, Nick, is keen to attend, so if you fancy going along and fancy some company, why not contact him?

Ride fast and safe

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Ride to Honey Street – Mar 26

Parking up our bikes outside Honey Street Mill Cafe

We had some fine weather for a change, so 8 of us set off on a ride to Honey Street Mill Cafe, near Pewsey, about half way between Swindon and Stonehenge on the North Wessex Downs. We chose a new meet point for the ride behind a bus stop in Thatcham. We had an interesting route from there through some twisting roads. There are some photos of us at the start point and at Honey Street.

Ride to the Flying Scotsman – Mar 26

The Flying Scotsman parked at Ropley

The riding season has really begun in earnest. After weeks of cold and rain, suddenly the sun was out and the temperature was up to to 20c, just as the Flying Scotsman was temporarily stationed at Ropley , a mere 30 miles away. So we had to ride to it. Fourteen members turned out for the ride to Ropley, saw the Flying Scotsman, had some refreshments at station and then rode onto a country pub for another break before splitting for home. Everyone enjoyed the afternoon. Here are some photos of the event.

Membership Benefits Video

If you own a Triumph Motorcycle and you live in the Berkshire area there are a lot of benefits in joining the Berkshire Branch of the TOMCC.

This video is a collection of video clips of some of the activities we got up to as a Branch during the last year and sets out the many benefits you can enjoy if you become a member,

Ride to Popham – Feb 26

The weather forecast was better, but still not good, so five Branch members set off on a short ride to Popham. It didn’t rain and the temperature was mild although the roads were still wet and there were a lot of puddles. After refreshments in the cafe we set off for home and even had some dry roads on the ride back. We all arrived home in the dry. Here are some photos.

There were a good turnout of bikes outside the Spitfire Cafe at Popham
Inside the Spitfire Cafe at Popham Airfield

Branch AGM 2026 – Report

Branch committee members at the Branch AGM in February 2026

The Branch Annual General Meeting was held on 12 February 2026 at the BCSA. There were 32 members in attendance. The existing committee members were re-elected, with Steve Yarwood continuing in his role as scribe, but standing down as Vice Chairman. Graham King was elected to the committee as Vice Chairman and Graham Steele was elected to the committee as Runs Coordinator. All other members of the previous committee continued in their existing roles. See here for more details of the committee.

Lunchtime Bike Meet – 25 April 2026

We are having a Lunchtime Bike Meet on Saturday 15 April 2026 from 11am to 4pm at the BCSA. It’s a great opportunity to meet other riders, see their bikes and have lunch and a drink . All motorcycles and riders are welcome. 

Hot food and drink will be on sale in the club house and the bar will be open.

A collection will be taken for the Thames Valley Air Ambulance, which is a charity which brings emergency hospital level care by land or air to people in the local area to give them the best chance when the worst happens.

See here for details of the venue.

See here for pictures from last year’s Spring Lunchtime Bike Meet.

Here is a flyer for the event. Feel free to pass this on to other bikers in the area who might be interested.

Nacelle Report – Mar 26

Below is the report published in the March 2026 issue of Nacelle, which covered Branch activities in January 2026

With snowdrops and daffodils blooming on verges and in gardens, these sentinels of spring promise winter is in the rear view mirror and warmer roads ahead.  Weekly ride-outs are still well attended even though the weather, at times, remind us that it’s still well and truly winter.

Mid-winter rides call for many layers and God bless heated grips!
 

From a recent committee meeting I was actioned to relay the following advice:  A branch member was in need of a special tool for his Meriden twin and spoke to a committee member regarding the purchase of the tool for the branch’s use.  Well it was assumed by said committee member that the branch member had consulted the tooling register for an existing tool and/or contacted Mike Ryall, Tooling Registrar and subsequently gave the “go-ahead”.  On presenting the tool and receipt for refund it was discovered, you’ve guessed it, the tool already existed on the register, so now we have 2 off.  The lesson to learn here is, please check the register on the branch website, Go Menu, Resources, Tools, here, TOMCC Berkshire Club Tools (latest version shown); or, of course, check with Mike Ryall.  Please, before you purchase a tool on behalf of the branch, check, because you may well be disappointed…. Action complete.

A typical register page of branch tooling that members can borrow for free!

Now coming up on 5th March, at the BCSA, is a presentation by John Bottomley: “The evolution of the motorcycle”.  John was well received with his presentation last year and we asked him back.  This time he chronicles inventions and innovations necessary for the development of the motorcycle (including cars), starting in 3400BCE.  My first thought was that must refer to the “Flintmobile” that Fred drove!  However, I could be proved wrong…

Ride fast and safe

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