Get Involved Events Wells Classic Motorcycle Club Tortoise and Hare Run 2026 The popular annual Tortoise & Hare motorcycle event, organised by Wells Classic Motorcycle Club, returns for its 15th year and we’re delighted that a donation from the proceeds will once again support Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, alongside Freewheelers. This event welcomes motorcycles and scooters of all ages, with two scenic routes to choose from. Entries are limited, so early booking is strongly recommended. The main Sunday routes (Tortoise and Snail) are fully point‑marshalled and signed. There is also an optional Saturday ride-out through some of the area’s most beautiful countryside. Route Options The Tortoise Run Approx. 85 miles Suitable for: Machines of unlimited capacity up to year 1980 Small capacity machines, including scooters up to 250cc, to year 2000 A limited number of modern machines The Hare Run Approx 120 miles. Suitable for: Machines over 250cc The Snail Route Approx. 55 miles Suitable for: Veteran motorcycles Very low‑powered machines Event Schedule – Sunday 19th 7.45am–9.15am Signing-on, breakfast and drinks at Wells Rugby Club 10.00am Official flag-off by the Mayor of Wells Morning coffee stop Farrington Gurney Memorial Hall Lunch stop Wells Rugby Club Afternoon Additional ride-out Finish Return to Wells Rugby Club for tea/cake, presentations and awards Awards include: Mayor’s Choice of Bike Various class awards The event also features a licensed bar, food (pre-order on the entry form), a raffle, and more. Entry Fees Pre-booked: £16 – Solo rider £20 – Rider with pillion (Includes coffee stop, afternoon tea/cake and event brochure) On-the-day entry: £22 – Solo rider £25 – Rider with pillion (Includes coffee stop, afternoon tea/cake and event brochure) Closing date for advance entries: 28th June 2026. Entry fees must be paid with the entry form. How to Enter Download the entry form and full details at: www.wellsclassicmotorcycleclub.weebly.com For questions, contact: [email protected] Or send a stamped addressed envelope to: WCMC c/o C Weeks, 5 Hooper Avenue, Wells, BA5 3NA Volunteer as a Marshal The organisers warmly welcome anyone willing to support the event by marshalling. If you’d like to get involved, please get in touch using the contact details above. Proudly Supporting Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance A donation from the proceeds of this event will help fund our life-saving service. Thank you to Wells Classic Motorcycle Club, all participants, and everyone who supports the event. Manage Cookie Preferences