# Norfolk Advanced Motorcyclists

> Dedicated to safer riding


## Posts

- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/12/28/test-pass-26/): Saturday December 27th No overindulgence on Christmas Day and Boxing Day for Keith Stuart as he needed to fit into his bike gear today for the IAM Roadsmart Test. Congratulations on his expected pass. No doubt the icing on his Christmas cake.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/12/22/test-pass-25/): Not only a long ride in awful weather to get there, William Ricks’ passed the Masters Test today in continuous rain. Massive congratulations to him.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/12/02/test-pass-24/): Monday 1st December.Well it’s officially the beginning of Winter today and with awful weather to accompany it, big congratulations to Peter Esposito on passing the Advanced Test today. Certainly a date to remember.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/12/01/test-pass-23/): Wednesday 26th November Only just before ‘official’ Winter, congratulations to Stephen Monk on passing the IAM Roadsmart Advanced test today.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/11/17/test-pass-22/): Saturday 15th November Another success for our Associates on a gloomy wet Autumn day. Iwan Evetts became a Full member of NAM and IAM Roadsmart by passing the Advanced test today. Well done.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/11/15/test-pass-21/): Saturday 15th November.  A little ray of sunshine in an otherwise gloomy and drizzly Autumn day for Jonathan Garside who passed the IAM Roadsmart Advanced Rider Test today. Congratulations.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/10/23/test-pass-20/): October is proving to be a good news month for NAM. Today Adam Long became a Full member of both Norfolk Advanced Motorcyclists and IAM Roadsmart by passing his test today with a F1RST. Congratulations.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/10/22/quintin-saling/): Congratulations to Quintin Saling who passed his IAM Roadsmart on Friday 17th October. All that hard work paid off.
- [Masters Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/10/22/masters-test-pass-2/): Wednesday 22nd October.Massive congratulations to Mark Young for passing the IAM Roadsmart Masters Test with a Distinction today.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/10/11/test-pass-19/): Friday 10th OctoberOur first test pass in October. Congratulations to Mark Bush. A lovely bright Autumn day for it
- [National Observer Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/09/15/auto-draft/): Friday 12th September Congratulations to Gavin Stock on success at his 5 yearly National Observer Test.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/09/08/test-pass-18/): Monday 1st September. The meteorological first day of Autumn. Congratulations to Stuart Mitchinson on passing the IAM Roadsmart test today. His Observer was Phil Sherriff.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/08/01/test-pass-17/): Andrew Nightingale passed the IAM Roadsmart Advanced riding test today. Congratulations to Andrew and his observer Matt Green.
- [Masters Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/07/24/masters-test-pass/): NAM’s first member in 2025 to pass The Masters Test. Massive congratulations to Steve Billham.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/07/09/test-pass-16/): Wednesday 09 July 2025. Congratulations to John Frary on passing the IAM Roadsmart Advanced Rider Test today. It was mighty hot pout there !! Congratulations to John and his observer Darren Powell.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/06/20/test-pass-15/): Friday 20th June. ‘Sweet’ !!. Tom Savory passed the IAM Roadsmart Advanced Rider Test today in rather hot conditions. Congratulations to Tom and his observer Sara Laugher.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/06/03/test-pass-14/): A bit of a tenuous link but it’s World Bicycle Day and congratulations to Carl Cameron (on his powered ‘bicycle’ ) on passing the IAM Roadsmart Advanced Rider Test today.
- [National Observer Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/05/14/national-observer-test-pass-3/): Monday 12 May 2025 A cracking day for a bike test. Ray Lewis took the 5 yearly ‘National Observer’ retest on Monday 12 May. Many congratulations Ray, and thanks from Chief Observer John Walden
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/04/04/test-pass-12/): Friday 4th April 2025 The weather is being kind to our Associates and the Examiners. Two in one week as Mike Perrott passed his Test yesterday, Friday 4th April. Congratulations to Mike and his observer Richard Mercer.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/04/02/test-pass-13/): Wednesday 2nd April 2025 Congratulations to John Scanlon who passed the IAM Roadsmart Test today, a lovely Spring day and ‘NAM’s’ first pass for April. John’s observer was Tony Valentine.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/02/11/test-pass-11/): Tuesday 11 February 2025 Congratulations to Paul Unwin on passing his Advanced test today. Paul’s observer was Jim Duncan. Well done both.
- [Chief Observer News](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/02/07/chief-observer-news/): Friday 07 February 2025 Thankfully averting total embarrassment, Waldo passed the National Observer reassessment today. Looks like we may have to put up with him for a bit longer!!! (We love him really!). Well done John.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/01/27/test-pass-10/): Monday 27 January 2025 No surprises, so definitely not a ‘Rum ‘un’ as Henry Morgan passed the IAM Roadsmart Advanced test this morning. Congratulations Henry and his observer Richard Mercer.
- [First Pass of 2025](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/01/18/first-pass-of-2025/): Brrrr. A bitterly cold day, but George Knights will have a warm glow having passed the IAM Roadsmart Test today. Our first Associate to pass in 2025. Congratulations.
- [Newsletter](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2025/01/03/newsletter-7/): The first newsletter of 2025 is now available. To find, just click on the Newsletter tab. Enjoy.
- [Saturday 30th November.](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/12/03/saturday-30th-november/): Congratulations to long serving member Ian Coleman who passed the IAM Roadsmart Masters Test today with a ‘Distinction.
- [Sunday 24th November](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/11/25/sunday-24th-november/): In very windy conditions today, Kieran Hill passed the IAM Roadsmart Test. Congratulations.
- [Time to celebrate - 40th pass in our 40th year](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/11/13/time-to-celebrate-40th-pass-in-our-40th-year/): Wednesday 13th November Pete Wyatt passed the IAM Roadsmart Masters Test today. Massive congratulations to him. His test pass was number 40 of all NAM members test passes so far in 2024, NAM’s 40th year.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/11/12/test-pass-9/): Monday 11th November No doubt an easy date for Simon Frame to remember. Congratulations to him on passing the IAM Roadsmart Advanced Test today with a F1RST
- [MRA PDFs](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/11/04/mra-pdfs/): The MyRouteApp PDFs showing the information covered at the recent NAM meeting are now available. If you look on the toolbar, you’ll find a link marked MRA PFDs. Click on it to go to the page. This is a temporary addition to the website which may find a more permanent home later.
- [Test pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/11/02/test-pass-8/): Already a busy volunteer for Norfolk Blood Bikes, Wendy Woodward can now extend her role by passing the IAM Roadsmart Advanced motorcycle test on Saturday 02 November. Congratulations Wendy and observer Dave Ward.
- [Trick or treat......test pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/10/30/trick-or-treat-test-pass/): Just one day early for Halloween, but Amir Montazer received his ‘Trick’ by passing the IAM Roadsmart Advanced Rider Test today. Congratulations.
- [F1rst Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/10/03/f1rst-pass/): Congratulations to Steve O’Rourke for passing his advanced test with a F1rst this morning. Steve’s observer was Mariusz. Well done both.
- [Advanced Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/21/advanced-test-pass/): Another hot and sunny Autumn day and well done to Matt Robinson on his test pass today.
- [What to do on a lovely sunny Saturday ??](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/21/what-to-do-on-a-lovely-sunny-saturday/): Now, what to do on a lovely sunny Saturday ?? Sara Laugher took her IAM Masters Test and passed it with a ‘Distinction’. A fantastic result. Congratulations.
- [Nice end to the working work](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/20/nice-end-to-the-working-work/): Congratulations to Tom Haczewski on passing the IAM Roadsmart test today. Nice end to the working work.
- [National Observer Assessment pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/19/national-observer-assessment-pass/): Congratulations to Karl Lovelock on passing the National Observer assessment today, with support from Phil Sherriff and John Walden.
- [Late summer/early autumn test](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/17/late-summer-early-autumn-test/): A lovely later summer/early autumn afternoon on Tuesday for Stuart Rallison’s success at the IAM Roadsmart Test.Congratulations Stuart and his observer Darren Powell.
- [First F1rst](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/14/first-f1rst/): Congratulations to Phil Hawkins with his Test Pass at F1RST standard today. Its also our first F1RST of September.
- [Masters Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/06/masters-pass/): Congratulations to Mariusz Buras on passing the IAM Masters Test today.
- [Test passes just keep rollin' in](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/03/test-passes-just-keep-rollin-in/): Congratulations to Bradley Hatch on passing his IAM Roadsmart Advanced Test pass today………Bradley’s observer was Darren Powell. Well done both.
- [21 today! (test passes, not birthday)](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/03/21-today-test-passes-not-birthday/): ”21 today, 21 today” NAM have produced 21 IAM Roadsmart Test Passes so far this year courtesy of Tracey Gaskin, this morning. Well done Tracey and observer Pete Wyatt.
- [Newsletter](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/09/01/newsletter-6/): Long awaited, but the latest Newsletter is now available. Enjoy.
- [A big month for NAM and Test passes](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/08/30/a-big-month-for-nam-and-test-passes/): A new member for our Observer Team. Thanks and congratulations to Tony Valentine on passing the IMI National Observer Assessment today.
- [Make Hay](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/08/30/make-hay/): Make Hay while the sun shines”, NAM members have certainly done so in this sunny August. Well done to Karl Blight on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test on Friday 30 August..Well done to Karl and his observer Richard Mercer
- [It's a hot one!](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/08/29/its-a-hot-one/): August is proving a hot one and NAM is keeping the Examiners busy. Congratulations to Ian Hanson on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test today. Ian’s determination and hard work really paid off.
- [It's Just a Perfect Day](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/08/21/its-just-a-perfect-day/): A fine, dry perfect day for an IAM Roadsmart Test and Nick Healy made it even more perfect for him by passing today. Well Done
- [Quite the Achievement](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/08/15/quite-the-achievement/): From being told he’d not walk again to passing the DVSA motorcycle test and today the IAM Roadsmart Advanced motorcycle test, huge respect and congratulations to Joe Murdock.
- [Hot Stuff](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/08/12/hot-stuff-2/): A beautiful summer’s day and with temperatures soaring, Chris Shannon passed the IAM Roadsmart test this morning….a well earnt cold drink methinks.
- [And Another](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/08/12/and-another/): With temperatures rising through the day, Stuart Hembling rose to the challenge and passed with. F1RST. CONGRATULATIONS
- [Seeking volunteers](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/07/29/seeking-volunteers/): We’re currently looking for volunteers to join us for gazebo duties at the Watton Bike Takeover event on the 25th August. If you’re free and willing to help out, please message Tony Valentine on 07899873338. Thanks.
- [One more for July](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/07/29/one-more-for-july/): On a glorious summer day (though a tod hot under the NAM necktube) Andy Carson-Rowland passed the IAM Roadsmart Test today. Well done.
- [Website up and working again](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/07/28/website-up-and-working-again/): Well actually, I assume you know this already since you’re here reading this.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/07/27/test-pass-7/): Congratulations to Don McCallum on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test on Saturday 27 July ’24. Dom’s observer was Mariusz Buras.
- [Sunday Ride Special](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/07/22/sunday-ride-special/): For those of you who like to plan ahead, please be aware that this weekend’s Sunday ride has been altered. It now heads for the Hingham Bike Show where NAM will have a presence. For those of you joining the ride, it would be great to see you at the NAM gazebo when you get to the other end of the ride.
- [Summer fun](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/07/21/summer-fun/): With weather actually befitting Summer, Dr Paul Farrow passed the IAM Roadsmart test today and with a F1RST. Congratulations.
- [News flash - Long Lost Newsletter Revealed](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/07/20/news-flash-long-lost-newsletter-revealed/): The May/June Newsletter has finally made it onto the website. Apologies for the delay (as usual). Please submit material for the next one by August 16th for publishing by the end of August.
- [Masters Test Past](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/06/21/masters-test-past/): Roses are Red, Violets are Blue Tony got a Masters Distinction Whoopy Whoopy do…… Yes, on the longest day, Tony Valentine passed the Masters Test with a Distinction today. Well done Tony & observer John Walden
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/05/15/test-pass-5/): Congratulations to Vicky Wright on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test today, Tuesday 14 May ’24. A wet ride after a few hot dry days so a little greasy ‘under wheels’. Vicky’s observer was Richard Ward.
- [Test Pass - May 4th be with you](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/05/04/test-pass-may-4th-be-with-you/): Even without the aid of a light sabre, Steve Cooksley passed the IAM Roadsmart Test today, Star Wars day. His Observer was Ray Lewis.
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/04/29/test-pass-6/): Max Moerkerk passed with a F1RST on Monday 29 April. Huge achievement and well done. His Observer was Gavin Stock
- [Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/04/23/test-pass-4/): Many congratulations to Gerry Ireland who passed his IAM Roadsmart test on Monday 22 April. Congratulations to Gerry and his Observer was Martin Youell.
- [Test Pass - ride like the wind (quite literally!)](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/04/09/test-pass-ride-like-the-wind-quite-literally/): Many congratulations to John Renshaw who passed the IAM Roadsmart test today, 09 April, contending with strong winds and April showers. Well done to John and his observer, Andy Lawler.
- [Newsletter](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/04/01/newsletter-5/): Just in time for the latter part of Easter Monday. All good things come to those who wait. Thanks for your patience (This is genuine, not an April fool)
- [Pre-Easter Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/03/25/pre-easter-test-pass/): Many congratulations to Chris Dye on passing his IAM Roadsmart test today, Monday 25 March 2024. Chris’s observer was Matt Green.
- [A Great International Women's Day Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/03/08/a-great-international-womens-day-test-pass/): Well done Jacqui Papp on passing your IAM Roadsmart test today, Friday 8th March. Jacqui’s observer was Darren Powell.
- [Even More Mastery](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/02/27/even-more-mastery/): Congratulations and a well earned Master Distinction Test pass on Monday 26 February to Karl Lovelock.
- [Another February F1rst](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/02/27/another-february-f1rst/): Well done Tim Weller on passing your IAM Roadsmart test with a F1rst on Thursday 22 February. Tim’s observer was Darren Powell.
- [National Observer Test Pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/02/27/national-observer-test-pass-2/): Congratulations to Mark Tassie on passing his Roadsmart National Observer test on Friday 16 February.
- [February F1rst](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/02/15/february-f1rst/): Well done Peter Hazel on passing with a F1rst
- [Newsletter](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/02/04/newsletter-4/): Nearly 3am. It’s up, it works, it’s not quite as it should be. Enjoy.
- [More Mastery](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/01/24/more-mastery/): In January 2023 it was his ‘National Observer Test’ pass, now, January 2024 a Masters Test Pass with Distinction, what’s Jim Duncan got planned for January 2025 ? Massive Congratulations.
- [No day of rest!](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/01/21/no-day-of-rest/): No day of rest for Adrian Poulter today, Sunday 21st January 2024, as he passed the IAM Roadsmart Test with a F1RST. NAM’s first Associate pass for 2024. The F1RST really reflected his hard work. Congratulations.
- [What a start to 2024!!](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2024/01/11/what-a-start-to-2024/): Brrrrr. A bloomin’ cold and grey day today, Thursday 11 January, but it no doubt didn’t matter to Matt GREEN as he passed his Masters with a Distinction. A great start to 2024 and huge Congratulations to him.
- [New Addition](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/12/17/new-addition/): Congratulations to Glen Walker, who achieved a pass today on his IAM Test. Having only gained his full licence on the 24th August… (this year)
- [Warmest Congratulations](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/11/24/warmest-congratulations/): A bitterly cold wind today but I bet Mark Young was glowing on his way home after passing the IAM Roadsmart Test today. Well done.
- [Back on track](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/11/05/back-on-track/): The latest NAM newsletter is now available on the Newsletters page. All future newsletters should be published on the first weekend of every other month. Thanks to all contributors. Contributions to the next one to me, editor@n-a-m.co.uk, by the 31st of December. Contributions could be articles (fun or serious, or both), letters, photographs, adverts for the classifieds.
- [News, Test Passes](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/10/30/news-test-passes/): With water levels a little lower than recent days, a well earned F1RST for David Robinson today. Congratulations.
- [Well Earned F1rst](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/10/25/well-earned-f1rst/): With water levels a little lower than recent days,  a well earned F1RST for David Rowlinson today. Congratulations.
- [Two for the Price of One](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/10/11/two-for-the-price-of-one/): Two Tests in one day for Phil Sherriff. As a Masters Mentor he took and passed the 3 yearly Masters Test and with Distinction, PLUS, his 5 yearly National Observer Re-Test.
- [September/October Newsletter](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/09/25/september-october-newsletter/): The latest Newsletter is now available in the Newsletter section, with apologies for the delays.
- [An Extra Special Event](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/09/16/an-extra-special-event/): An extra special ‘Event’ today for Catherine Taylor from NAM’s ‘Events Team’  on passing with the ‘F1RST’ she really deserved. Well done.
- [All set for Blood Bikes](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/09/16/all-set-for-blood-bikes/): All set for Blood Bikes now,  Congratulations to Jay Baldwin on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test today
- [And Yet Another](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/08/22/and-yet-another/): A cracking day for a little ride out made all the better for Brad Swain as it was a success at the IAM Roadsmart Test too.
- [Third this month](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/08/21/third-this-month/): A well earned pass for John Livermore today at his IAM Roadsmart Test. Well done.
- [Another in August](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/08/19/another-in-august/): Our second for August. Well done Ken Aldridge for passing today.
- [Events Calendar](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/08/16/events-calendar/): We now have an events calendar on the website. Go to the Events page and click on the image at the top.
- [Congratulations](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/08/16/congratulations-3/): Congratulations to Ian Gilham for passing the IAM Roadsmart Test today, taking NAM’s test pass tally into double figures.
- [Another pass](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/07/29/another-pass-3/): Paul Elvin passed the IAM Roadsmart test today. Congratulations and well worth all the hard work.
- [New Newsletter](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/07/22/new-newsletter/): The July August newsletter is now ready. Just go to the newsletter section of the website.
- [Well Deserved](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/07/21/well-deserved/): A fully expected and well deserved Distinction for Richard Mercers Masters Test today.
- [Head's up](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/07/20/heads-up/): A head’s up and congratulations to Tom Head for his success at the Test today.
- [Well Done](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/07/14/well-done-2/): Well done David Rudgley on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test.
- [Recent passes](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/06/30/recent-passes/): Major congratulations and apologies for not posting these sooner: Saturday 24th June Great news for Norfolk SERV and Kevin Parry as he passed the IAM Roadsmart test. Friday 23rd June Congratulations and thanks to Andy Lawler on passing the National Observer Test today. Sunday 18th June Well done to Peter Higgins on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test today, before the thunderstorms and rain. Monday 12th June All the hard work paid off for Mark Stockings, who passed the IAM Roadsmart Advanced test today. Sunday 4th June Congratulations to Jake Stock on passing the IAM Roadsmart National Observer Test.
- [New Start location](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/06/30/new-start-location/): Please remember that the starting point for Sunday rides is changing again. Beginning this Sunday (2nd July) we will be meeting at the McDonalds at Thickthorn at the junction of the A11 and the A47.
- [Better late than...](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/05/30/better-late-than/): The May/Jun Newsletter is now available on the website for people to read, with apologies from the editor for the late publications.
- [Braving the weather](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/05/11/braving-the-weather/): With rain storms of Biblical proportions, congratulations to Clive Parkerson on passing the IAM Roadsmart test with a F1RST
- [Bank Holiday Biking](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/05/08/bank-holiday-biking/): Congratulations to Kent Barron on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test today. (What better thing to do on a Bank Holiday Monday and thanks to King Charles 3rd ?)
- [NAM meet and greet question for members](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/05/04/nam-meet-and-greet-question-for-members/): Hi All, Quick question for our members, myself and Matt (vice chair) are wondering of any members would benefit from a meet and greet at locations and dates to be confirmed, this will give any member who wishes a chance to meet us and ask questions over a coffee? Clearly we don’t want to arrange these if our members feel that they would be of no benefit. Please contact us via contacts page if you feel these are of any use. Many thanks John and Matt
- [News](https://n-a-m.co.uk/2023/03/25/news/): Clocks Change Tomorrow If you’re thinking of joining the Sunday Rideout to Harelston tomorrow, don’t forget British Summer Time kicks in and we all get an hour less tonight. This’ll be our last time leaving from the Harford Bridge Tesco.

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- [NAM Newsletter 352](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-352/)
- [NAM Newsletter 351](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-351/)
- [NAM Newsletter 350](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-350/)
- [NAM Newsletter 349](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-349/)
- [Ticket Details](https://n-a-m.co.uk/ticket-details-2/)
- [Ticket Details](https://n-a-m.co.uk/ticket-details/)
- [Ticket Receipt](https://n-a-m.co.uk/ticket-receipt/)
- [Ticket Receipt](https://n-a-m.co.uk/ticket-receipt/)
- [NAM Newsletter 348](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-348/)
- [NAM Newsletter 347](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-347/)
- [Sunday Rides - FAQ](https://n-a-m.co.uk/sunday-rides-faq/): NAM’s Sunday rides are one of the mainstays of the club, and whilst often well attended by a numberof our regulars I’m often disappointed by the lack of members (whether qualified or associates)coming along and trying them out. So if you’re hesitant for any of the reasons below hopefully we canreassure you enough to give them a go. I don’t feel confident enough to attend. This is completely normal, but please be assured you’d be warmly welcomed by all the group’s members. If it helps, one of our Observers would be happy to meet you elsewhere and ride to the …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Events](https://n-a-m.co.uk/events-list/): Don’t Miss Out – 2025 Events You’ll Love! Please remember to familiarise yourself with the NAM Suggested ‘rules’ for Social Rides before partaking in any event. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ NAM Social Evening – An Evening with Jo Diamond from Mad Hatter Bike Tours – Thursday 23 October We’re gearing up for another great evening – and we’d love for you to join us! Topic: Join Jo Diamond from Mad Hatter Bike Tours as he shares stories, tips, and inspiration from his experiences leading tours near and far. Whether you’re an experienced adventurer or thinking about your first touring trip, this evening will be packed with ideas to …  Newsletter Read More »
- [NAM Newsletter 346](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-346/)
- [Cookie Policy (UK)](https://n-a-m.co.uk/cookie-policy-uk/)
- [MRA PDFs](https://n-a-m.co.uk/mra-pdfs/): Here are the documents promised by Paul and Catherine following the recent session on MyRouteApp. Click on the document name to open the PDF Compare routes Skip waypoints More tips Available to gold members only: Split a route Join two routes Importing a route Print turn by turn instructions
- [NAM Newsletter 345](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-345/)
- [NAM Newsletter 344](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-344/)
- [NAM Newsletter 343](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-343/)
- [NAM Newsletter 342](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-342/)
- [NAM Newsletter 341](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-341/)
- [Newsletter](https://n-a-m.co.uk/namnewsletter/): A few changes have been made to the way the newsletters are presented. As usual, just click an image below to open the newsletter, but now it opens as a flipbook. For a brief tutorial on how to use the new features click here. Previous newsletters Click on the image for the previous issue you wish to open:
- [NAM Newsletter 340](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-340/)
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- [Events Gallery 2024](https://n-a-m.co.uk/events-gallery/): Mid-week Ride-outs NAMbles
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- [How's Your Mental Health](https://n-a-m.co.uk/mental-health/): In recent years there has been an increase in the need for Mental Health Services which are already stretched and struggling.  The Covid-19 pandemic triggered a 25% increase in the prevalence of anxiety and depression globally (WHO 2022).  At any one time one in six people of working age in Britain have experienced symptoms associated with mental ill health and 1 in 4 people are experiencing poor mental health each year. (mhfaengland.org) Mental Health encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being.  Many shy away from discussing mental health but the truth is we all have it. Most are lucky to …  Newsletter Read More »
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- [Changes to Newsletters](https://n-a-m.co.uk/changes-to-newsletters/): The online appearance of NAM newsletters ahs changed. In an effort to make reading them online easier and more natural, rather than opening the newsletter as a pdf file in your browser, it opens in a flipbook. But what does that mean? It means that the newsletter will now open in the best format for the device you’re using and you’ll have a toolbar at the bottom with which to navigate. There aren’t many options so shouldn’t take long to learn. Also, if you’re using a computer, moving the mouse over a button will bring up a short description. A …  Newsletter Read More »
- [NAM Newsletter 327](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-newsletter-327/)
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- [Holiday offer to NAM Members](https://n-a-m.co.uk/holiday-offer-to-nam-members/): Mad Hatter Tours has a VERY special offer that they hope might interest the fine members of NAM… They have some spaces available for a week of glamping in the south of France in early September (3 – 10). Accommodation is in very nicely appointed bell tents (two people per tent) and there is a maximum of 10 people, be they riders or pillions.  So basically, on each day there is a ride out to a different part of the region, returning in the evening for a swim and a cold beer/glass or two of chilled rosé with dinner under …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Sunday Rides](https://n-a-m.co.uk/sunday-rides/): Sunday rides are planned and made available through MyRouteApp in the NAM Sunday Rides Group. Variations are being introduced into the routes so it is no longer possible to publish turn-by-turn routes. Turn by turn navigation through the app is a paid feature, but you can find instructions on how to download the routes through the MyRouteApp website here, and we have some other helpful guides on MRA here. The app is available for free at the links below: Ride Schedule All rides will start at the McDonalds at Thickthorn, meeting at 9am for a 9:30 start. 04.01.26-Aylsham – Aylsham …  Newsletter Read More »
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- [NAM AGM 2021](https://n-a-m.co.uk/nam-agm-2021/): Minutes of the annual general meeting held 18th November 2021 at The Cottage, Norwich, NR7 0JD Paul Milner (secretary) read out Rob Chandler’s welcome speech to the 29 club members present Apologies for absence from Rob Chandler, Beccy Samworth, Ian Woodley, Matt Green and Harry Godwin Minutes of the previous AGM held 21st November 2019 (Covid forced delay) approved: proposed David Mather seconded John Young Matters arising: (i) Website now managed in house (ii) Group meetings Treasurer’s report and presentation of accounts                                                                                   The cost of hard copy magazine queried, a vote of hands voted to retain                                     Bruce Chilton asked whether …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Test pass archive](https://n-a-m.co.uk/test-pass-archive/): 2018 Passes Monday 26th November 2018 ADVANCED RIDER TEST PASS Congratulations to Nick Carr who has passed with a “F1RST”….very well done. Thursday 15th November 2018 ADVANCED RIDER TEST PASS Congratulations to David Bonner who passed a couple of days ago….Well Done. Wednesday 7th November 2018 ADVANCED RIDER TEST PASS Congratulations to Darren Vince who passed today and achieved a F1RST…..well done. Friday 12th October 2018 ADVANCED RIDER TEST PASS Congratulations to Lynn Lawn who passed today….well done. Monday 8th October 2018 ADVANCED RIDER TEST PASS Congratulations to Tim Johnson who passed on Monday and also achieved a F1RST.  Well done. Monday 8th October 2018 ADVANCED RIDER TEST PASS Congratulations to Greg Routledge who passed …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Newsletter-old](https://n-a-m.co.uk/newsletter-old/): A few changes have been made to the way the newsletters are presented. As usual, just click an image below to open the newsletter, but now it opens as a flipbook. For a brief tutorial on how to use the new features click here. Previous newsletters Click on the image for the previous issue you wish to open:
- [Joining](https://n-a-m.co.uk/joining/): Why Join NAM? Apart from the thriving social community within the organisation, the main purpose of NAM is to help its members become safer riders. Every year, thousands of people are killed or seriously injured in road traffic accidents as a result of human error. Motorcyclists, in particular, are vulnerable and often come off considerably worse than others involved regardless of whether the accident was their fault. By adopting the progressive and defensive riding techniques promoted by the IAM (and taught by us), motorcyclists become far more aware of the hazards around them and are far less likely to be …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Events Calendar](https://n-a-m.co.uk/events-calendar/): Group Rides Weekly group rides take place on Sunday mornings. The meeting time is set as 9am for a prompt 9.30am departure. Currently, group rides meet at the Tesco car park, Harford Bridge, Ipswich Road, Norwich, NR4 6DZ. ** Please note **From 02 April 2023, group rides we will be trialling a new start point of the Foundry garden centre, Tasburgh, NR15 1NS. The centre has a cafe and toilets and is open from 8.30 if anyone fancies a tea or coffee or breakfast before the ride starts at 09.30. Please park in the land on the right hand side as …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Test passes](https://n-a-m.co.uk/test-passes/): 2023 Passes Saturday 29th July Paul Elvin passed the IAM Roadsmart test today. Congratulations and well worth all the hard work. Friday 21st July A fully expected and well deserved Distinction for Richard Mercers Masters Test today. Thursday 20th July A head’s up and congratulations to Tom Head for his success at the Test today. Friday 14th July Well done David Rudgley on passing the IAM Roadsmart Test. Saturday 24th June Great news for Norfolk SERV and Kevin Parry as he passed the IAM Roadsmart test. Friday 23rd June Congratulations and thanks to Andy Lawler on passing the National Observer Test today. Sunday 18th …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Contact us](https://n-a-m.co.uk/contact-us/): All NAM membership enquiries should be sent, with your name and full postal address, to the membership secretary. Any other queries should go to the relevant committee member. Title Name Email Chair Darren Powell chair@n-a-m.co.uk Vice-chair Catherine Taylor vice-chair@n-a-m.co.uk Secretary Catherine Taylor secretary@n-a-m.co.uk Treasurer David Mather treasurer@n-a-m.co.uk Chief Observer John Walden chief-observer@n-a-m.co.uk Membership Secretary Sara Laugher membership@n-a-m.co.uk Magazine Editor Mike Lake editor@n-a-m.co.uk Web Editor Graham Starling web@n-a-m.co.uk Routemaster Richard Mercer routemaster@n-a-m.co.uk Events Co-ordinator Tony Valentine events@n-a-m.co.uk IT admin Matt Robinson admin@n-a-m.co.uk We also have a general email if you would prefer: contact@n-a-m.co.uk Copy and photographs for the newsletter should be …  Newsletter Read More »
- [Welcome to NAM](https://n-a-m.co.uk/): Welcome to the Norfolk Advanced Motorcyclists (NAM). We are a registered charity affiliated with the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). The organisation started in 1984 with the aims of raising standards of riding among motorcyclists, promoting road safety and, above all, enjoying progressive riding. We have around 200 members with ages ranging from teenagers to septuagenarians, running bikes of all types and sizes; commuters, touring bikes, adventure, super-sports, cruisers and classics. What we have in common is a shared interest in motorcycling and a love of riding motorcycles. We offer opportunities to develop riding skills, encouraging and supporting members to …  Newsletter Read More »
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