BUSINESSES are being invited to become 'Friends of the Bike Show' and help ensure this year's show -- which is only four weeks away -- raises thousands for charity.

All local traders are being invited to support Rossendale Valley Motorbike Show on September 23 in Rawtenstall by becoming an official 'friend'.

In return a poster will be provided to display in premises and organisers will be encouraging all the visitors to spend their money with the businesses displaying their 'Friends of The Bike Show' posters.

Everyone backing the scheme will also receive a mention in the official show guide, which will be issued to thousands of our visitors and a copy of the official newsletter, which is circulated quarterly.

This year it will cost £30,000 to stage the show.

The poster is being organised by Paul Mulderrig and businesses wanting to know more can contact the Bike Show office every morning on 01706 227560.