28 spine-tingling pictures of petrolheads and superbikes at the historic Hoghton Tower Motorcycle Sprint

One of Lancashire’s best-loved motorcycle events returned this weekend just gone.

Enabling attendants to get up close and personal with some of the most thrilling petrolhead-themed action in the North West, the historic Hoghton Tower Motorcycle Sprint returned for its 47th edition on Sunday, May 5.

One of Lancashire’s longest-standing classic events, the show certainly satisfied many a spectator’s need for speed, showcasing a plethora of superbikes of all classes as they took on the challenge of the spectacular driveway at Hoghton Tower against the clock.

Here are some of our best pictures from the action.

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