Bikers with a penchant for the bizarre are being invited to join the 1st Mad Hatters' Banbury Rally.

David Angel, who runs F2 Motorcycles, is staging the get-together for owners of unusual East European vehicles, any motorbike with a sidecar or "anything else weird".

The four-day event, from May 25-8, takes place behind his business at Burgess Farm, off the A422 at Middleton Cheney.

There will be a ride-out and visit to Bygones Museum tomorrow, where steam engines will be in action.

Prizes will be awarded for the best combo, best solo and - of course - best hat at the rally. Children and dogs are also welcome.

For more information, contact David on 01295 712900.