Perth County Welcome Centre and Artisan Marketplace

2010 Forbidden Couple

On May 28 and 29, 2010, the streets of Huron-Perth will be filled with the sound of roaring motorcycles cruising their way from Shakespeare to Goderich as they take a Forbidden Ride.

Huron and Perth Counties have once again partnered together to support the Perth and Huron Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations while offering all motorcycle enthusiasts a fun weekend adventure theyll never forget. The Forbidden Ride weekend will kick off with a police escorted ride through downtown Stratford to the Stratford Shakespeare Festival for Bikers Night. On Friday, May 28th, all Forbidden Riders can purchase $50.00 tickets to the witty romantic comedy As You Like It. To order tickets call Stratford Shakespeare Festival at 1-800-567-1600 and quote savings code 31394. Following the play, youll enjoy the charming hospitality of one of our motorcycle-friendly accommodations.

On Saturday morning, participants are encouraged to visit one of our many fantastic restaurants for a delicious breakfast. Then be sure to browse through some of the unique shops before heading to the Perth County Welcome Centre and Artisan Market in Shakespeare to begin the Forbidden Ride. The cost to participate in the ride is $25.00 for the first rider and $15.00 for a passenger, with all of the proceeds being donated to the Perth and Huron Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations.

The Forbidden Ride will take you from countryside to coastline, with bikers stopping in at least 5 different towns to collect stamps on the roads less travelled. You will stop at various attractions throughout the two counties to explore the luscious landscape and forbidden finds we have to offer! It will end on The Cove beach in beautiful Goderich (Canadas prettiest town), where a savoury BBQ featuring local foods, live music and great prizes will await you.

Only the first 300 participants registered are guaranteed the delicious local bites at the end of their journey through Huron-Perth so register today! If you register for the Forbidden Ride event by Friday, May 7, 2010, youll be eligible to win a brand new $700.00 patio set!

The 2nd annual Forbidden Ride event is also the launch of the 2nd edition of the Ride Huron-Perth Motorcycle Map that guides motorcyclists to motorcycle-friendly roads, restaurants and accommodations in the two-county region. Leading the ride is our Forbidden Couple, Jamie & Barb Caldwell, whos bikers romance walks the line.
Please go online to ridethecounties.ca to download your copy of the registration form today. If you have any questions, please contact the Perth County Visitors Association office at 1-888-366-0160. This event has also been sponsored by Stratford Tourism Alliance and Wightys Repairs.