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Bowker Motor Group extends partnership with Ribby Hall Village
Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group extends partnership with Ribby Hall Village

Bowker Motor Group extends partnership with Ribby Hall Village
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Lancashire darts player Jack Drayton
Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group Supports Lancashire Darts Player Jack Drayton

Bowker is supporting Lancashire darts player Jack Drayton as he looks to take the next step in securing a future in the professional game.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Team Supports Ribble Rivers Trust Volunteer Day

Team members from across Bowker Motor Group joined forces to support Ribble Rivers Trust.
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Richard Cowell
Bowker Motor Group

Richard Cowell Confirmed as New Head of Business at Bowker Blackburn

Bowker Motor Group has appointed Richard Cowell as Head of Business at Bowker BMW and MINI Blackburn on Trident Park
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Simon Coates
BMW

Simon Coates Celebrates 35 Years with Bowker Blackburn BMW

Parts Manager Simon Coates has marked 35 years of service with Bowker Blackburn BMW
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Armed Forces Wild Swimming
MINI

Bowker MINI Backs Armed Forces Wild Swimming Group

Bowker Motor Group is supporting Armed Forces Wild Swimming that raises funds for the Duke of Lancaster’s Regimental Association
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Lepas Founders Club
Bowker Motor Group

LEPAS FOUNDERS CLUB

Become one of the first LEPAS owners in the UK and unlock exclusive Founder benefits worth almost £1,800.
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Lepas Bowker Dealership Annoucement
Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group to Open New LEPAS Dealerships in Blackburn & Preston

Bowker Motor Group has secured the franchise rights to represent LEPAS, with dealerships set to open in Blackburn and Preston.
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BMW

Bowker Motor Group marks Mike’s 25-year milestone

Bowker Motor Group marks Mike’s 25-year milestone.
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MINI

Blackburn MINI Support for Young Lancashire Modern Pentathlete’s World Championship Dream

Blackburn MINI Centre Confirms Support for Young Lancashire Modern Pentathlete’s World Championship Dream.
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Myles Game
MINI

Myles Game Becomes Bowker MINI Brand Manager in Blackburn

Bowker Blackburn has appointed Myles Game as MINI Brand Manager at the dealership
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BMW News

BMW Recognised At Fleet News Awards 2026

BMW continues to set the benchmark for the corporate automotive sector.
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MINI

Bowker MINI backs Preston dancer for second year

Bowker MINI confirmed a second year of sponsorship for a seven-year-old dancer.
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BMW

BMW Unveils New 7 Series Model Line-up

BMW unveils the new 7 Series, introducing next-generation technology to its flagship model.
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Alison’s Sahara Desert Challenge
BMW

Alison’s Sahara Desert Challenge Fundraising Campaign Celebrates £15,000 Milestone for CoppaFeel 

A Bowker BMW Sales Executive from Broughton has raised more than £15,000 for breast cancer awareness charity CoppaFeel! after completing a 114km trek across the ...
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MINI

Easter Opening Hours

View our Easter opening times here.
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BMW

Easter Opening Hours

View our Easter opening times here.
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BMW

A Journey Through Lancashire in the BMW X7

Bowker BMW set out on a journey to showcase the very best of local business, experienced from behind the wheel of the BMW X7.
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Maisie Egan Blackburn BMX racer
MINI

Bowker MINI extends sponsorship deal with young Blackburn BMX racer Maisie Egan

Bowker MINI in Blackburn has renewed its sponsorship of 11-year-old BMX racer Maisie Egan for the 2026 season.
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BMW

Bowker BMW welcomes the new BMW iX3 with a launch at both sites

Bowker BMW welcomes the new BMW iX3 with a launch at both sites.
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BMW

The Preston Eras: An Illustration by Kathryn Alice

Kathryn Alice and Bowker BMW Celebrate Preston Through Landmark Illustrated Artwork
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Chery News

Chery Tiggo 8 wins Carwow Car of the Year 2026.

Chery Tiggo 8 wins Carwow Car of the Year 2026.
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BMW

Bowker Preston BMW Supports Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Charity This Christmas

Bowker Preston BMW proudly supported Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Charity, helping to bring joy to patients spending Christmas in hospital.
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Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group Spreads Festive Cheer for Save the Children UK

Teams across Bowker Motor Group embraced the festive spirit by donning their finest Christmas jumpers to raise money for Save the Children UK.
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Changan

Bowker Motor Group Confirms New Partnership with Changan

Bowker Motor Group has announced a new partnership with global vehicle manufacturer Changan, with a new dealership set to open in Preston in early 2026.
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Chery News

Bowker Motor Group Announces New Partnership with Chery Automobile

Bowker Motor Group has signed an agreement to represent Chery Automobile in Preston, expanding its brand portfolio in the UK market.
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MINI

Christmas & New Year Opening Hours

From everyone here at Bowker MINI, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! View our opening times here.
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BMW

Christmas & New Year Opening Hours

Our team is here for you throughout the festive period. View our opening times.
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MINI

November MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

November brought many handovers across Bowker MINI, as we welcomed both first-time MINI drivers and returning customers back to the brand.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Brings Lancashire Businesses Together for a Luxury Driving and Dining Event

Bowker BMW was delighted to welcome guests for an exclusive showcase of our luxury line-up, hosted in partnership with Live Magazines.
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BMW

Bowker BMW x Fusion 2025

Bowker proudly partnered with The Three Fishes for Fusion, a culinary celebration that brought together influential chefs in the industry.
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MINI

October MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

Another busy month, with many exciting handovers as new customers take the wheel of their MINIs.
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MINI

British with a twist: The MINI Paul Smith Edition.

The new MINI Paul Smith Edition marks the next step in the successful collaboration between two British icons.
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Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Group Ranked 5th in Lancashire’s Top 100 Privately-Owned Companies

Bowker Group has been ranked 5th in the 2025 Lancashire Limited report, which recognises the 100 largest privately owned businesses in the county by annual ...
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BMW

BMW M Cars & Coffee: A Celebration of Performance at Bowker BMW.

Bowker BMW's M Cars & Coffee event offered guests an exclusive opportunity to experience the world of M up close.
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MINI

Mini But Mighty: The All-Electric MINI Aceman Charges Ahead

With pace and space (plus a rather handsome face), the eye-catching new all-electric MINI Aceman is truly a car to embrace.
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MINI

September MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

September saw many handovers from both our Preston and Blackburn Centres. 👏
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BMW

Preston Golf Club Juniors Finish Runners-Up at North Lancashire Finals

A junior golf team from Preston Golf Club, sponsored by Bowker BMW, has finished second at the North Lancashire Junior Golf Association Finals Day.
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BMW

Bowker Motor Group Raises over £250 for Macmillan Cancer Support

Staff contributed through cake sales, games and donations, on Macmillan’s official Coffee Morning date.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Showcases the Future of Driving at BMW Electrified Event

Bowker BMW hosted its exclusive BMW Electrified Event at Blackburn Rugby Club.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Hosts Drive & Dine Event at The Cartford Inn

Bowker BMW welcomed guests to The Cartford Inn for a Drive & Dine event, held in partnership with Live Magazines.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Renews Vehicle Partnership with Stones Young

Bowker MINI has supplied four new electric MINIs to Blackburn-based estate agency Stones Young.
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MINI

August MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

A month of happy customers collecting their brand-new MINIs from Bowker Preston and Bowker Blackburn MINI.
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MINI

Convertible & Cones – Top local spots to enjoy with the roof down.

This summer, Bowker MINI is celebrating the joy of open-top motoring. View our top local spots to enjoy with the roof down.
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MINI

July MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

We showcased the latest MINIs at the Royal Lancashire Show, & Adam from Bowker Blackburn won ‘Best Overall MINI’ at the Lytham Classic MINI Meet.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Supports Penwortham Under 8s Football Team

The support from Bowker MINI’s Preston dealership has enabled the team to receive waterproof jackets for the current season.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Confirms New Three-Year Sponsorship of Preston Golf Club Junior Team

Bowker BMW has agreed to a three-year sponsorship deal with Preston Golf Club to support its Junior Golf Team.
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MINI

June MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

A busy month for both Bowker Preston & Blackburn MINI, celebrating exciting customer handovers!
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All Brands

Stewart Rose Marks 40 Years of Service with Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group has recognised Group Service Manager Stewart Rose for completing 40 years of continuous service with the company.
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BMW

BMW Powers Ahead with Trio of Industry Awards

BMW is celebrating a strong May performance, with a series of prestigious award wins across the automotive industry.
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BMW

BMW Summer Model Updates

Offering improved electric range, smarter digital features, and enhanced standard equipment across the range.
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MINI

May MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

From exciting handovers to the Team’s well-earned getaways, May at Bowker MINI was full of memorable moments.
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Bowker Motor Group

Driven by Trust. Powered by Performance.

At Bowker, we’ve always believed in quality, innovation, and driving pleasure. And now, in 2025, those values are more relevant than ever.
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MINI

April MINI Moments at Bowker MINI

From lakeside drives to coastal getaways, April was full of MINI adventures at Bowker MINI..
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MINI

Bowker MINI Sponsors Preston Girl Representing England in the 2025 Dance World Cup

Bowker MINI is sponsoring Preston-based dancer Lilliana Willacy as she prepares to represent Team England.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Sponsors 10-year-old BMX champion from Blackburn

Bowker MINI are proud to be sponsoring 10-year-old BMX rider Maisie Egan for the 2025 BMX race season.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Backs PNE Community and Education Trust’s Easter Campaign

Bowker MINI on the docks in Preston has partnered with Preston North End Community and Education Trust to support their Easter campaign.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Helps Ribble Rivers Trust to Plant Trees in Ribchester

Staff from Bowker MINI have taken part in a Corporate Tree Planting Day with the Ribble Rivers Trust.
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BMW

Car Tax is Changing: 6 Ways Motorists Can Stay Ahead

From 1 April 2025, Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates are changing – and for many drivers in Lancashire, that means higher costs.
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MINI

The New MINI Convertible.

The Convertible's design focuses on fewer components, clever design, and high-quality workmanship.
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Bowker Motor Group
Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group Predicts New Main Franchise Focus Will Create a 20% Increase in 2025 Vehicle Sales

With franchise centres driving more customer engagement than ever, Bowker are in a great position to grow the used car and motorcycle businesses.
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Bowker Motor Group Apprenticeships
Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group Celebrates Record Number of Apprentices in 40-Year History

More than 20 apprentices across the Bowker Motor Group in Blackburn, Bolton and Preston have celebrated the highest total number of apprenticeships in the Lancashire ...
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BMW

Bowker BMW Sales Executive Prepares for 100km Sahara Trek to Support Breast Cancer Charity

Bowker BMW Sales Executive Prepares for 100km Sahara Trek to Support Breast Cancer Charity.
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Bowker Motor Group Paul Bowker
All Brands

Celebrating 40 Years Of Bowker Motor Group

Forty years in business is celebrated in style with another transformative chapter in the Bowker family’s automotive history
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BMW

Bowker BMW and MINI Donates Over 30 Christmas Gifts to the Wish Centre

Bowker BMW and MINI Donates Over 30 Christmas Gifts to the Wish Centre.
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Mini News

Bowker MINI Team Completes 400-Mile Journey in Electric MINI Aceman

Bowker MINI Visits MINI Oxford Plant.
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Biker Down 2024
News

40 Lancashire Motorcyclists Attend Free Safety Event at Bowker Motorrad

40 Lancashire Motorcyclists Attend Free Safety Event at Bowker Motorrad.
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All Brands

Bowker Motor Group Acquires Porsche Centre Bolton

Lancashire-based Bowker Motor Group has expanded its prestige automotive franchise portfolio by acquiring Porsche Centre Bolton from Lithia Motors Group UK. Porsche Centre Bolton joins ...
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MINI

Bowker MINI Blackburn and Preston Showcase New All-Electric MINI Aceman

Bowker MINI dealerships hosted an exclusive launch event offering customers an early look at the new all-electric MINI Aceman.
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BMW

Motor Dealership Renews Youth Football Kit Sponsorship in Memory of Much-Missed Colleague

Bowker Preston BMW has renewed its sponsorship of a Preston youth football team’s kit in memory of a dearly missed colleague.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Staff Join Ribble Rivers Trust for Woodland Maintenance

Bowker MINI staff have completed a volunteer day with the Ribble Rivers Trust, as part of MINI Big Love.
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BMW

Bowker BMW to Inspire More Golfers in Blackburn with New Partnership 

Bowker BMW has partnered with Pleasington Golf professional Stephen Malone.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Partners with Performance Coach to Boost Female Golf Participation in Lancashire

Bowker BMW has announced a strategic partnership with performance coach Laura Greenbank to inspire and support more women golfers in Lancashire. This initiative is part ...
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BMW

Bowker Motor Group Million Pound Charger Investment

Bowker BMW is investing a million pounds in electric vehicle charging infrastructure and 50 new electric charging points.
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BMW

Bowker Technician Mick Retires after 47 Years

Bowker BMW technician Mick Eastham has retired after 47 years with the company.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Sponsors Young Rossendale Racing Prodigy

Bowker MINI has announced its sponsorship of young Lancashire racing driver Ashley Gregory.
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BMW

Bowker Group Manager to Run First Marathon – 11 Years After Serious Leg Injury

A Bowker Group manager is set to run his first marathon since a snowmobile accident nearly cost him his leg 11 years ago.
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Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Backs Preston North End Community and Education Trust’s Easter Campaign

Bowker Motor Group has partnered with Preston North End Community and Education Trust. Thanks to the partnership, the Trust will distribute Easter eggs to children ...
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BMW

BMW Named Fleet Manufacturer of the Year for the Sixth Consecutive Year at Fleet News Awards 2024

BMW has continued its impressive run at the coveted Fleet News Awards, securing the Fleet Manufacturer of the Year title for the sixth consecutive year ...
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Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group | Million Pound Charger Investment

Bowker Motor Group are investing a million pounds on electric vehicle charging infrastructure and 50 new electric charging points.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Scoop Second National Marketing Accolade

Bowker MINI have won a national marketing award for the second time in just three years.
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BMW

Bowker BMW and Ribby Hall Village Extend Sustainability Partnership

Bowker BMW and Ribby Hall Village have confirmed a two-year sustainability partnership extension.
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MINI

Peter Bids Bowker Farewell

Bowker Preston MINI's manager is calling time on his 30-year career working in the automotive retail sector.
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BMW

Sue Amongst First in UK to Achieve New BMW Corporate Customer Experience Accreditation

The Corporate Key Account Manager at Bowker BMW has become one of the first in the country to achieve a new BMW Corporate Certified and ...
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News

Bowker Guide For Safe Motoring in the Snow

Winter motoring brings its own set of chilly challenges. Snow, while picturesque, can make roads treacherous. But with the right knowledge and preparation, you can ...
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BMW

Bowker BMW ‘Gifting Tree’ Supports The Wish Centre in Blackburn at Christmas

Staff at Bowker BMW have donated over 50 gifts to The Wish Centre - a refuge for women and children affected by domestic abuse.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Join Forces with Hospital Charity for ‘Give a Gift’ Appeal

Staff from Bowker BMW in Preston have joined forces to donate presents to this year’s 'Give a Gift' campaign. The campaign, organised by the Lancashire ...
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News

Bowker’s Ben Breakfast Rounds Off Six Weeks of Fundraising Challenges

Bowker BMW and MINI in Blackburn and Preston have marked the end of a six-week fundraising period with a Ben's Big Breakfast celebration.
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BMW

Christmas & New Year Opening Hours

From everyone here at Bowker BMW, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! View our opening times here.
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MINI

Christmas & New Year Opening Hours

From everyone here at Bowker MINI, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! View our opening times here.
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BMW

Bowker Appoints New Group Buyer

Bowker Motor Group in Blackburn and Preston has appointed a new Group Buyer.
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All Brands

Lancashire Day 2023

We are proud to be a longstanding pillar of the Lancashire Community for the past 39 years. Today we honour our legacy and invite you ...
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MINI

MINI Crayola Competition

We're inspiring kids to unleash their creativity in our minds... with Crayola Competition.
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BMW

Introducing the BMW Vision Neue Klasse

The BMW Vision Neue Klasse - The future of BMW. Featuring a clear, elegant and timeless in its design, with large surfaces, distinctive lines, all ...
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MINI

The all-new MINI Family

Iconic design: Tick. Go-kart feeling: Always. Meet the new all-electric MINI family. Register your interest online today.
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MINI

Bowker MINI and Ribble Rivers Trust Join Forces in Community Conservation in Burnley and Preston

Bowker MINI, with centres in Blackburn and Preston, has continued its commitment to environmental conservation by partnering with the Ribble Rivers Trust for two community ...
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AFC Fylde Bowker Motor Group
Bowker Motor Group

Bowker Motor Group Extends AFC Fylde Mill Farm Stadium Stand Partnership

Bowker Motor Group has agreed a further two-year corporate partnership extension with AFC Fylde. The West Stand will now carry Bowker Motor Group’s name until ...
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Eoghan Gilbert Bowker BMW
BMW

Bowker BMW Senior Service Advisor Retires

One of Bowker Preston BMW’s most popular staff members Eoghan Gilbert, has retired a matter of months before his 20-year milestone with the company.
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BMW

BMW UK Director Visits Bowker for Official Staff Presentation of Sustainability Trophy

Bowker BMW received a visit from the BMW UK communications director, for an official staff presentation of the first-ever BMW UK Sustainability Award.
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BMW of the Week
BMW

Approved Used BMW of the Week

Discover our Approved Used BMW of the Week: A BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sport with £1,000 Deposit Contribution
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Bowker Motor Group

Learn At Work Week

At Bowker, we are proud to support Learning at Work Week, a unique annual event to build learning cultures at work.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Celebrates Earth Day with Official Solar Panel Switch On

We are delighted to have officially switched on 1600 new solar panels across our dealership roofs in Blackburn and Preston. 
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BMW

Bowker BMW Celebrates Earth Day with Official Solar Panel Switch On

We are delighted to have officially switched on 1600 new solar panels across our dealership roofs in Blackburn and Preston. 
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BMW GROUP UK PARTNERS WITH POD POINT TO ENHANCE EV CHARGING OFFER
MINI

BMW Group UK partners with Pod Point to enhance EV charging offer

BMW Group UK has added Pod Point as a preferred EV home chargepoint supplier for MINI retail customers, further enhancing home charging services for retail ...
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BMW Group UK partners with Pod Point to enhance EV charging offer
BMW

BMW Group UK partners with Pod Point to enhance EV charging offer

BMW Group UK has added Pod Point as a preferred EV home chargepoint supplier for BMW retail customers, further enhancing home charging services for retail ...
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Lancashire Business Expo Bowker MINI
MINI

Lancashire Business Expo Success for Bowker MINI

Bowker MINI had a fantastic time at Lancashire Business Expo 2023. The annual expo, held on Friday, 24th March, at Preston Guild Hall, attracted over ...
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MINI

Bowker MINI Big Love 2023 Kickstart

Bowker MINI employees and customers have spread Big Love at Christmas by donating a bumper bundle of goodies for homeless dogs in the region.
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BMW

Mother’s Day Competition

This Mother's Day Bowker BMW are offering you the opportunity to enjoy an overnight stay for two including breakfast and aqua-thermal journey at the Spa ...
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MINI

The first all-electric MINI Convertible

Introducing the first-ever MINI Electric Convertible. Limited to just 150 models and available from April 2023, register your interest today.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Big Love Christmas Collection

Bowker MINI employees and customers have spread Big Love at Christmas by donating a bumper bundle of goodies for homeless dogs in the region.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Now 95% Paperless Across All Departments

Bowker MINI is spearheading an environmental drive to make all its processes paperless; eliminating 95% of its paper transactions and communications.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Now 95% Paperless Across All Departments

Bowker BMW is spearheading an environmental drive to make all its processes paperless; eliminating 95% of its paper transactions and communications.
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BMW

Phil Darwen awarded BMW Master Technician status

Our very own Service Technician, Phil Darwen, has been awarded BMW Master Technician status
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MINI

Bowker MINI partners with Dog’s Trust for Howl-Oween Dog Walk

The most spook-tacular & waggy tail event of the year. The Bowker MINI Howl-Oween Dog Walk.
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BMW

Bowker Motor Group attends event hosted by Electricity North West.

An event for businesses in Lancashire offering free expert advice on how to save energy, reduce costs and reduce carbon emissions.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Preston Dedicates Youth Football Kit Sponsorship to Much-Missed Colleague

Bowker BMW Preston has sponsored a Preston youth football team’s kit in memory of a dearly-missed colleague.
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BMW

The BMW M2

Achievements come in many different forms. With the new BMW M2 they’re expressed through an M TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder inline petrol engine producing 460hp, in ...
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BMW

The BMW XM

Exclusive, expressive, electrified: The new BMW XM combines impressive presence with the high performance of a BMW M and powerful plug-in hybrid technology of the ...
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MINI

MINI Premium Pack

Our MINI's now come with Premium Pack and Automatic Transmission as standard. Available for each vehicle throughout the range.
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BMW

Three of Our Apprentices Mastermind Soapbox Challenge

Three of our apprentices from Bowker BMW Blackburn have joined forces to enter this year’s Accrington Soapbox Challenge.
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MINI

Bowker MINI out brash bundling with Ribble River Trust.

On Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 August, our teams at Bowker MINI in Preston and Blackburn hosted their first events to support conservation and environmental ...
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MINI

Lancashire Dog Friendly First for Bowker MINI

Bowker MINI centres in Blackburn and Preston have become the first MINI centres in Lancashire to be certified dog friendly by the Dogs’ Trust. Bowker ...
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MINI Big Love v2
MINI

Bowker MINI Centres Volunteer Staff Time for River Ribble Conservation.

Bowker MINI on Preston Docks and Trident Park in Blackburn will volunteer staff time to The Ribble Rivers Trust from August.
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BMW

Blackburn BMW Apprentice is College’s First to Achieve Distinction in New Exam Format

Bowker BMW have extended their partnership to support a North West-based pursuit of the 2022 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship.
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News

Bowker Motor Group Appoints New Finance Director

Lancashire-based Bowker Motor Group has appointed a new finance director.
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BMW

2022 British Touring Car Championship Race Reports

Following Bowker BMW's partnership with Ciceley Motorsport’s British Touring Car Championship Team – Car Gods Racing, we want to keep you updated with race reports.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Extends Partnership with Ciceley Motorsport Team

Bowker BMW have extended their partnership to support a North West-based pursuit of the 2022 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship.
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MINI

Easter Opening Hours

This Easter weekend all Bowker Motor Group Centres are open for Sales and Aftersales.
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BMW

Easter Opening Hours

This Easter weekend all Bowker Motor Group Centres are open for Sales and Aftersales.
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MINI

Shouting From The Rooftops About The Electric MINI

We are delighted to announce that we will be attending the Lancashire Business Expo on 25 March, so we thought we would give the event ...
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The first fully electric Gran Coupe. The BMW i4
BMW

The BMW i4

Introducing the BMW i4, the first purely electric Gran Coupe.
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MINI

Clitheroe Students Amongst First to Learn to Drive in New Electric MINI

Learner drivers in Clitheroe will be amongst the first in Lancashire to take driving lessons in a new electric MINI.
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MINI

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about your MINI? We've put together some of our frequently asked questions. If you can't find the answer you're after you can ...
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MINI

MINI Special Editions

Meet the MINI Editions. Delightfully detailed and inspired by our rich heritage of motorsport and design, these special edition MINIs for 2022 are a unique ...
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MINI

MINI Electric Event

Join us at our MINI Electric event on Sunday 20 February, you'll be able to meet Phil and Sue, at our Preston MINI Centre, and ...
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News

Bowker Motor Group Celebrates New Automotive Technical Skills Partnership with Preston College

Lancashire automotive retailer Bowker Motor Group has announced a new long-term partnership with Lancashire further education provider, Preston College.
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BMW

Bowker BMW Celebrates New Automotive Technical Skills Partnership with Preston College .

Lancashire automotive retailer Bowker BMW has announced a new long-term partnership with Lancashire further education provider, Preston College.
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News

Bowker Motor Group Reveals New Preston Head of Business

Lancashire-based Bowker Motor Group has appointed Jonathan Rogan as the new head of business of the BMW and MINI centres on the Docks in Preston.
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MINI

BIG DAYS OUT IN THE COUNTRYMAN.

We’ve been exploring to find the best views, adventure, and fun for you to enjoy on a Big Day Out of your own.
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BMW

Lancashire Woman Wins Mobility Scooter Prize

A Lancashire woman has won a new mobility scooter in a competition to discover a deserving winner.
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News

Lancashire MINI Retailer Wins World Social Video Accolade

Bowker MINI in Blackburn and Preston has won this year’s World MINI Social Media Competition to produce and share the best video on social media.
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BMW

Bowker BMW: Mobility Scooter Competition

Bowker BMW are running a competition with the first prize donated by Modern Mobility in Clitheroe and Blackburn.
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BMW

Become A Convert

If you’ve never driven a convertible, you need to check out the BMW 4 Series, a sleek open-top four-seater that has power and pace.
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BMW

British Touring Car Championship Race Reports

Following Bowker BMW's partnership with Ciceley Motorsport’s British Touring Car Championship Team – Car Gods Racing, we want to keep you updated with race reports.
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MINI

Bowker MINI Partner With Cuckoo Gin

Bowker MINI are proud to announce that we have partnered up with the wonderful people at Brindle Distillery. Based at Holmes Farm in Brindle, the ...
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MINI

MINI Charging

MINI Charging is your gateway to one of the worlds largest charging Networks. You will have access to a range of providers, using just one ...
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MINI

The MINI Hatch is Auto Trader’s Most Fun Car to Drive.

The MINI Hatch has been awarded ‘Most Fun Car to Drive’ at the 2021 Auto Trader New Car Awards.
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M3 Competition
BMW

Combining Exclusivity With LANX Shoes

Bowker BMW have partnered with LANX Shoes and Godhead Coffee to combine exclusivity. With customised features and handcrafted details, BMW M cars, including the new ...
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BMW

Living with the BMW i3

Interested in making the switch to an all-electric BMW? Here’s a real-life account from a BMW i3 driver. Heath talks about the switch from a ...
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BMW

2021 BTCC Partnership

Bowker BMW are proud to announce their partnership with Ciceley Motorsport's BTCC team - Car Gods Racing.
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BMW

Earth Day 2021

In honour of Earth Day 2021, we are celebrating the BMW i3. - Zero Emissions - Sustainable Materials - Electric Performance
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MINI

The New MINI App

Maximise your MINI experience with the new MINI App. Thanks to its array of clever features, you can plan journeys more easily than ever before.
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MINI Electric Pacesetter
MINI

The MINI Electric Pacesetter inspired by John Cooper Works.

The first electric MINI as a FIA Formula E Safety Car. The MINI Electric Pacesetter inspired by JCW is the new Safety Car for the ...
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MINI Electric Event
MINI

Make the switch to MINI Electric

A lot of MINI Electric is what you know and love about the MINI Hatch already. Its iconic design and legendary responsive handling. The innovative ...
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MINI Electric Event
MINI

Go Electric With The Motability Scheme

A charging solution for electric vehicle customers We know that many Motability customers are interested in electric vehicles but are concerned with charging them. So, ...
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News

International Women’s Day.

Bowker Motor Group is proud to employ many women who have helped to lead us through these uncertain times. To celebrate International Women’s Day we ...
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The New MINI Shadow Edition
MINI

MINI Clubman & Countryman Shadow Edition

Introducing the new MINI Countryman Boardwalk Edition. Exclusive on Cooper and Cooper S variants in Deep Laguna Blue.
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BMW

BMW Kick Off 2021 By Scooping What Car? Awards.

The BMW 3 Series, 4 Series and 5 Series were all recognised, as were the BMW X5 and X6, with a further nine awards for ...
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MINI Countryman Boardwalk Edition Featured
MINI

MINI Countryman Boardwalk Edition

Introducing the new MINI Countryman Boardwalk Edition. Exclusive on Cooper and Cooper S variants in Deep Laguna Blue.
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MINI Convertible
MINI

MINI Convertible wins Carbuyer’s Best Convertible 2021.

The MINI Convertible has won Best Convertible at the annual Carbuyer Best Car Awards 2020, marking its fourth consecutive win in this category.
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Urbanaut
MINI

MINI Vision Urbanaut. Make it your space.

Discover the MINI Vision Urbanaut – an all-new interpretation of a vision of space. This digital vision vehicle offers more interior space and versatility than ...
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Mini News

Bowker MINI Halloween Drive Out Route

Looking for some spooktacular Halloween fun? At Bowker MINI, we've got just the answer! Download our driving route and create your own Bowker MINI Halloween ...
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BMW News

Accrington Woman Wins Mobility Scooter Prize

An Accrington woman has won a new mobility scooter in a prize draw.  More than 400 Motability customers entered a prize draw organised by Bowker ...
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BMW 128ti
BMW News

The new BMW 128ti

Launching November 2020, the famed ‘ti’ badge returns to the BMW range in the shape of the new BMW 128ti.
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BMW

Team up with BMW.

We're launching a competition looking for true creatives to help us launch the all-new BMW 4 Series.
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M3 Competition
BMW News

The new BMW M3 Competition Saloon and BMW M4 Competition Coupé

Bowker Motor Group is proud to have partnered with Blackburn Rugby Club to sponsor their Summer rugby camp - the first to be held at ...
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Blackburn rugby club sponsorship
BMW News

Rugby Camp Success for Blackburn Youngsters

Bowker Motor Group is proud to have partnered with Blackburn Rugby Club to sponsor their Summer rugby camp - the first to be held at ...
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Mini News

Talk Business at Bowker

At Bowker, we understand business can be tough which is why we're here to help with any questions you have relating to company cars.
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Talk Business at Bowker
BMW News

Talk Business at Bowker

At Bowker, we understand business can be tough which is why we're here to help with any questions you have relating to company cars.
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electrified drive
BMW

BMW Group aims for 7 million electrified drives on the road by 2030

BMW Group sustainability goals aim at putting more than seven million vehicles with electrified drive systems on the road worldwide by 2030.
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MINI named most loved brand
MINI

MINI WINS AUTO TRADER’S ‘MOST LOVED BRAND’ 2020

MINI has been awarded “Most Loved Brand” at the 2020 Auto Trader New Car Awards.
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MINI Genuine Parts
MINI

Bowker MINI introduce mail order service for MINI Genuine Parts

The health and safety of our customers a priority and we are pleased to be providing a mail order service for MINI Genuine Parts.
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BMW X6
BMW

The X6. Take Centre Stage.

The BMW X6 is a beast; a fearless performer with attitude, aggression and style.
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BMW X1 and X2 Plug-in Hybrid
BMW

Introducing the new BMW X1 xDrive25e & BMW X2 xDrive25e.

A highly efficient electric drive and a latest-generation lithium-ion battery enable an electrically powered range of up to 35 miles in the two new plug-in ...
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Mini News

MEET THE NEW MINI ELECTRIC

It’s great to get special treatment. Which is why we’re offering you and a guest the chance to feast your eyes on our first electric ...
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Mini News

Bowker MINI Halloween Drive Out 2019

Join us on Sunday 27th October 2019 at 10am for our ever anticipated annual Bowker MINI Halloween Drive Out! All MINI owners, family and friends ...
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Mini News

Live Magazines day out with the PHEV MINI Countryman

Live Magazines Paul Agnew was intrigued by the new PHEV MINI Countryman. We sent him out in our demonstrator model for a MINI PHEV Adventure. ...
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BMW

Be Part of the Future….Now.

The electric car is set to go far … We’re talking about the future of motoring here and, as usual, BMW leads the way. The ...
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BMW

World Final for Preston Amateur Golfer

A Lancashire golfer has become the first competitor from the county to represent the UK at the final of world’s largest amateur golf competition in ...
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BMW

WLTP – What Does it Mean?

From September 2018, all cars must have been homologated under the new WLTP (Worldwide Hamonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) test cycle which is designed to ...
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BMW

Our Electrifying Partnership

Award-winning Lancashire luxury restaurant and hotel, Northcote, has taken delivery of a new hybrid electric BMW from Bowker Motor Group. The new BMW 2 Series ...
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BMW

Lancashire Motor Group Managers Take On Burnley 10K Challenge

Seven members of the management team at Bowker Motor Group are in training to take part in this year’s Asda Foundation Burnley 10K. Bowker BMW, ...
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BMW

GOING THE EXTRA MILE

Do you claim a car allowance? Whatever your budget and lifestyle, Bowker can help choose the best option for you, writes Victoria Bamber. Affordable, luxurious, stylish, practical, ...
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BMW Sales Retailer of the Year
BMW

Bowker BMW in Preston Crowned ‘BMW Sales Retailer of the Year’ 2017

Bowker BMW in Preston has been crowned ''BMW Sales Retailer of the Year'' at the 2017 Retailer Awards.
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BMW

Bowker Blackburn BMW Open Weekend

Bowker Blackburn Dedicates Refurbished BMW Centre Re-opening to Amateur Rugby Unsung Heroes. Three Blackburn Rugby Club volunteer coaches have officially reopened the newly-refurbished Bowker BMW ...
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Aftersales Retailer of the Year
BMW

Bowker BMW named Aftersales Retailer of the Year at National Awards

Bowker BMW on Trident Park in Blackburn has been crowned BMW UK Aftersales Retailer of the Year.
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Motability specialist
BMW

Blackburn Car Executive is Motability Specialist of the Year

Andy Holden, our Blackburn-based Sales Executive, has been named Motability Specialist of the Year.
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Burnley FC in the Community
BMW

Bowker Boss raises money for Burnley FC in the Community with 10K Run

Group Managing Director, Chris Eccles, personally raised £390 for Burnley FC in the Community.
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Mini News

MINI ELECTRIC UNVEILED AT OXFORD AS BRAND TURNS 60.

BE ONE OF THE FIRST IN LINE. PRE-ORDER NOW > https://bit.ly/MINIElectricPreOrder MINI has today unveiled the new MINI Electric at the Oxford plant, the home ...
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Mini News

Celebrating 60 Years of an Icon.

The MINI 60 Years Edition. On 26 August 1959, British Motor Corporation (BMC) proudly revealed a car that captured the imagination of the world and ...
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Mini News

ACCIDENT? IT’S YOUR CALL.

MINI mishap? Bumped BMW? It’s your call where you send your car to for repair and Bowker have it covered, as Matthew Parkinson explains. Until ...
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Mini News

WLTP – What Does it Mean?

From September 2018, all cars must have been homologated under the new WLTP (Worldwide Hamonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) test cycle which is designed to ...
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Mini News

Burnley 10K Success Raises Over £1,000 for Charity.

The management team at Bowker Motor Group has raised over £1,000 for Burnley FC in the Community at this year’s Asda Foundation Burnley 10K running ...
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Mini News

1499 LIMITED EDITION CARS.

1499 MINUTES TO GET BEHIND THE WHEEL. ACT FAST. Soon we’ll be giving you the chance to book a test drive in the MINI 1499 ...
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Mini News

BMW Group announces next step in electrification strategy.

Flexible vehicle architecture to enable electrification of every model series Fully electric MINI confirmed as MINI 3 door variant Electric drivetrain Made in Germany, integrated ...
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Mini News

Special Delivery for Little Mix.

Bowker Blackburn MINI surprised the Little Mix star, Jade Thirlwall’s mother, on Christmas morning by delivering a brand new grey MINI Cooper Hatch!  Little Mix’s tour manager ...
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Mini News

Lancashire MINI Centres Back North West Adventurer’s Historic ‘Italian Job’ Cycle Challenge.

Two Lancashire MINI centres have backed a North West cycling adventurer’s bid to become the first person in history to complete the Giro D’Italia on ...
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Mini News

The safest in servicing…

When it comes to the upkeep of your car, servicing plays a vital role. Make sure you’re signed up to a servicing programme you can ...
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MINI

Bowker Blackburn – 10th Anniversary Event

It’s our 10th anniversary We invite you to our family fun weekend on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 May 2016 as we celebrate our BMW and MINI ...
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BMW M2 Coupé
BMW

New extensive range of BMW M Performance Parts for the new BMW M2 Coupé.

The BMW M2 Coupé has an extensive range of M Performance Parts designed to make your drive as exhilarting as possible.
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