Bowker News

Mini News

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

Bowker MINI Visits MINI Oxford Plant.
Read More →
Biker Down 2024
BMW Motorrad News

40 Lancashire Motorcyclists Attend Free Safety Event at Bowker Motorrad

40 Lancashire Motorcyclists Attend Free Safety Event at Bowker Motorrad.
Read More →
Bowker Motor Group

Escape To The Lake | Bowker Sales Event

COMPLIMENTARY STAY FOR TWO AT STORRS HALL. 25 – 30 NOVEMBER. For one week only, purchase a New or Approved Used BMW or New MINI ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW

Bowker BMW to Inspire More Golfers in Blackburn with New Partnership 

Bowker BMW has partnered with Pleasington Golf professional Stephen Malone.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW

Bowker Technician Mick Retires after 47 Years

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

Bowker MINI Sponsors Young Rossendale Racing Prodigy

Bowker MINI has announced its sponsorship of young Lancashire racing driver Ashley Gregory.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Bowker Motorrad Exhibiting at this Year’s Blackpool Custom Bike and Car Show

Bowker Motorrad is all geared up for this year’s Blackpool Custom Bike and Car Show.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Awards at the Double for Preston Motorcycle Dealership

Bowker BMW Motorrad in Preston has been recognised at BMW Motorrad’s annual retailer awards - the MOJO Awards.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
Ribble Valley

Day Closure – Saturday 9 March

Please note we will be closed on Saturday 9 March due to planned electrical works.
Read More →
MINI

Bowker MINI Scoop Second National Marketing Accolade

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

Bowker BMW and Ribby Hall Village Extend Sustainability Partnership

Bowker BMW and Ribby Hall Village have confirmed a two-year sustainability partnership extension.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Bowker Motorrad Extends Kieran Smith Motorbike Sponsorship

Bowker Motorrad has renewed its sponsorship agreement with motorbike racing star Kieran Smith for the 2024 season.
Read More →
MINI

Peter Bids Bowker Farewell

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

Christmas & New Year Opening Times.

From everyone here at Bowker Motorrad, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Here are our opening times over the festive ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW

Bowker Appoints New Group Buyer

Bowker Motor Group in Blackburn and Preston has appointed a new Group Buyer.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
2024 Legend Fires North West Stages
Ineos

Bowker Ribble Valley to Supply Support Vehicles for 2024 Legend Fires North West Stages

The 2024 Legend Fires North West Stages will be the opening round of the Probite British Rally Championship and the Protyre Motorsport UK Asphalt Championship. ...
Read More →
MINI

MINI Crayola Competition

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

BMW Motorrad Celebration Raises £488 for North West Air Ambulance Charity

Hundreds of Lancashire motorcycle enthusiasts have raised £488.37 for North West Air Ambulance Charity.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Hundreds of Lancashire Motorcyclists Attend 100-Year BMW Motorrad Celebration in Preston

Hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts attended Bowker Motorrad on the docks in Preston on Saturday, August 19th, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of BMW Motorrad.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Bowker Motorrad’s 1/1 BMW R NineT in collaboration with Waterloo Music Bar & Motörhead

We are proud to have collaborated with the UK’s no.1 independent live music venue, Waterloo Music Bar, to create ‘Overkill’ – a 1/1 Custom BMW ...
Read More →
Ribble Valley

The INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster is here!

The All-New INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster was recently revealed at Goodwood Festival of Speed, becoming the newest edition to the Grenadier family.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
Ribble Valley

Laura Sets Sights on National Go Karting Glory

Bowker Ribble Valley's car parts advisor, Laura, has become the only female competitor to qualify for the regional finals in a national Go Kart tournament.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Lancashire Motorcycle Riders Attend Free Motorcyclist Life-Saving Training Event

Bowker Motorrad has confirmed it will host another free to promote motorcycle safety and provide riders with essential skills to manage accidents and improve road ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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. 
Read More →
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. 
Read More →
Bowker Easter Egg Donation
BMW

Bowker BMW Creates Eggstra Special Easter with Preston North End

Bowker BMW has partnered with Preston North End’s Community and Education Trust to spread some Easter joy for children who benefit from the trust's work ...
Read More →
Life-Saving Defibrillator Installed
Ribble Valley

Life-Saving Defibrillator Installed After Employee Emergency

Bowker Ribble Valley has installed its first defibrillator after an employee who suffered from chest pains required an ambulance. 
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Shannon, Aaron and James Become ATA Qualified Technicians

Three technicians at Bowker Motorrad have achieved ATA accreditation for BMW motorcyles.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW Group UK partners with Pod Point to enhance EV charging offer
BMW

Lancashire Business Expo Success for Bowker BMW

Bowker BMW enjoyed a successful Lancashire Business Expo 2023, which took place on Friday, March 24th, at the Preston Guild Hall.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
SLAM Rider Assessment
BMW Motorrad

IAM RoadSmart South Lancs Advanced Motorcyclists (SLAM) Assessment Ride

We are looking to arrange a Free 1 to 1 Assessment Ride Day with an IAM RoadSmart Observer, based from our Centre on Preston Docklands.
Read More →
frosty windscreen
Ribble Valley

How to Defrost Your Windscreen Safely and Quickly

Whether you're crazy for kettles or a de-icer devotee, we've got you covered! In this post, we'll go through the pros and cons of various ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW UK Sustainability Award 2023
BMW

Bowker Scoops First-Ever National BMW UK Retailer Award for Sustainability

Bowker BMW has been awarded the first-ever BMW UK Sustainability Award.
Read More →
bmw f 900 cup 2023
BMW Motorrad

BMW F 900 R Cup Sponsored Rider Announced

Bowker Motorrad has confirmed it is sponsoring young rider Kieran Smith in the 2023 BMW F 900 R Cup.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW

Phil Darwen awarded BMW Master Technician status

Our very own Service Technician, Phil Darwen, has been awarded BMW Master Technician status
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
Biker Down Event
BMW Motorrad News

Biker Down at Bowker Motorrad

Bowker Motorrad was proud to host the first Biker Down Event for its customers in collaboration with the amazing team from Lancashire Fire and Rescue ...
Read More →
MINI

MINI Premium Pack

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

A Sunday morning ride out…

As part of our partnership with the Northern Section of the BMW Owners Club, we are giving a limited number of non-members the chance to ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
Ribble Valley

Bowker Apprentice Wins Preston College Apprentice of the Year

Didar is in his second year of the automotive technologies course whilst working for Bowker Ribble Valley in Osbaldeston. Didar came to the UK from ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
Ribble Valley

Bowker Ribble Valley become INEOS Automotive’s Lancashire Partner

Bowker Ribble Valley will be the sole Lancashire partner for the new INEOS Grenadier 4X4, when it is launched later this year.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

Bowker’s Custom R 18

We were very proud to have our technician, Shannon Constable, step up to the challenge and oversee the build. Her vision of subtle customisation to ...
Read More →
News

Bowker Motor Group Appoints New Finance Director

Lancashire-based Bowker Motor Group has appointed a new finance director.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

The BMW CE 04 Gets A Thumbs Up From Andy

Bowker’s own Workshop Supervisor, Andy Fairhurst, took the opportunity to take the BMW CE 04 for a spin. Find out how he got on.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

British Super Bikes 2022 – Race Reports

Stay up-to-date with the BSB season with race reports from each race.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Request a Quote

Request a finance quote from our team.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Bowker Motorrad Sponsor Wray Bike Meet

Bowker Motorrad are pleased to announce their support and sponsorship for one of the largest bike meets in the area- Wray Classic Bike Night.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
MINI

Easter Opening Hours

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

Easter Opening Hours

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

Easter Opening Hours

This Easter weekend all Bowker Motor Group Centres are open for Sales and Aftersales.
Read More →
Ribble Valley

Easter Opening Hours

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

Bike of the Week

- BMW R 1250 RS SE - £210 per month - Immediate delivery
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
The first fully electric Gran Coupe. The BMW i4
BMW

The BMW i4

Introducing the BMW i4, the first purely electric Gran Coupe.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

BMW Owners Club Partnership Announced

We have teamed up with the people at BMW Owners Club to bring any customer who buys a new BMW Motorbike from Bowker* will receive ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

More than 200 Lancashire Superbike Enthusiasts Raise Over £2,000 for Charity

Over 200 BMW motorbike owners and superbike enthusiasts attended a charity fundraising Race Season Preview Event at Bowker Motorrad on the docks in Preston.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW of the Week
BMW

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about your BMW? We've put together some of our frequently asked questions, if you can't find the answer you're after you can ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Bowker Motorrad Confirms Sixth Successive Year Partnering British Superbike Team Partnership

Bowker Motorrad BMW in Preston has confirmed its sixth successive year in partnership with a British Superbike Championship racing team.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW

Lancashire Woman Wins Mobility Scooter Prize

A Lancashire woman has won a new mobility scooter in a competition to discover a deserving winner.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Value Your Motorbike

Looking to sell your motorbike? Find out how much it is worth with a no obligation quote at Bowker Motorrad.
Read More →
BMW

BMW Points

Discover our BMW of the Week: A BMW M330i M Sport Pro Pack Auto Saloon| Black Sapphire | Monthly Rentals from £477 with £2,861.04 Initial ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

Hoghton Tower Sprint

With the return of the Hoghton Sprint, two Bowker Motorrad riders took to their BMW S 1000 RRs for the 1/8 mile Sprint.
Read More →
BMW

Bowker BMW: Mobility Scooter Competition

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

Get the Heritage Look

Their look is as distinctive as those who wear them. Their character as striking as you: The BMW Motorrad Heritage collection is much more than ...
Read More →
MINI

Lancashire Rescue Dog Leads MINI Retailer’s National Crusade for Social Video Glory

A Lancashire rescue dog is leading a North West car retailer’s national crusade to produce and share the best video in the country on social ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
Ciceley Motorsport
BMW

Bowker and Ciceley Partner for Motorsport Glory

Bowker BMW and Ciceley Motorsport reveal their first partnership in the pursuit of national motorsport glory.
Read More →
Preston College
BMW Motorrad

Bowker Motorrad Donates Engine to Preston’s College Thanks to Shannon’s Quick Thinking

A Bowker Motorrad apprentice has negotiated a deal to donate a motorcycle engine to Preston’s College Motorcycle engineering department.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad

BMW Demo Tour at Bowker Motorrad

Welcome to our BMW 2021 Make Life a Ride Retailer Demo Tour at Bowker Motorrad on Saturday 10th July.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BTCC Adam Morgan
BMW

2021 BTCC Partnership

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

Bowker Motorrad team up with PR Racing for another season

Bowker Motorrad are pleased to join the PR Racing team for a fifth consecutive year as a Team Partner.
Read More →
BMW

Earth Day 2021

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

Book A Test Ride

Every day is Demo Day at Bowker Motorrad. We’re open 7 days a week, so you can book a test ride for a day and ...
Read More →
Covid-19
News

COVID-19 Important Group Update

At Bowker Motor Group we are closely monitoring the developments of COVID-19 and the impact this is having on our business, employees, customers and partners.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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, ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
Covid-19
Harley Davidson News

COVID-19 Update

At Bowker Motor Group we are closely monitoring the developments of COVID-19 and the impact this is having on our business, employees, customers and partners.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW

Team up with BMW.

We're launching a competition looking for true creatives to help us launch the all-new BMW 4 Series.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

THE BMW M 1000 RR

Racing like no other. The M RR is the first M model from BMW Motorrad. Its genes come directly from professional racing.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
BMW X6
BMW

The X6. Take Centre Stage.

The BMW X6 is a beast; a fearless performer with attitude, aggression and style.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
News

Now that’s what I Call Bowker Christmas Videos

We’ve outrun jet fighters, ended up in orbit, let children take over the dealership and received visitations through magic tins of beans. Here, we take ...
Read More →
Bowker Halloween Drive Out 2019
Mini News

Ninth Bowker MINI Halloween Drive Out is Spooky Success

A big Bowker thank you to everyone who took part in the Bowker MINI Halloween Drive Out this year. On Sunday 27th October, more than ...
Read More →
Peter Turner
Mini News

Peter’s Back on Four Wheels at Bowker MINI in Preston

The Bowker MINI Centre on the docks in Preston has a new manager. 55-year old Peter Turner from Wigan is a familiar face at Bowker. ...
Read More →
BMW News

World Stage Awaits for Blackburn Golfer

A former Clitheroe Grammar School student has won through to the world final of a prestigious amateur golf tournament. 21 year-old Louis Barrett, from Wilpshire, ...
Read More →
EICMA 2019 Motorrad
BMW Motorrad News

New Motorrad Models Announced at EICMA 2019

Tuesday 5 November 2019 – three all-new BMW Motorrad models have made their hotly-anticipated debut at the internationally-significant ‘EICMA 2019’ motor show in Milan. CHASE ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW News

Andrew is Motability Specialist of the Year

Andrew Holden, who works at Bowker BMW and MINI in Blackburn, has been honoured as the best Motability specialist in the country.
Read More →
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. ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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, ...
Read More →
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, ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

Bowker Bike Night with Mackenzie & Hodgson.

Niall Mackenzie and Neil Hodgson brought comedy, behind the scenes gossip and hilarious stories of old to Bowker Motorrad on Tuesday 20th August 2019. Over ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

Baron Von Grumble Tour 2019.

Join us for a UK premiere! The first ever Baron Von Grumble Tour is coming to Bowker Motorrad. Join us on Wednesday 27th March for ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

Blood Bike Bonus as Riders Raise Over £1,000.

Bowker Motorrad has raised over £1,000 for North West Blood Bikes from a Seasonal Social attended by over 100 local riders. The fundraising raffle offered ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

BMW R 1250 GS Launch – Saturday 13th October.

The latest evolution of the GS success story – the new BMW R 1250 GS! Discover a new generation of the iconic Boxer engine with ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

2018 PR Racing BSB Team Confirmed.

Czech contender Jakub Smrz will return to the British Superbike Championship grid in 2018 with the PR Racing LLoyd & Jones Bowker Motorrad BMW team, ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

Bowker Motorrad Backs Myerscough Motorcycle Courses.

A Preston motorcycle dealership has donated a 1200cc boxer engine to test motorsport students technical skills on real life engineering. Bowker Motorrad on the docks ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

Lancashire Motorcycle Dealership Confirms First British Superbike Team Partnership.

Bowker Motorrad in Preston has confirmed its first-ever partnership with a British Superbike Championship racing team. Bowker Motorrad will partner with PR Racing for the ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

Motorrad Lancashire Attack Sponsorship.

Sponsorship Boost For New Lancashire Youth Football Team Determined to Make Bawling Touchline Parents a Thing of the Past A new Lancashire youth football team ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

BMW Motorrad R 5 Hommage. The Essence of Beauty and Simplicity. Custom meets heritage at the Concors.

Munich/Cernobbio. 80 years ago, BMW presented the BMW R 5 to the international public – an exciting new technological development that was to influence motorcycle ...
Read More →
BMW Motorrad News

BMW MOTORRAD UK AND TAS RACING ANNOUNCE FIVE-RIDER TYCO BMW RACING TEAM.

The team will contest British Superbikes, Superstock 1000 and International Road Races including the North West 200, Isle of Man TT and the Ulster GP ...
Read More →
Ribble Valley News

Bowker Ribble Valley – Prestige Car Passion in Lancashire

Michael Smallbone from Live Ribble Valley Magazine visits one of the region’s most prestigious car showrooms, where he spots a magnificent ultra-rare Lotus Exige. With blossom on ...
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →