Leighton Hall will play host to the annual Motorcycle Hill Climb this weekend.

What is usually a peaceful historic hall will see the return of high-horsepower motorbikes on Sunday for the adrenaline-fuelled event.

The race, which is a popular event in the off-road motorcycle calendar, is expected to have around 150 competitive race sprints, with the first race starting at 1pm.

Racers will need to contend with a 60-degree bend that's just 50 metres from the start line of the 220m uphill challenge.

Spectators will be close by to see racers accelerating to speeds of up to 100 miles per hour.

The event has no engine size or speed limit and promises an entire day of excitement.

It is open to all bikes including modern, classic, vintage, retro, three-wheelers, super bikes and mopeds.

The event also encourages multiple entries with a reduced fee.

Competitors, both seasoned and new starters, will have the opportunity to showcase their skills on the challenging track.

Alongside the racing, attendees will be able to meet exhibitors including MAG (Motorbike Action Group), TRF (Trail Riders Federation), the riders branch of the Royal British Legion, and Mental Health Motorbike.

Ensuring the event runs safely are Marshalls North West, a not-for-profit club of volunteers dedicated to marshalling and organising safe racing events, while raising funds for charities including the North West Air Ambulance and North West Blood Bikes.

Tickets are priced at £8 in advance and £10 on the day, which includes access to Leighton Hall's gardens and tea rooms.

Admission is free for under-16s, and children can enjoy the various play areas.

Well-behaved dogs on leads are permitted, but drones are not allowed at the event.

Secretary for Marshalls North West, Michael Clear, said: “It’s an honour to marshal at this exhilarating and much-loved event.

"With the historic hall and Lakeland fells as a backdrop, there’s nothing else like this on the racing calendar."

Full details for spectators can be found at www.leightonhall.co.uk/whats-on/events-diary, and competitor entry forms can be accessed at marshallnorthwest.uK.