Classic Car shows in May

The arrival of warmer weather as we head towards summer brings an increase in the number of major outdoor events.

This month we are treated to two major Classic Car events - the Bristol Classic Car show, previously in February and now on over the May Bank Holiday weekend, and "Magnificent Motors" on the sea-front at Eastbourne

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Shepton Mallet - Somerset

Saturday 1st May to Sunday 2nd May 2010

Traditionally, the first major event in the annual classic car calendar is the Footman James Bristol Classic Car Show.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Eastbourne - East Sussex

Saturday 1st May to Sunday 2nd May 2010

25,000+ visitors attended last years show, and a similar number are expected to descend on Eastbourne seafront for Magnificent Motors this year, as it has become established as one of the biggest FREE motoring spectaculars on the South Coast.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Rushden - Northamptonshire

Saturday 1st May to Monday 3rd May 2010

Now in its 32nd year, the Rushden Cavalcade has developed from a small gathering of vehicles, into the Rally that starts the season.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Weybridge - Surrey

Saturday 1st May 2010

The annual Spring Italian Car Day will be held once again at Brooklands on Saturday May 2rd.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Pathlow - Warwickshire

Saturday 1st May to Monday 3rd May 2010

Amongst the attractions at the Stratford-upon-Avon Country Show are vintage and classic cars, steam engines (both full size and miniature), fair organs, and period caravans, commercial and military vehicles.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Llandudno - Gwynedd

Saturday 1st May to Monday 3rd May 2010

The Llandudno Transport Festival is held on the sea-front showground in one of the most picturesque bays of the UK. Llandudno is Wales' largest resort and famed for its Victorian style and Edwardian elegance.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Bromsgrove - Worcestershire

Saturday 1st May to Sunday 2nd May 2010

The show will include Classic Cars, American Cars, Minis, Bikes, Scooters and Steam Engines. For the 2010 show there will also be three of Colin McRae's WRC rally cars including his WRC Rally Championship Scooby which is shown with kind the permission of PRODRIVE. There will also be the opportunity to win tickets to go to Prodrive with the fantastic xbox challenge.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Chichester - West Sussex

Sunday 2nd May 2010

Everything But The Car - from Bikes and Buses to Tractors and Trucks

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Walton-on-Trent - South Derbyshire

Sunday 2nd May 2010

Now in it's 13th year, the Catton Hall Classic car and Transport show is expected to include more then 800 classic vehicles and much more.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Brockenhurst - Hampshire

Sunday 2nd May 2010

Come to Beaulieu in your Ford and become part of 'Simply Ford' – a gathering of Fords of all shapes and sizes. Any model is welcome; from the new Focus RS to the old MK 1 or 2 Escort RS or even a Model T!

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Woburn - Bedfordshire

Sunday 2nd May to Monday 3rd May 2010

Now in its 13th year the Bedfordshire Classic Motor Show in 2010 will be set within the beautiful 3,000 acre deer park of Woburn Abbey.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Ollerton - Nottinghamshire

Monday 3rd May 2010

The 29th Car and Bike show is a fun event for Classic car and Classic bike enthusiasts.

Food is unlikely to be available Drinks are unlikely to be available. Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Berwick-upon-Tweed - Northumberland

Monday 3rd May to Monday 3rd May 2010

The Berwick Classic Rally has attracted increasing numbers from further afield each year, including a crew from Ireland for the 2004 event.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Nottingham - Nottinghamshire

Monday 3rd May 2010

Held on 40 acres of grassland at Thoresby Park, 2009 marked the first East Midlands Mini Show and was very well attended, with quite a few non Minis there as well!

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Stonebridge - London

Tuesday 4th May 2010

A meeting for all owners/enthusiasts of classic fords (pre 1984). From Anglias to Zodiacs, all are welcome.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Stonebridge - London

Thursday 6th May 2010

The Ace Cafe classic Mini meet is a monthly meeting for owners/enthusiasts of Classic Minis and Classic Scooters.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Trinity - Alabama

Saturday 8th May 2010

All day fun for the entire family. Arts and Crafts vendors, Moon Walk and SuperSlide for the kids along with other kids activities, and plenty of good food.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Chippenham - Wiltshire

Saturday 8th May to Sunday 9th May 2010

The Castle Combe Steam Rally was founded more then 20 years ago in 1985. The venue is the Castle Combe Racing Circuit in Wiltshire.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Birmingham - West Midlands

Sunday 9th May 2010

A great day out with an excellent display of more then 800 vehicles, all in the beautiful Sandwell Valley Park.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Basingstoke - Hampshire

Sunday 9th May 2010

The Basingstoke Festival of Transport brings together over 800 vehicles for a colourful and exciting display, including a large collection of Military vehicles.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Bridgend - Mid Glamorgan

Sunday 9th May 2010

The Annual Pencoed Show is a family event, with bars, food and refreshment tents, Ice cream vendors, bouncy castle and fun fair. Normally the Pencoed Silver Band are in attendance as well as a Cheerleader group.

Food is unlikely to be available Drinks are unlikely to be available. Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Yeovil - Somerset

Sunday 9th May 2010

A show for everyone with an interest in everything Swedish including the cars.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Malpas - Cheshire

Sunday 9th May 2010

Gathered at Cholmondeley Castle over 1000 Classic cars and bikes are expected to attend this years show, including club displays and private entries.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Kielder

Sunday 9th May 2010

Enjoy a breathtaking drive to Kielder Water & Forest Park for the third annual show. Stay overnight and soak up the atmosphere. A great day out for all the family including static displays, BBQ, exhibitions, art gallery and much more. For more details / to book please contact Wesley Turnbull on 07800 853 475.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Brockenhurst - Hampshire

Saturday 15th May to Sunday 16th May 2010

The Beaulieu MotorMart Autojumble features over 1000 stands selling everything motoring related, including motoring parts, accessories, automobilia, literature, tools and clothing, covering all motoring eras.

Food is unlikely to be available Drinks are unlikely to be available. Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Preston - Lancashire

Sunday 16th May 2010

Classic car and bike AutoJumble, for anything motoring related. New, used, NOS, old stock.

Food is unlikely to be available Drinks are unlikely to be available. Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Weston-Super-Mare - Somerset

Sunday 16th May 2010

The Mendip Tour now an established favourite on the calendar for many motoring enthusiasts from all over the country.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Brockenhurst - Hampshire

Saturday 29th May to Monday 31st May 2010

This explosive show features hundreds of military vehicles, live action living history, marching bands, children’s activities and a militaria mall.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Enfield - Middlesex

Saturday 29th May to Monday 31st May 2010

The Enfield Pageant of Motoring will take place over the late Spring Bank Holiday Weekend. and will once again be one of the biggest and best events in the UK.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Alcester - Warwickshire

Sunday 30th May to Monday 31st May 2010

This is the 18th year of the Ragley Hall Classic car and Transport show, and a good showing is expected.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other activities are available for the family to enjoy. This can include family entertainment, funfairs, historic houses or grounds

Milton Keynes - Buckinghamshire

Sunday 30th May 2010

2010 will be the seventh year of the Newton Longville Festival of Transport, and this years event promises to be better then ever.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Macclesfield - Cheshire

Sunday 30th May to Monday 31st May 2010

Held in the grounds of the beautiful Capesthorne Hall, set in 100 acres of parkland, the Cheshire classic car and bike show is a popular event.

Food is unlikely to be available Drinks are unlikely to be available. Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Stevenage - Hertfordshire

Sunday 30th May 2010

Japanese classic and performance cars

Food is unlikely to be available Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Stevenage - Hertfordshire

Sunday 30th May to Monday 31st May 2010

Sunday 30th sees the Knebworth Performance Ford show, in the grounds of Knebworth Park. While on Monday, both the Knebworth Mini and Knebworth Volkfest take place together.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls are unlikely to be available Other family activities may not be present

Bressingham - Norfolk

Sunday 30th May 2010

This very popular event organised by the Norfolk and Norwich Rover Owners Club, is held in the beautiful setting of the Bressingham Steam Museums & Gardens.

Food is available. This may be just Hotdogs or Burgers, or rather more at bigger events Drinks are available. This may be Tea and Coffee, or may include soft drinks and more Auto Jumble and other trade stalls may be available Other family activities may not be present

Harrogate - Yorkshire

Monday 31st May 2010

Over 500 vintage cars, commercial vehicles, 4x4s and motorbikes are expected to be parading through Ripley Castle in Harrogate.

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