Event Description: Mathewsons Live is more than a car show – it’s a celebration of motorsport, music, food, and community. Across two action-packed days, thousands of fans will come together to experience one of the UK’s most exciting automotive and lifestyle events.
From the buzz of rally stages to the energy of live music, from rare cars to artisan food, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a petrolhead, a family looking for a great day out, or simply someone who loves live events, Mathewsons Live 2026 has it all. The entertainment, displays and activities will be the same on both days, but you are of course welcome to join us for both if you like!
Event Description: Round 3 of the7 VSCC Speed Championship sees us welcomed by our friends at the BARC. Set just a short distance from the delightful Yorkshire dales, the whole of this amazing hill is visible from the paddock making it a popular venue for the public and competitors alike.
Event Description: Auto Italia are pleased to announce our return to the fabulous location of Carlton Towers in East Yorkshire on the slightly earlier date of 23rd August. We have such a fantastic variety of Italian cars on display and will be awarding a car of the day trophy along with other categories in 2026. Italian themed food vendors and trade will also return. As ever all clubs and traders are welcome to attend.
Event Description: Come to Beaulieu in your Aston Martin and become part of the second Simply Aston Martin - a gathering of Aston Martins of all shapes and sizes.
Event Description: The third Northern Jaguar Show will take place on the 23rd August 2026 at the Avro Heritage Museum. Following on from the success of last years show the Greater Manchester Region of the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club will once again be hosting the show.
Event Description: The classic vehicle (static) display has become such a major part of the Uffculme Show. We look forward to meeting old and new friends with their classic or vintage vehicles.
10am – 5pm (exhibiting vehicles to be on the field by 9.30am)
Car Type: All classics
Number of Cars Attending: 120+
Times:10-5pm
Location: Bridwell Park, Bridwell Avenue, Uffculme, Devon
Event Description: Ford Fair celebrates 40 years with a return to Silverstone on Sunday, 23rd August 2026, for another unforgettable Blue Oval extravaganza.
Event Description: Visitors can enjoy the finest of competitive floral arrangements, and buy a special basket of flowers to take home. Other traditional favorites include the Punch and Judy shows in their own tent, the giant horticulture marquee, the Kids’ Tent with entertainment for the children, auto jumble stand, children's’ rides, a bar and food choices in the community marquee, where visitors can watch the attractions in the main arena. Visitors are also invited to take part in judging the variety of different competitions varying from cake decorating to best classic motorbike. There is also a Crafts marquee, and a model tent together with the ever-popular steam and traction engines, and the vintage and classic car display. The vehicles parade around the main arena on both afternoons.
Event Description: Retro Returns to Gloucester .. This exceptionally popular & award winning event will take place in the heart of the City where the four Historic Gate streets will be turned back into different time zones from 1900 to modern day times. Each street will be once again lined with Classic & Historic motor vehicles with reenactors music dancing & differing themes throughout , all adding to create an enjoyable experience for all to enjoy.
Car Type: All classics
Number of Cars Attending: 400ish
Times:9am--5:30pm
Location: inner region of The Historic City of Gloucester
Event Description: The impressive setting of Belvoir Castle at Grantham dates back to the 11th century and has been commonly referred to as ‘Bee-va’ Castle ever since due to the mispronunciation of Belvoir! Stunning parkland makes it the perfect location for events and August Bank Holiday weekend sees this historical venue hosting the Belvoir Castle Steam and Country Fair.
Event Description: On behalf of the Pershore Plum Festival committee, we would like to send our grateful thanks to the thousands of people who gathered in the plum capital of the world over the August Bank Holiday weekend and to every volunteer, entertainer, exhibitor, business and classic car aficionado who supported the Plum Festival so enthusiastically again this year – thank you - it really wouldn’t happen without you all!!.
Event Description: The impressive setting of Belvoir Castle at Grantham dates back to the 11th century. Visit the craft & fine food marquee, browse the trade stands and autojumble, try out the vintage funfair rides, giant inflatables complete with slides and castles and much more.
There will be a licensed bar and a good selection of catering outlets serving hot and cold food and drinks all day… a chance to relax and plan the rest of the day.
Event Description: The Moseley Railway Trust's mission is to preserve, conserve and interpret artefacts from Industrial Narrow Gauge Railways, including locomotives and other classic vehicles. A gathering of Land Rovers – but only Leaf Spring Land Rover qualify! Lots of 4×4 nostalgia for everyone. Steam trains will run from 1130 to 4pm on both days, with standard fares charged.
Event Description: Oulton Park's signature event returns, with three days of historic action on August Bank Holiday Weekend. On-track there will be a bumper line-up organised by the Historic Sport Car Club, whilst off it will be a retro atmosphere as the venue is filled with classic cars and family friendly attractions.
Event Description: Shrewsbury Steam Rally is a fantastic two day event that takes place at Onslow Park, Shrewsbury, over August Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday.
Each year it attracts thousands of people to marvel at the site of steam-powered vehicles of all kinds in action and on static display.
If you’ve never experienced the sights, sounds and smells of steam engines in action then this is the place to be.
Car Type: All classics
Number of Cars Attending: 100+ cars
Times:Gates Open – 9.15am
Location: Onslow Park Shrewsbury
Area: Shropshire Region: West Midlands
Organisation: County of Salop Steam Engine Society Ltd,
Event Description: Over 350 Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Motor Sport and Supercars are displayed in the towns High Street along with live music and craft stalls. With the towns shops and eateries there is something for everyone,
Event Description: The Series 1 Land Rover Gathering has been taking place continuously since 1990. It is now a public display of Series One Land Rovers. There will be some 40+ vehicles in the yard at Tywyn Wharf station for people to come and see and talk to the owners about their Land Rovers.