Listing All Classic and Vintage Motor Car Shows in the UK
Classic Motor Car Shows in May
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Abbey Hill Rally Yeovil
- Date: 30 April 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Cancelled due to Coronavirus*** Situated on the A37 just south of Yeovil towards Dorchester, overlooking the rolling hills of Dorset, it features something for everyone. From traction engines to motorcycles, it's all at this fun family day out. With over 100 trade stands selling a variety of goods from household and plants to toys and jewellery. There are also many stalls selling tools and autojumble. During the day a full entertainment program is available with ring events, live bands and singers in the refreshment marquee. In the evening the fun continues in the marquee and the fairground stays open until late.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending:
- Times:Gates open daily to the public 9:00AM.
- Location: Dorchester Road, Yeovil
- Area: Somerset Region: South West
- Organisation: Abbey Hill Steam Rally Limited Yeovil
DONINGTON HISTORIC FESTIVAL
- Date: 01 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***sadly, we have to postpone the Donington Historic Festival to an alternative date later in the year.*** Whether you are a long-time enthusiast or have never seen a historic racing car in action before, you will find plenty to entertain you at the Donington Historic Festival. After just four years the event is already firmly established as a major fixture on the international historic racing calendar, attracting many thousands of spectators, hundreds of world-class historic racing cars and huge numbers of classic car club displays.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: Lots
- Times:
- Location: Donington
- Area: Derbyshire Region: East Midlands
- Organisation: Donington Historic Festival
American Spring Nationals AACUK Staffordshire
- Date: 01 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: The American Auto Club UK, is excited to announce our first show of the season at Birch Coppice Sports and Social Club. Club house, show and shine on the Sunday with lots of trophies for all categories!!! Everyone is welcome - if you run it, bring it!!!
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 100+
- Times:10am-3pm
- Location: Birch Coppice Sports & Social Club Tamworth
- Area: Staffordshire Region: South West
- Organisation: American Auto Club UK
Shelsley Walsh Speed into Spring
- Date: 02 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ****This event is postponed***Speed into Spring is the first meeting of the year at Shelsley Walsh. Saturday is Practice Day giving all competitors the chance to refresh their memories of the hill, with the Sunday being the Event Day. All competitors are offered at least two practice runs on the Saturday and two competitive runs on the Sunday. The run-offs take place on Sunday at the end of morning class runs and at the end of the day's competition.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending:
- Times:
- Location: Shelsey Walsh
- Area: Worcestershire Region: West Midlands
- Organisation: Shelsey Walsh / Midland Automobile Club
Brooklands Auto Italia day
- Date: 02 May 2020 End Date: 02 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Postponed due to Coronavirus*** One of the biggest events of the year at Brooklands celebrating the UK’s obsession with all things Italian. This will be Auto Italia’s 34th Spring Gathering - the UK’s first and finest all-Italian car event. Expect the site to be bursting with all types of Italian cars (and a few motorbikes).
- Car Type: Italian
- Number of Cars Attending: tba
- Times:8:30 to 17:00
- Location: Brooklands Museum Weybridge
- Area: Surrey Region: London+South East
- Organisation: Auto Italia magazine
Magnificent Motors Eastbourne
- Date: 02 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: *** Due to the Covid-19 situation, the Eastbourne Events team have taken the difficult decision to cancel Magnificent Motors, with no suitable options for alternate dates in 2020. We fully hope to return as normal in 2021.*** Dont miss Eastbournes FREE motoring spectacular! A must for all motor enthusiasts and fun for all the family with over 500 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes and military vehicles in one stunning seafront location. Enjoy live music, continental market and bar.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 500+
- Times:Cavalcade 10am; Gates open 11am
- Location: Western Lawns Eastbourne
- Area: Sussex Region: London+South East
- Organisation: Eastbourne Borough Council
Ace Cafe Cortina Meet
- Date: 02 May 2020 End Date: 02 May 2020
- Event Description: ***In accord with Government direction and advice of 20th March 2020 Ace Cafe London will remain closed for the duration of the advised period of closure. All at the Ace apologise for the any inconvenience, and we thank you in advance for your understanding during this difficult time.*** Ace cafe meet for all marques of Ford Cortina
- Car Type: Ford
- Number of Cars Attending: max 50 medium sized vehicles
- Times:11:00 AM to 16:00pm
- Location: Ace cafe north Circular Rd
- Area: London Region: London+South East
- Organisation: Ace Cafe London
Cheshire Candles Charity Run
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***This event is cancelled due to Coronavirus*** The cost for the run is £22.00 per car and this all goes to charity thanks to our sponsors helping cover the costs. The event will start at Hawarden Castle Farm Shop, Hawarden, with registration from 8am. Departure will be from 10am. The route will then follow a scenic run that will be approximately 80 miles through the Cheshire & North Wales countryside arriving at the finish at Bellis Brothers Farm Shop in Holt, where a café, and other facilities will be on offer. You may also bring your own picnic if preferred. There is a mid-way rest at Hartsheath Hall, Pontblyddyn, which will also has washroom facilities and refreshments on offer.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 150 in Total
- Times:start from 10:00am
- Location: Finish Erddig Hall near Wrexham
- Area: Cheshire Region: North West
- Organisation: MG Owners Club
Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show Nottingham
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: Classicwise Collection Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show Inc. Ford, Mini & VW features
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 500+
- Times:10:00 am to 4pm
- Location: Thoresby Park, Ollerton
- Area: Nottinghamshire Region: East Midlands
- Organisation: Classic Shows
Stody Classic Vehicle Day Norfolk
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Cancelled due to Coronavirus*** Local and national classic vehicle associations are invited to the stunning Stody Lodge Gardens in North Norfolk. Enjoy ample parking with space to show your vehicle, meet friends and enjoy a picnic. You can also enjoy a walk around Stody Lodge's magical 14-acre gardens with over 200 varieties of rhododendrons and azaleas, and round off your day with a delicious homemade cream tea.
- Car Type: all classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 300 - 800
- Times:1pm-5pm (cars welcome from midday
- Location: Stody Lodge Gardens Melton Constable
- Area: Norfolk Region: East
- Organisation: Stody Lodge Gardens
Crotch Coolers Classic Car Sunday
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: Hampshire's No. 1 free monthly classic car event.. Summer is here and what better thing to do on a summer Sunday afternoon than to head over to Crotch Cooler's Classic Car Sunday at The Departure Lounge cafe in Alton. Vintage inspired café with an event field alongside set in the Hampshire countryside. Vintage food trucks in attendance. See website for full details.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 250plus!
- Times:from 2:00pm
- Location: The Departure Lounge Cafe, Basingstoke Road, Alton
- Area: Hampshire Region: London+South East
- Organisation: Crotch Cooler Classic Car Events
Lulworth Castle Motor Show Dorset
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Cancelled due to Coronavirus*** Dorset Blind Associations prestigious Motor Show returns to Lulworth Castle for its 6th year, Welcoming over 3,500 attendees in 2019, this family day out promises to be a fantastic day for all ages; with a 20 mile motor tour around the beautiful Dorset countryside, Castle Showground with vehicle display of over 200 cars, local stall holders, kids area plus live entertainment. The Castle Showground will be open to the public for FREE from 11:00am until 4:00pm! Come along and view the fantastic motors that will be on display in the Castle Showground, potter around the stalls selling local produce and goods, enjoy a variety of delicious food stalls, catering for vegetarians and vegans, and enjoy entertainment by a local musicians and big bands! There is also a kids area with bouncy castle, face painting and activities! This event is in aid of Dorset Blind Association and all funds raised supports those living with slight loss in your local area to live a full and happy life.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 100+
- Times:run 10:00 show12-4pm
- Location: Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth
- Area: Dorset Region: South West
- Organisation: Dorset Blind Association
Simply Ford Beaulieu
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Postponed due to Coronavirus*** Bring your Ford to Beaulieu and become part of the eighth Simply Ford rally - a gathering of Fords of all shapes and sizes. Any model is welcome; from classic Capris and Cortinas to new Rangers and Fiestas.
- Car Type: Ford
- Number of Cars Attending: 900
- Times:10am - 5pm
- Location: National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
- Area: Hampshire Region: London+South East
- Organisation: Beaulieu Enterprises Limited
Wheel Nuts - Stroud Gloucestershire
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: **No update on school web site*** Now in its 16th Year, Wheelnuts it is a truly amazing array of hundreds of classic cars and motor vehicles from motoring’s earliest days. Getting bigger and more popular every year, the annual Classic Motor Show ‘Wheel Nuts 2020’ will be held in the beautiful grounds at St Rose’s in Stroud. This marvellous event attracts motor enthusiasts from all over the region and is not to be missed, with over 450 Classic Cars and Motorcycles. There is something for the whole family and it’ is a great day out, not just for the ‘petrol heads’ amongst us. This major event draws crowds who come to admire the beautiful cars and motorcycles of days gone by with exhibits from as far back as the early days of motoring, to the prestigious cars of today.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 450+
- Times:11am - 4pm
- Location: St. Roses School, Stroud
- Area: Gloucestershire Region: South West
- Organisation: St. Roses School, Stroud
Bungay Lions Classic Vehicle Rally Norfolk
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Cancelled due to Coronavirus***This popular event, now in its 8th year, is expected to attract around 4,000 visitors to enjoy exploring the display of 400-500 classic vehicles, plus food, autojumble, craft & trade stalls. Outstanding musical performances, including from the Lowestoft Signing Choir and singer Kitty Collins, who will start the celebrations for VE Week with music from the 1940s and 1950s. Excellent childrens entertainment, offering fun for all the family, featuring: Scottys Circus workshop, circus skills for all including plate spinning, stilts, diabolos The Tricky Twister balloon modelling, Unicorn Alpacas Dellaclaira Facepainting Little Jumpers Bouncy Castle
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 400-500
- Times:10am - 5pm
- Location: Earsham Hall, Bungay County: Suffolk
- Area: Norfolk Region: East
- Organisation: Bungay Suffolk Lions Club
Ilkley Carnival Classic Vehicle Show
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Cancelled due to Coronavirus*** lkley Carnival is a not-for-profit event which invites people to the streets of Ilkley every May bank holiday for a fun family fiesta! With a spectacular parade which starts on The Grove and attracts more than 1,000 participants from local schools, organisations and theatre groups, the highlight of every Ilkley Carnival is the day of family fun that unfolds on our fabulous showground which brings something for everyone from live daredevil acts to vintage cars, cricket and football matches, a funfair, an abundance of free childrens entertainment and a chance to find the most popular pooch in our fun dog show!
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 80
- Times:10 -4pm
- Location: Ilkley lido Ilkley
- Area: Yorkshire Region: North East
- Organisation: Ilkley Carnival
Scottish Italian car day Nr Edinburgh
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Cancelled due to Coronavirus*** The Scottish Italian Car Day is Scotland's oldest and largest gathering of Italian cars, from classic, historic, modern, exotic, performance, modified, to Italian based retro and kit cars, including bikes and all vehicles Italian. A great family day where everyone is welcome.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 160
- Times:11am to 4pm
- Location: Hopetoun House, South Queensferry. Edinburgh
- Area: Scotland Region: Scotland
- Organisation: Alfa Romeo Owners Club Scotland
Blackpool Vehicle Preservation Group
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Cancelled due to Coronavirus*** Blackpool Vehicle Preservation Group (BVPG) in association with Blackpool Borough Council. This is our fifth year holding a show at Jubilee Gardens, Cleveleys and we had a great turn out in 2019!
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: Spaces limited - book early
- Times:10:00 am to 4pm
- Location: ubilee Gardens North Promenade Cleveleys
- Area: Lancashire Region: North West
- Organisation: Blackpool Vehicle Preservation Group
VSCC Curborough Speed Trials
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Sadly Postponed due to Coronavirus*** Curborough is a firm favourite in the Speed Calendar. This ever popular venue will play host to the opening round of the Speed Championship. Competitors usually enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in the Paddock and the tricky bends to rekindle the friendly, competitive element of the competition.
- Car Type: Vintage cars
- Number of Cars Attending:
- Times:
- Location: Curborough sprint S of Lichfield
- Area: Staffordshire Region: North West
- Organisation: Vintage Sports Car club
Felixstowe Historic Vehicle Run
- Date: 03 May 2020 End Date: 03 May 2020
- Event Description: ***Ipswich to Felixstowe Historic Vehicle Run 2020 postponed.*** The premier road run in East Anglia! Over 500 vehicles, including cars, lorries, motorcycles, buses and military vehicles. The vehicles assemble in Christchurch Park at Ipswich from 0830-1030, then start to leave for Felixstowe at 1100, where they are displayed along the promenade during the afternoon (from about 1200 onwards). 01473 715666.
- Car Type: All classics
- Number of Cars Attending: 500+
- Times:11.00am—4.00pm
- Location: start Christchurch Park at Ipswich
- Area: Suffolk Region: East
- Organisation: Ipswitch Trolleybus Museum