10 Best British Car Events 2019
Race Red's guide to the 10 best British car shows
AUTOSPORT INTERNATIONAL & PERFORMANCE & TUNING CAR SHOW
January 10th – 13th NEC, Birmingham
This is three shows in one but the 10th and 11th are trade only and this period covers the Engineering Show, presenting some of the latest engineering technology solutions for the motoring industry.
The Autosport International part of the event spans the 10th to the 13th (again, trade only on 10th & 11th). This show brings you a pre-season glimpse of all motor racing, from F1 to club sport. This year, all the WRC teams will attend for the season launch.
We attended the event last year and enjoyed the whole show.
The Performance and Tuning Car Show runs alongside Europe's biggest motorsport show and presents everything for the performance and tuning enthusiast. One of the best features for me is that great hypercars and little sleepers are all displayed together.
Tickets include the Live Action Arena and are good value. The parking is currently around £16 so a full car makes sense for the parking cost.
Tickets available HERE
Read our full review HERE
The Autosport International part of the event spans the 10th to the 13th (again, trade only on 10th & 11th). This show brings you a pre-season glimpse of all motor racing, from F1 to club sport. This year, all the WRC teams will attend for the season launch.
We attended the event last year and enjoyed the whole show.
The Performance and Tuning Car Show runs alongside Europe's biggest motorsport show and presents everything for the performance and tuning enthusiast. One of the best features for me is that great hypercars and little sleepers are all displayed together.
Tickets include the Live Action Arena and are good value. The parking is currently around £16 so a full car makes sense for the parking cost.
Tickets available HERE
Read our full review HERE
LONDON CLASSIC CAR SHOW
February 14th -17th Excel, London
This car show presents some of the best classics which you can actually get close to, and with the live show you also get to listen to the wonderful sounds of your favourite cars. Take ear defenders if you have them (disposable ear plugs were handed out at the event - MAKE SURE YOU GET SOME, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN WITH YOU!)
Lots of manufacturers, suppliers and clubs.
Tickets from £25 pre book and £30 on the gate are reasonable.
Tickets available HERE
Read our full review HERE
Lots of manufacturers, suppliers and clubs.
Tickets from £25 pre book and £30 on the gate are reasonable.
Tickets available HERE
Read our full review HERE
RACE RETRO
February 22nd – 24th Stoneleigh Park, Coventry
Classic Race and Rally, both indoors and outdoors, with a Live Rally stage.
Lots to see, including several celebrities to listen to, and lots of clubs attending.
Tickets from £22 in advance and £28 on the gate for an adult.
Tickets Available HERE
See our review HERE
Lots to see, including several celebrities to listen to, and lots of clubs attending.
Tickets from £22 in advance and £28 on the gate for an adult.
Tickets Available HERE
See our review HERE
PRACTICAL CLASSIC & RESTORATION SHOW
March 22nd – 24th NEC, Birmingha
Lots to see and do, and loads of interesting, enthusiastic people to talk with and learn from. Easy parking but cost is £16 and venue provides a well-spaced show including a large auto-jumble and auction.
Get your discounts through your car clubs.
Tickets £18 advance and £21 on gate for adults
Tickets Available HERE
Read our review HERE
Get your discounts through your car clubs.
Tickets £18 advance and £21 on gate for adults
Tickets Available HERE
Read our review HERE
DONINGTON HISTORIC FESTIVAL
May 3rd – 5th, Donington Park, Derbyshire
Now in its sixth year, this is a Classic Motor Racing event with lots of club participation.
Club parking is on the inside of the track. Using your club discount and access, it is the best place to park and see everything from.
Large attendance by the Porsche Clubs and one of their main gatherings.
Ticket information will be available HERE soon
Read last year's review HERE
Also 2017 review HERE
Club parking is on the inside of the track. Using your club discount and access, it is the best place to park and see everything from.
Large attendance by the Porsche Clubs and one of their main gatherings.
Ticket information will be available HERE soon
Read last year's review HERE
Also 2017 review HERE
GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED
July 4th – 7th Goodwood House, West Sussex
This is THE big event of the year.
Bringing together the best, most expensive cars and experienced drivers from around the world to show and compete their cars on the hill climb.
The show lasts for four days and you really need that amount of time to see some racing and get around the whole event.
Tickets start at £39 for Thursday only entry and goes up to around £300 for a weekend package (well worth taking this one if you can).
Advice BOOK EARLY HERE
Read our review HERE
Bringing together the best, most expensive cars and experienced drivers from around the world to show and compete their cars on the hill climb.
The show lasts for four days and you really need that amount of time to see some racing and get around the whole event.
Tickets start at £39 for Thursday only entry and goes up to around £300 for a weekend package (well worth taking this one if you can).
Advice BOOK EARLY HERE
Read our review HERE
SILVERSTONE CLASSIC
July 26th – 28th Silverstone, Northamptonshire
This is one of the larger Classic Race events over three days. On-site camping and evening entertainment make for a great long weekend.
You have full access to both paddocks and some fantastic cars.
This is a well-attended club event with many large club displays.
The event is also well attended, with stalls, displays and entertainment.
Tickets available HERE
Report for 2017 HERE
Report for 2018 HERE
Book early for discounts and try and attend all three days. One day is not enough.
You have full access to both paddocks and some fantastic cars.
This is a well-attended club event with many large club displays.
The event is also well attended, with stalls, displays and entertainment.
Tickets available HERE
Report for 2017 HERE
Report for 2018 HERE
Book early for discounts and try and attend all three days. One day is not enough.
CONCOURS OF ELEGANCE
September 6 – 8, Hampton Court, Surrey
Set in the grounds of Hampton Court, this event presents some of the finest classic cars from around the world.
The first day is Owner’s Day and sees the arrival in the grand procession of the best cars.
Tickets Available HERE
We were unable to attend in 2018 due to illness.
The first day is Owner’s Day and sees the arrival in the grand procession of the best cars.
Tickets Available HERE
We were unable to attend in 2018 due to illness.
GOODWOOD REVIVAL
September 13th – 15th Goodwood, West Sussex
Taking place on the circuit at Goodwood, this is a very special event for lovers of classic vehicles.
Revival not only provides great racing, but also adopts a period setting in which to watch them. Everyone dresses in period costume and gets into the theme. The Village provides not only food and shops, but entertainment throughout the day.
Tickets Available HERE
See our report and photos HERE.
Revival not only provides great racing, but also adopts a period setting in which to watch them. Everyone dresses in period costume and gets into the theme. The Village provides not only food and shops, but entertainment throughout the day.
Tickets Available HERE
See our report and photos HERE.
CLASSIC MOTOR SHOW
November 8th – 10th NEC, Birmingham
This show is quite late in the season and ideal for getting into the mood for those winter projects.
You have the chance to chat with other enthusiastic people and buy those missing parts and tools.
You even get to buy that project at the auction.
Three halls split the event up between enthusiasts / displays, parts and tools and auction.
Book early for discounts and fill the car so the parking at £16 feels better.
Ticket information available HERE soon
Review HERE
You have the chance to chat with other enthusiastic people and buy those missing parts and tools.
You even get to buy that project at the auction.
Three halls split the event up between enthusiasts / displays, parts and tools and auction.
Book early for discounts and fill the car so the parking at £16 feels better.
Ticket information available HERE soon
Review HERE