ABOUT THE SHOW

OPENING TIMES

10am-4pm 

VEHICLE DISPLAYS

Expect to see 500+ vintage, classic and modern classic vehicles on display located on the lawns directly in front of Ragley Hall including a special display in the Courtyard. 

In addition, there will be a variety of private vehicles displayed by age (pre-60s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s onwards) and category (sports and convertibles, kit, custom and replica and American) plus a wide range of club stands and displays from a range of local car clubs. 

In the classic bike section, up to 100 vintage and classic motorcycles will be on display including models from the likes of BSA, Norton and Velocette.

CONCOURS

A hugely popular part of all Classic Shows events with  live enterainment and commentary throughout the day. 

All exhibiting vehicles are automatically included in the vehicle judging and awards process which will be overseen by an experienced vehicle commentator and car and motorcycle judge. The commentator and judge will present awards across all vehicle categories and culminating in the Pride of Ownership, Club of the Show and Car of the Show awards.

The vehicle concours is located in the event arena and provides a much-loved central feature to the event. The commentator will interview owners regarding their restoration projects and vehicle stories and provide interactive entertainment throughout the event. If you have an interesting vehicle or a story behind it, feel free to let the commentator know and he may just arrange for you to be interviewed!

Each vehicle exhibitor entering the arena for judging is eligible to receive a unique and complementary commemorative plaque.

TRADE, AUTOJUMBLE AND RETAIL

There will be a retail village featuring a number of trade and autojumble stalls selling a range of hard-to-find parts, merchandise, memorabilia, craft and vintage items.

Set up for trade stalls is between 2pm - 6pm on Saturday 15 July 2023 and from 7am on event day. 

MODERN VEHICLE DEALERSHIPS

The event may feature a selection of modern vehicle dealership and manufacturer exhibitors. If any dealerships are confirmed, they will be announced ahead of the event via our email newsletter and our Facebook page. Visitors can learn more about the latest models, technology and finance products from knowledgeable staff who will be on hand to answer queries.

FOOD AND DRINK, TOILETS

A wide selection of quality food and drink is available from a range of on-site catering facilities including a bar, confectionery and ice cream vendors. 

Portable toilets will be located within the events field and in addition to permanent toilets within the Ragley Hall grounds. 

THE GROUNDS AND VISITOR INFORMATION

Ragley Hall boasts a wealth of history with extensive parkland, gardens, lakes and a stunning Palladian Mansion. Full details about the history of Ragley Hall can be found at https://www.ragley.co.uk/the-estate/.  

The grounds, house and lake provide a breath-taking backdrop to a fantastic display of quality classic vehicles.

OTHER INFORMATION – DOGS, CAR PARKING ETC

We are a very dog friendly organisation and dogs are allowed at the event. We kindly ask that visitors keep their dogs on leads at all times and use the on-site dustbins to dispose of any dog waste.

Visitor parking is free.

DIRECTIONS

The event is located in the grounds of Ragley Hall, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5NJ.

Ragley Hall is located West of Worcester and the M5, South of Reddich and the M40 and can be accessed by the A46 and A422 roads. The venue is signposted by brown stately home signs from within the vicinity and will be supported by a number of yellow 'Classic Vehicle Show' signs on event weekend. 

EXHIBITORS.

As a new organiser of this event, our exhibitor rules may be new to you. Please make sure to read the following rules fully in order to avoid any confusion. 

To qualify as an exhibitor, the exhibiting vehicle must be aged 2007 or older. Exceptions apply to club vehicles – see below for full details.

EXHIBITOR TICKET LIMITS

There is a limit of 1,000 advance exhibitor tickets for this event. 

Booking Online or via a Booking Form

When booking Online, the price for exhibitors will be £7.53 including booking fee PER CAR OR MOTORCYCLE. This provides admission for up to 2 adults travelling in / on the exhibiting vehicle. This increases to £8.00 per car when booking via a booking form or over the phone.

Booking Forms are available from the Classic Shows website - see the 'Booking Forms' section and use the 'Classic Vehcile Booking Form' which provides full information on how to book this way. This can then be emailed or sent by post to us. 

Note that the deadline for booking via a Booking Form is FRIDAY 7 JULY 2023 to allow time for passes to them be sent via the post. 

These prices will only be available for exhibitor bookings made up to and including FRIDAY 7 JULY 2023 (Booking Form or booked via phone) or FRIDAY 14 JULY 2023 (booked online).

There will be no discounted exhibitor tcikets available on the day of the event. Owners wishing to exhibit a vehcile who have not booked in advance, can still do so, but will be required to pay the standard visitor on-the-day price which is considerably higher and is PER PERSON.

General

To qualify as an exhibitor, whether using a ticket booked in advance or buying a ticket upon arrival at the event, exhibitors are required to arrive no later than 11.00am. We cannot confirm that advance exhibitor tickets will be honored for exhibitors arriving after this time. 

Where an exhibitor has an advance exhibitor ticket, this covers up to two adults travelling in the exhibiting vehicle and any persons in addition to two adults travelling in the vehicle will be charged at the on-the-day visitor rate. 

CLUBS

Clubs are asked to book online to benefit from the cheapest and fastest booking process. The cost of booking an advance club exhibitor ticket is the same as the Exhibitors prices detailed in the 'Exhibit your classic car' tab and the same dates and prices apply.

Where clubs wish to book more than 5 tickets, the club organiser can book via a Booking Form or by phoning the office and tickets booked this way will be charged at the Online booking rate of £7.53 per vehicle.

To pre book a club exhibitor ticket please download and complete a Booking Form and send with full debit or credit card details or a cheque payable to Classic Shows, 26 Westgate, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6AA or ring the office on 01484 667776.

We ask that where clubs include vehicles aged 2007 or newer, that in order to protect the integrity of the event, that these vehicles do not reflect more than 25% of the number of total vehicles exhibited by that club. If your club features more than 25% of newer vehicles, please contact the office to discuss and we will aim to show flexibility where possible.

Club vehicles can be situated together and we are supportive of flags, banners and gazebos being used. Subject to space, exhibitors can also pay on the day and locate with an existing club booking.

EXHIBITORS.

As a new organiser of this event, our exhibitor rules may be new to you. Please make sure to read the following rules fully in order to avoid any confusion. 

To qualify as an exhibitor, the exhibiting vehicle must be aged 2007 or older. Exceptions apply to club vehicles – see below for full details.

EXHIBITOR TICKET LIMITS

There is a limit of 1,000 advance exhibitor tickets for this event. 

Booking Online or via a Booking Form

When booking Online, the price for exhibitors will be £7.53 including booking fee PER CAR OR MOTORCYCLE. This provides admission for up to 2 adults travelling in / on the exhibiting vehicle. This increases to £8.00 per car when booking via a booking form or over the phone.

Booking Forms are available from the Classic Shows website - see the 'Booking Forms' section and use the 'Classic Vehcile Booking Form' which provides full information on how to book this way. This can then be emailed or sent by post to us. 

Note that the deadline for booking via a Booking Form is FRIDAY 7 JULY 2023 to allow time for passes to them be sent via the post. 

These prices will only be available for exhibitor bookings made up to and including FRIDAY 7 JULY 2023 (Booking Form or booked via phone) or FRIDAY 14 JULY 2023 (booked online).

There will be no discounted exhibitor tcikets available on the day of the event. Owners wishing to exhibit a vehcile who have not booked in advance, can still do so, but will be required to pay the standard visitor on-the-day price which is considerably higher and is PER PERSON.

General

To qualify as an exhibitor, whether using a ticket booked in advance or buying a ticket upon arrival at the event, exhibitors are required to arrive no later than 11.00am. We cannot confirm that advance exhibitor tickets will be honored for exhibitors arriving after this time. 

Where an exhibitor has an advance exhibitor ticket, this covers up to two adults travelling in the exhibiting vehicle and any persons in addition to two adults travelling in the vehicle will be charged at the on-the-day visitor rate. 

WHY TRADE WITH CLASSIC SHOWS?

Classic Shows events offer an ideal opportunity to sell, or promote to, a large number of classic car and motorcycle enthusiasts including vehicle owners (exhibitors) and members of the general public (visitors). Common items for sale include hard-to-find parts, merchandise, memorabilia, manuals / books, signs, number plates, polishes and detailing items, vintage/antique items and Americana.

In addition, the events also attract considerable family and day visitors providing further opportunities including craft items, gifts, photographs and posters, clothing and confectionery (fudge, cakes etc).

As Classic Shows events are located at some of the UK’s most prestigious country homes and venues, the events attract a strong ABC1 / professional / high disposable income demographic which in turn presents the perfect opportunity to achieve event profile or sales from a qualified audience.

TRADING PITCHES

Pitches are 6x6m (or multiples thereof), outdoors and are located on grass unless stated otherwise. Pitches are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

We have plenty of outdoor pitches, so don’t expect to run out, but if you would like a particular pitch it’s best to arrive early as we do not reserve outside pitches in advance (other than for Premium Trade – see below).

PREMIUM TRADE

Want to stand out from the crowd? Want to really push your sales? Then why not speak to the office about the exclusive premium trading opportunities offered at Classic Shows events?

At all events we have identified those trading locations which offer the highest footfall and / or greatest trading profile, for example those locations adjacent to the judging arena, catering village or on the end of a trade row. These locations are ideal for traders wishing to maximise the trading opportunity by promoting a new product launch, product placements or special offers.

Premium trade pitches start from 6x6m and multiple spaces are also available. Spaces are allocated and reserved in advance. A site map is available for each event identifying the premium trading locations – see the Booking Form section of the website for further details.

TO BOOK

To book please download the Trade and Autojumble Booking Form, complete the form and return to info@classicshows.org or post to Classic Shows at 26 Westgate, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6AA. Alternatively call us on 01484 667776.

COST PER PITCH PER DAY

Autojumble is classed as any item which can be screwed, welded, bolted or otherwise affixed to a classic car or bike, plus repair manuals and parts lists. All other items are classified as trade (such as tools and accessories, books and literature, brochures, toys and models).

SET-UP 

Saturday: From 2pm - 6pm
Sunday (event day): From 7am.