ABOUT THE SHOW

OPENING TIMES

10am-4pm (Both days)

VEHICLE DISPLAYS

Expect to see over 1000+ vintage, classic and modern classic vehicles on display over the weekend in addition to a special Ford feature and Mini & VW display.

Expect to see a wide range of privately owned vehicles on display dating from the early 1900’s right up to the modern classic Fords, VWs and Minis.

The event is very well supported by a range of car clubs including the Notts MG Owners Club, Jenson Owners Club, Mercedes Benz Owners Club, Jaguar Enthusiasts Club, Yorkshire & Humber ST & RS Owners Club, South Yorks TVR, RS Owners Club, XR Owners Club, Junction 24 Fords, Just Another Ford, Ford RST, Mansfield Modified, Littlejohn Classic Car Club, Notts About Minis and Robin Hood Minis

CONCOURS

The vehicle concours takes place in the event arena and provides a much-loved central feature to the event.

All exhibiting vehicles will be included with the vehicle concours and judging process overseen by experienced commentator and fans favourite Les Clayton. Les has worked at Classic Shows events for over 20 years and provides a friendly and interactive commentary service to engage visitors throughout the event. Les will coordinate the concours and will be assisted by experienced judges with awards presented for a range of categories and culminating in the Club of the Show, Car of the Show and Pride of Ownership categories.

Each participating vehicle exhibitor also receives a complementary commemorative plaque.

TRADE, AUTOJUMBLE AND RETAIL

There will be retail village featuring 40-50 trade and autojumble stalls selling a range of hard-to-find parts, merchandise, memorabilia, craft and vintage items.

MODERN VEHICLE DEALERSHIPS

The event will feature a selection of modern vehicle dealership and manufacturer exhibitors. 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 and ice cream vendors.

In addition, there is a permanent café located within the Thoresby Courtyard. Portable toilets are located at the left hand side of the show field and permanent toilets are available within the Thoresby Courtyard.

THE GROUNDS AND VISITOR INFORMATION

The event is located in the grounds of Thoresby Park, Ollerton, Notts, NG22 9EP which provides substantial outside accommodation located adjacent to the superb Thoresby Hall. Visitors are able to explore the full grounds and parklands and also the Thoresby Courtyard which features a selection of hand picked retailers and a sit down café.

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.

Ample car parking is available and upon arrival at the venue visitors should follow the high vis road signs directing them into the correct entrance. Please do not use the Thoresby Courtyard entrance when attending the event (this will also be signposted as no entry). Upon arrival visitors will be directed into the car park by event stewards, will park their vehicles and walk into the event. Visitor parking is free for all events run by Classic Shows at Thoresby Park.

All Classic Shows events at Thoresby Park also feature children’s entertainment in the form of bouncy castle and small fairground rides.

DIRECTIONS

Thoresby Park is situated midway between the Ollerton round-a-bout and the Clumber Park/A57/A1M R-A-B on the A614 Nottingham to Doncaster road.

Within the vicinity of the event please follow the hi-vis ‘Classic Vehicle Show’ signs which will direct you into the event.

EXHIBITORS.

Due to the COVID outbreak and the restrictions that have been put in place from 2020 to 2021 we are having to do things a little different. 

We want to ensure all of our loyal customers are able to enjoy a full season of events.

To be able to to do this succesfully we have introduced a special ON THE DAY PRICE for EXHIBITORS/ CLUBS.

Exhibitors are not required to pre book tickets for ANY of our events during 2021.

The on the day price will be £5.00 per classic vehicle with up to 2 Adults traveling.

Additional adults and children will be charged at the standard rate. 

The ON THE DAY PRICE is for exhibitors that qualify under our normal rules.

- Classic Vehicle - classic car (aged 2006 / pre-2006) or a car in one of the following themes: American / kit / custom / replica car

We want to ensure all of our loyal customers are able to enjoy a full season of events. 

To protect the integrity of the event, we aim to control the number of exhibiting vehicles which are newer than 2006. If you have a vehicle you would like to exhibit which is newer than 2007, please ring the office on 01484 667776 or email us at info@classicshows.org with the car details as you may be entitled to use the our exhibitor on the day price. 

We ask all exhibitors to arrive at the event by 11AM 

CLUBS

Please note, clubs that are wanting to be situated together at the venues and total more than 5 vehicles, we are asking for you to pre book to ensure we have the right space allocation.

To pre book please just ring our office on 01484 667776 or alternatively download a booking form from the website, complete and send to the office via email or post.

As a club you are still eligable to pay on the day we just need to know numbers for the allocation of space. 

The ON THE DAY PRICE will be £5.00 PER CLASSIC VEHICLE.

To protect the integrity of the event, we aim to control the number of exhibiting vehicles which are newer that 2006. We appreciate that some clubs have members with newer vehicles so if you are a club and more than 25% of the club comprises of vehicles aged newer than 2007, whilst you are still able to exhibit under the discounted rate, we ask that you phone the office on 01484 667776 or email info@classicshows.org to confirm eligibility before booking to avoid any unnecessary delays.

EXHIBIT YOUR CLASSIC BIKE

MOTORCYCLE SEASON PASS

We offer a free motorcycle season pass. Produce your season ticket at the gate on arrival and pay an admission fee of just £3.50 per person (maximum two per bike) when displaying a classic (2006 / pre-2006) motorcycle in the show – a substantial saving on the standard admission price. The on the day price without a pass will be £5.00 per person. 

You are able to download the Motorcycle season pass from our website, using the booking form tab. 

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 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 6m*6m 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

Trade and Autojumble prices are unchanged from 2016, 2017 , 2018 and 2019.

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: 2pm to 7pm
Sunday: From 7am