Early may bank holiday Monday the 4th bike / car events

[mobile chicane22]

Anyone know of a good source of information for finding car, bike steam type events or big county shows specifically on the early may bank holiday weekend?

Google just keeps giving me rubbish inside london (shudder).

[Tickle]

mobile chicane22 said:

Anyone know of a good source of information for finding car, bike steam type events or big county shows specifically on the early may bank holiday weekend?

Google just keeps giving me rubbish inside london (shudder).

AI dump.....

For he Early May Bank Holiday weekend (May 2 4, 2026), England has plenty of grease, steam, and country charm on offer outside of the M25. Whether you want the smell of coal smoke or the gleam of vintage chrome, here are the top picks for your long weekend.

Steam & Vintage Rallies
These events are the "big hitters" for traction engines and stationary steam.
Steam, Classic & Country Fair (Buckinghamshire):
Where: Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton.
When: Sunday 3rd Monday 4th May.
Highlights: A massive gathering of full-size and miniature steam engines, classic cars, motorbikes, and vintage tractors. It s a proper "all-in-one" event for heritage fans.
May Day Steamings (Greater Manchester):
Where: Bolton Steam Museum.
When: Sunday 3rd Monday 4th May.
Highlights: They run one of the largest collections of working stationary steam engines in the UK. If you like the rhythmic thumping of industrial-age giants, this is the place.
Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza:
Where: Llandudno Town Centre (Just across the border, but a major staple for NW England travelers).
When: Saturday 2nd Monday 4th May.
Highlights: Huge street parades with traction engines, vintage fairground rides, and incredible "living history" displays.

Car & Bike Shows
Perfect for those who prefer their engines on rubber tires rather than rails.
Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show:
Where: Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire.
When: Sunday 3rd Monday 4th May.
Highlights: Hundreds of classic vehicles displayed against the backdrop of a stunning country estate. Expect a large "autojumble" (spare parts market) and club stands.
Classic Car Weekend (North Yorkshire):
Where: Wensleydale Railway (Leeming Bar/Bedale).
When: Sunday 3rd Monday 4th May.
Highlights: Combine a heritage train ride with a static display of classic cars and motorbikes at the stations.
Gawsworth Hall Car Show (Cheshire):
Where: Gawsworth Hall, Macclesfield.
When: Monday 4th May.
Highlights: A refined classic car and motorcycle show held in the beautiful gardens of a Tudor manor house.

Big County & Country Shows
These offer a mix of livestock, local food, and rural crafts.
Toby s Garden Festival (Devon):
Where: Powderham Castle, Exeter.
When: Friday 1st Saturday 2nd May.
Highlights: While it leans towards gardening, this is a massive regional event with local food, artisan crafts, and the castle's impressive deer park as a setting.
Spring Rally at Twyford Waterworks (Hampshire):
Where: Twyford, near Winchester.
When: Sunday 3rd Monday 4th May.
Highlights: A "hidden gem" event featuring massive Edwardian pumping engines in steam, plus visiting classic cars and a narrow-gauge railway.

Quick Tips for 2026:
Tickets: Many of these (especially the Buckinghamshire and Thoresby shows) offer discounts for "early bird" online bookings

[mobile chicane22]

Thank you Tickle.

your google fu is better than mine

[Tickle]

mobile chicane22 said:

Thank you Tickle.

your google fu is better than mine

No problem, it's made me look now at Gawsworth Hall. Thanks