Redbourn Classics Motor Show
& Village Fete- Next Show-*Saturday 31 August 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Show open to the public? Do I need a ticket?
The Show opens at Noon and members of the public do not need a ticket, please come on the day and make a donation at the pedestrian gates (cash or contactless) Suggested minimum donation £3 per adult, under 16's free.
All the money given at the gates goes to local charities.
- Are dogs welcome?
Yes
- When does the Show start?
The Show opens at Noon on Saturday for all classic vehicles and all members of the public. Please do not come before Noon because we need the whole morning to set up all the stalls, stage and entertainment.
- What is Redbourn Classics?
It is a classic vehicle show set up by a group of local Redbourn residents who love classic vehicles and want to put on an excellent day which combines a classic vehicle show with a village fete, good food and live music, plus entertainment for the whole family including a children’s funfair and miniature train rides and raises funds for several Redbourn charities.
- Who is the Show in aid of?
Charities - Redbourn Community Group, Friends of St Mary’s Church & the Village Hall. We also provide free pitches at the Show for more than 20 village groups to join in and raise funds for their group (including Redbourn Scouts, Brownies & Guides, Library, Redbourn in Bloom, U3A, Repair Shed, Friends of the Nickey line, bowls club, and the village hall)
- Is there blue badge parking?
Yes, please follow the signs or see the parking map at the bottom of the home page
- Is there parking?
We have limited public parking on the Common, please follow the signs, if car parks are full, please park in neighbouring roads. If you live in Redbourn, please walk to the Common if possible.
- I own a classic vehicle; how can I enter it?
All classic vehicles should be 25 years + to enter. We have 340 spaces for classic cars, so we invite owners to pre book their ticket for a minimum donation of £8.50 for cars/tractors. This gives entry for the classic car/tractor and all occupants. Please see the Tickets page on this website for details of how to book your ticket online, or via by sending a cheque in the post. We also welcome motorbikes/scooters for a minimum donation of £6.
- I have a car less than 25 years old, can I enter it?
Sorry we have a 25-year rule for entry onto the main Show, this is in line with other shows nearby e.g.Harpenden Classics.
- I would like to help at the Show? Can I join the organising committee?
Thank you, we welcome new volunteers. Please use the "Contact Us" tab and complete the form to get in touch.
The charities we are supporting in 2024
Redbourn Community Group
Redbourn Community Group ( RCG) is a registered charity, run by volunteers, which has been serving the village of Redbourn since 1980. Previously called the Redbourn Care Group, the charity has a new name to reflect its objectives: to provide support to all residents, irrespective of age, to connect our community together and to fund projects which benefit the whole community.
Friends of St Mary's
The Friends have two simple aims: to conserve and maintain the fabric of St Mary’s Church ( Redbourn's only Grade 1 listed building) and its churchyard. This is not just for the benefit of those who worship at St Mary’s, but for all who live or work in Redbourn and see the church as an asset and a focus for the community.
Every 5 years there is a survey of the building which lists the conservation work needed on this building to preserve it for future generations.
Redbourn Village Hall
Redbourn Classics 2021/22 funded new lightweight folding tables & repairs at the Village Hall which we know will be appreciated by the many groups using the Hall.
Redbourn Classics 2018 & 2019 donated £3,000 to the Redbourn Village Museum's Appeal to rebuild the stone portico (c.1750) from "Redbourn House", which was the home in Redbourn High Street of the Bowes Lyons (Queen Mother's family). The portico can now be seen in the grounds of the Museum.
