The event in the grounds of the stately home near Ripon has grown to become the biggest one-day classic car show in the north, with over 1,000 exhibitors.
North of England Classic and Pre-War Automobiles organise the rally, with the likes of Aston Martins and Wolseleys on show. Enthusiasts also run auto-jumble stalls.
Yorkshire Post photographer James Hardisty went along.

9. Newby Hall & Gardens near Ripon are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of their Historic Vehicle Rally event. The North’s biggest one-day annual car show organised by the North of England Classics and Pre War Automobiles, attracting exhibitors from all over the country. Over 1000 vehicles of all makes, from Aston Martin to Wolseley were polished up and put on parade for one of the highlights of Newby’s opening season. Pictured John Rhodes, of Doncaster, with his 1911 Stanley Steam Car. Picture By Yorkshire Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Date: 16th July 2023
John Rhodes, of Doncaster, with his 1911 Stanley steam car Photo: James Hardisty

10. On parade
Rich Brigg-Price, of Brighton, walks his poodle called Dylan past a 1928 Daimler ex-Royal vehicle and a 1977 Silver Shadow Rolls Royce Photo: James Hardisty

11. Picture
Jean Eagling of Pocklington, stops to photograph a 1931 Rolls Royce 20/25 Maythorn limousine, which was originally purchased by Lady Evelyn Mason (1877-1944) of Eynsham Hall, Oxford and was first registered by Oxfordshire CC in 1931 Photo: James Hardisty

12. Picknicking
Exhibitors enjoying this special event alongside their cars Photo: James Hardisty


