A total of 1,000 cars expected at historic vehicle rally near Harrogate this weekend
One of North Yorkshire’s most historic country houses which has been loved by multiple generations is to host the North’s biggest one-day car show this weekend with a phenomenal 1,000 vehicles.
Organised by the North of England Classics and Pre War Automobiles, the Historic Vehicle Rally will take place at Newby Hall this Sunday, July 21, from 10am to 3pm.
This major event at the award-winning 17th century house and famous gardens located three miles from Ripon and 14 miles from Harrogate, attracts exhibits from all over the country.
Boasting everything from Aston Martin to Wolseley, the rally appeals to serious enthusiasts, with auto-jumble stalls to rummage around in
The more casual visitor can choose a favourite classic, pose for a selfie and imagine themselves at the wheel.
Built in the 1690s by Sir Christopher Wren, Newby Hall is one of the UK’s finest Adam houses and is internationally celebrated as one of the largest and most complete surviving Chippendale interiors.
Its 25 acres of award-winning gardens include one of Europe’s largest double herbaceous borders, an enchanted woodland walk, a miniature railway and a children’s adventure playground as well as permanent dolls house and teddy bear exhibitions.
Newby Hall was named Yorkshire Attraction of the Year 2022 and winner of the National Garden of the Year in 2019.
It is also home to the National Collection of flowering Cornus.
The famous double herbaceous borders are flanked by numerous compartmented gardens such as the rose and autumn gardens and the water garden.
This landmark location also has a children’s adventure garden, a miniature railway to ride, a woodland discovery walk and a contemporary sculpture park.
Gates for this Sunday’s Historic Vehicle Rally will open from 10am to 3pm with tickets including entry to the gardens.
Adult – £14 online £15 on the door; Child – £9 online £10 on the door; Family ticket – £40 online £45 on the door; Under 4s Free.
Visitors wishing to visit the House should upgrade their tickets (adult £6; child £4) at the entrance to the pavilion.
For more information and to buy tickets: https://www.newbyhall.com/