Wakefield classic car society aims to “resurrect” vintage vehicle show in Thornes Park with first gathering since Covid-19 pandemic

By Catherine Gannon
Published 29th Jun 2024, 14:00 BST
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A classic car show will be returning to Wakefield next month – the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic hit.

The classic car gathering will return to Thornes Park on July 5 at 4pm, and entry is free to the public.

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Owners wanting classic cars to be part of the show can enter for five pounds via the Fleur-de-lys Classic Car Society’s website.

Organiser and chairman of the Friends of Clarence, Holmfield and Thornes Parks (CHaT) group, Ian Deighton, said: “There will be a range of vehicles for people to look at, from vintage cars to classic HGVs [and] some motorcycles.

Jack Myers with a 1997 Marcos Mantara at the Fleur-de-lys classic car show in 2018. The longstanding event will return to Thornes Park in July 2024 after a five-year hiatus caused by the pandemic. Photo: John Clifton.Jack Myers with a 1997 Marcos Mantara at the Fleur-de-lys classic car show in 2018. The longstanding event will return to Thornes Park in July 2024 after a five-year hiatus caused by the pandemic. Photo: John Clifton.
Jack Myers with a 1997 Marcos Mantara at the Fleur-de-lys classic car show in 2018. The longstanding event will return to Thornes Park in July 2024 after a five-year hiatus caused by the pandemic. Photo: John Clifton.

"The Friends of the Park have been working with the Fleur-de-lys vehicle club to try to resurrect it and [put it] on again this year.”

Ian hopes the classic car gathering will be able to continue on an annual basis once again.

As well as a range vehicles for people to see, the Thornes Park Miniature Railway will also be open.

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