Generous pitches
More breathing room around classics, customs and motorcycles.
South of England Classic Vehicle Show
SECV Show 2026
Give your pride and joy the space it deserves: spacious, flat outdoor display ground at Manston Raceway Park.
- Sunday 1 November 2026
- Public gates 11:00–18:00
- Manston, Kent CT12 5FE
Display pitch£10 per vehicle
OccupantsAll included
Visitor ticket£5 per adult
ChildrenFree with an adult
SpaciousRoom to breathe
FlatEasy display ground
OutdoorMade for motors
The space your vehicle deserves
A venue that lets every car and bike shine.
Manston Raceway Park gives SECV the scale to create a relaxed, well-spaced show. There’s room to admire the details, photograph the line-up and enjoy the day without everything feeling crammed together.
Flat display area
A practical surface for positioning, viewing and photography.
Club-friendly
Space for clubs and friends to create a proper grouped display.
Easy to explore
A clear outdoor layout with room for visitors to move comfortably.
Choose your SECV day
Displaying or visiting? You’re sorted.
All tickets are advance booking only. Pick the option that suits your day and Festival Tools will guide you through a quick, secure checkout.
For exhibitors
Display vehicle + every occupant
£10 per vehicle
- One display space for a pre-2000 classic, custom or bike
- Driver and every passenger included in the ticket
- Vehicle make, model and year collected at checkout
- Arrival window: 07:00–09:00
- No vehicle movement between 10:00 and 16:00
For visitors
Come for the cars, stay for the atmosphere
£5 per adult
- Public entry from 11:00
- Children attend free with an adult
- Classic cars, customs and motorcycles to explore
- Trade stalls, autojumble, food and drinks
- Live entertainment, judging and awards
Ticket prices above are face values. Festival Tools adds a booking fee and shows the exact total before you pay.
More than a line-up
A proper day for people who love vehicles.
Take your time, talk to owners, browse the traders and enjoy a friendly end-of-season show at a venue built around motoring.
Vehicle displays
Classics, customs and bikes presented with the space to appreciate them properly.
Show judging
Show & Shine and Rust & Prime judging, followed by the afternoon awards.
Trade & autojumble
Vehicle-related traders, useful finds and the sort of parts you didn’t know you needed.
Food & entertainment
Food vendors, bars, coffee and tea, live entertainment and family-friendly fun.
Who can display?
All pre-2000 makes and models are welcome.
Immaculate original, cherished daily, wild custom or full of honest patina — if it’s pre-2000, bring it. Cars and motorcycles are both welcome.
- Something special from after 2000? Email us before booking
- Clubs can request grouped display space
- Vehicle make, model and year are required at checkout
- Pre-booking keeps arrival and positioning smooth
Plan your show day
The important times, all in one place.
Exhibitors have an early arrival window so every vehicle can be positioned before the public arrives. Please follow the marshals and do not move a display vehicle while the site is locked.
Display vehicle arrival and positioning
Site locks — no display vehicle movement
Public gates open
Live entertainment, judging and family fun
Awards ceremony
Display vehicles may leave
Show closes
Have your booking ready
Keep your Festival Tools confirmation available on your phone when you arrive.
Dress for an outdoor show
November weather can change, so layers and sensible footwear are a good shout.
Find the show
Manston Raceway Park
Manston Raceway ParkManston, Kent
CT12 5FE
Display vehiclesFollow exhibitor signs and marshal directions for positioning.
Day visitorsFollow public parking signs on arrival, then head to the entrance.
AccessibilityEmail ahead if you need help planning accessible arrival or parking.
Good to know
Your SECV questions, answered.
Everything you need before booking or setting off. If your question is unusual, the team is only an email away.
When and where is the show?
Sunday 1 November 2026 at Manston Raceway Park, Manston, Kent CT12 5FE. Public gates open at 11:00 and the show closes at 18:00.
Which vehicles can display?
All pre-2000 classic cars, customs and motorcycles are welcome. If you have something special from after 2000, email info@secv.co.uk before booking.
What does the £10 display ticket include?
One display vehicle space plus entry for the driver and every occupant in that vehicle. You do not need separate visitor tickets for your passengers.
What time do display vehicles arrive and leave?
Arrive between 07:00 and 09:00. The site locks to vehicle movement at 10:00, and display vehicles must stay in place until 16:00.
What vehicle details are needed when I book?
Festival Tools asks for the vehicle make and model plus the year. Both fields are required so the event team can plan the display.
Can our club display together?
Yes. Book the required display tickets, then email info@secv.co.uk with your club name and approximate vehicle count so the team can plan your area.
Can I bring a trailer or tow vehicle?
Please email the team before show day with the sizes involved. They will confirm the best arrival and parking arrangement for your setup.
Can I come as a visitor without a display vehicle?
Absolutely. Adult day visitor tickets are £5, children attend free with an adult, and public entry begins at 11:00.
Can I buy tickets at the gate?
No — SECV is advance booking only. Book through Festival Tools before travelling so your entry is confirmed.
Is there a booking fee?
Festival Tools adds a booking fee to the face-value ticket price. The exact fee and total are shown clearly before you pay.
What food and drink will be available?
A curated mix of food vendors, bars, coffee and tea will be available. Individual vendors may accept different payment methods, so bringing both card and some cash is sensible.
Is the show accessible?
The show uses spacious, flat outdoor ground. If you need accessible parking or have a specific mobility requirement, email info@secv.co.uk in advance so the team can help plan your visit.
Is the event outdoors and what happens if it rains?
Yes, this is an outdoor show. Dress for the weather and wear sensible footwear. Any important event updates will be shared through the website, booking email or SECV channels.
Can I bring a dog?
Assistance dogs are welcome. For other dogs, please email before travelling so the team can confirm the current venue arrangements.
How do I book a trade or autojumble pitch?
Email info@secv.co.uk with what you sell, your pitch size and any vehicle or power requirements. The team will reply with availability and next steps.
Trade, clubs or something unusual?
Talk to the SECV team.
For trade pitches, grouped club displays, accessible arrival or a special post-2000 vehicle, send us the details and we’ll point you in the right direction.