Traction engines are self-propelled steam engines invented in the 1800s for any form of haulage with many being used in agriculture.

On display there will be various types of steam engines; the showman’s road locomotives (designed to provide power and transport for a travelling funfair), rollers, tractors, buses, lorries etc, manufactured by Burrell, Fowler, Foden, Aveling & Porter and many others.  Along with the static line-up, the engines also take to the main arena each day to showcase history in all its glory, a fantastic sight to see!

Mechanical organs come in various guises ranging from fairground organs designed for use in travelling fairs and circuses to provide loud music, through to dance organs for ballrooms which are much quieter, and street organs operated by an organ grinder.   Please email us closer to the event if you wish to obtain a list of the organs attending.

The Scarborough Fair Collection was started in the 1980s when owner Graham Atkinson purchased his first steam engine and mechanical organ. Few could have ever imagined that this was destined to become the start of a unique collection that would become famous throughout the world. The Scarborough Fair Collection will bring a number of their exhibits, together with their stage show featuring an eclectic group of singers, dancers and entertainers. 

Visit the Classic Car Section and see vintage and classic cars made from very early 1900 through to the 1970s, Wolseley, Rover, Morris, Jaguar, Austin, Buick, Chevrolet and many other makes including the very popular and the less well-known.  The cars also do a parade around the main arena each day.

An impressive line-up of veteran, vintage and classic motorcycles will be on display made by popular manufacturers BSA, Triumph, Matchless, Honda, Ariel and many others together with the lesser-known makes like Motubi, Rudge and Excelsior amongst others.  As well as the static display, the motorcycles take part in a parade in the main arena each day.

Vintage and classic tractors on display from various manufacturers including John Deere, Massey Ferguson, Ford, David Brown, International, Leyland and Allis Chalmers plus others.  Together with the static display, the tractors take part in a main arena parade each day giving enthusiasts the opportunity to see them on the move.

Stationary engines are used to drive immobile machinery, such as pumps, generators, mills etc and a variety of these working engines will be on display.  Some will have been made as early as 1900.

See demonstrations using a rack saw bench, drag saw, flour mill and threshing set. 

Also see the chainsaw carving, as works of art are created from a single piece of wood.

See an array of miniature steam engines – some built from scratch and some built from kits.  Various scaled-down models which join the full-sized engines in their arena parades or see them in the static display. 

Vintage commercial vehicle display including lorries, buses and fire engines from a variety of manufacturers; Dodge, Chevrolet, Bedford, ERF, Foden, Land Rover, Scammell and many more.  Exhibits will range from early 1920s to 1980 and will participate in main arena parades each day.

A wide range of military vehicles will be on display.  Exhibits include Land Rovers, trucks, ambulances, jeeps and, on occasions, tanks.

A visit to the vintage fairground is a must for all the family.  Rides and activities to suit everyone – some good old-fashioned entertainment.

A display of early Land Rovers from 1948 to 1958.  There will be approximately 35 Series 1 Land Rovers on display.

Children’s corner will include some/all of the following attractions: inflatables, quad track, go karts and bungee trampolines.  Please contact Outdoor Shows if you require confirmation.

Wander around a wide variety of trade stands from clothing, workwear, footwear, garden furniture, tool stalls, toys, jewellery, fine foods, pet supplies and many more.

Browse the autojumble to find a whole host of things you didn’t know you wanted or needed.  Find that missing item or parts/spares that you cannot find anywhere else!

There will also be antique and collectables stalls at the event.

A wide variety of hand made crafts on sale.  Organised by Dave Harrison of Kingfisher Craft Fairs.  To book a table please call 07778 473404, email: craftykingfisher@aol.com or visit: www.kingfishercraftfairs.co.uk

Mr. Bungle’s Punch & Judy is a fun filled modern version of this much-loved show. Starring all the traditional characters plus a few new ones. A great show for all the family.

Thirty minute shows will take place at: 12:00, 13:30 and 15:00

Runcorn Model Boat Club will provide a display of remote-controlled boats.  Come and chat to the experts and have-a-go yourself at navigating a boat around the purpose-built pool – it’s not as easy as it looks.  Great fun and a very popular attraction for everyone especially the youngsters.

Experience some of the latest white knuckle rides.

The licensed bar will be open during the event opening times. Additional opening times include Friday and Saturday evening for traders, exhibitors and onsite campers.

The licensed bar is in a marquee with table/chairs.  Background music and a live act on the Saturday night for those camping.

Caterers will be onsite selling food and drink to suit all tastes.

Hey Beatles will be performing in the bar marquee on the Saturday evening from 10pm at Astle Park Traction Engine Rally.

Hey Beatles are an established tribute to the best band of all time: The Beatles. With 10 years experience, they are ready to rock your socks off like it’s the 1960s!

The band play songs from all eras of the Beatles’ music – from Love me Do to Get Back, with the authentic sights, instruments and sounds you would expect from a committed, quality tribute.

Fantastic Firework display at dusk, 9.45pm approximately

Friday 9^th August: Background music

Saturday 10^th August: Hey Beatles will be performing in the bar marquee on the Saturday evening from 10pm at Astle Park Traction Engine Rally.

Hey Beatles are an established tribute to the best band of all time: The Beatles. With 10 years experience, they are ready to rock your socks off like it’s the 1960s!

The band play songs from all eras of the Beatles’ music – from Love me Do to Get Back, with the authentic sights, instruments and sounds you would expect from a committed, quality tribute.