Stamford Car Show on town meadows drew bumper crowds
An annual car show rallied a bumper crowd.
The 20th Stamford Car Show kicked off with a rally starting from New Lodge Farm in Bulwick and ending at the town meadows.
More than 500 owners of classic cars, modern classics, enhanced performance vehicles and ‘dream cars’ exhibited their cars at the event yesterday (Sunday, August 25).
James Wright, chairperson of Stamford Round Table, which organises the event, estimates there were between 8,000 to 10,000 visitors throughout the day and branded it a ‘roaring success’.
He said: “I think it was a success because we cater for everybody with activities for childrens and lots of options for food - as well as the cars.
“People always say it is one of the best events they go to.
“Each year it brings back visitors. Already we have people asking about next year.”
Entry to the car show was free but volunteers were collecting donations.
Although the money is still being counted up, James expects £10,000 has been raised from the event, which will be used to support local good causes.
James said: “Particularly in today’s economy, having a free event is important.
“We didn’t chase people around asking for money but the donations were appreciated.
“All of the money goes back into the community.”
He thanked the 14 other organisers and event sponsor Charles and Dean as well as the exhibitors and visitors for their support.
