Yorkshire Elegance is a glamourous three-day event of racing cars, racing stars, great entertainment and beautiful cars all held in and around the wonderful Bowcliffe Hall in Yorkshire, a Grade II listed manor house built in 1805.
Special guests already confirmed include Le Mans legends Andy Wallace, Jackie Oliver, Nick Faure, and Mike Wilds, along with historically important cars including the first works car to compete at Le Mans, Nick Mason’s glorious Ferrari 250GTO and a 1932 Aston Martin that competed at Le Mans in 1932, 33 and 34.
In addition to the cars, guests can also enjoy a luxury brand showcase and retail village as well as displays from manufacturers including Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, and Aston Martin. Yorkshire Elegance also offers a driving tour, non-competitive runs up the Harewood Hill Climb, live music, great food options and live on-stage interviews with special guests.
Taking place 18th-20th July, every day has its own special theme. The 18th of July is Ladies Day and Le Mans showcase which presents a display of former Le Mans 24 Hours racers, as well as the racers who risked it all during 24 hours of racing.
The 19th of July presents a Best of British theme and Concours with three classes – pre-war vintage, post-war classics from 1941 to 1970, and classics from 1971 to 1990. A “best of British” parade will also take place.
The final day on the 20th of July moves to Harewood Hillclimb where cars can take part in non-competitive runs. Later in the day cars will embark upon an 80-mile driving tour ending at Grantley Hall for dinner, where special guests from the world of Le Mans will be present.
Hagerty, as a title sponsor, will be a part of the official Concours judging team and will present an official Hagerty award during the prizegiving ceremony. In addition, guests can discuss Hagerty products and services at the Hagerty stand situated on the lawns of Bowcliffe Hall. Hagerty will also join the driving tour and Hill Climb at Harewood.
Mark Roper, Managing Director of Hagerty International, said “We are delighted to be a partner of Yorkshire Elegance, as not only does it promise to be a spectacular event, but it also presents Hagerty with a great opportunity to host clients and enthusiasts in a wonderful setting. In addition, this event perfectly encapsulates everything we stand for at Hagerty with great cars, exciting motorsport, and an opportunity to drive and enjoy your car as intended.“
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