Here at Classic Yorkshire we know that the classic car world revolves around Yorkshire. It has the second highest ownership of classic cars in the UK, but also a long list of events, success in historic motorsport, car manufacturers including Jowett and Ginetta and a strong club scene.
Specialist classic vehicle insurance broker Footman James is on a quest to find the UK’s Classic Capital, a location or venue that can lay claim to being the epicentre of activity for the nation’s classic car and bike community.
Whether you feel the crown should be awarded to an established automotive hub, a long-standing local grassroots meet that has attracted enthusiasts for generations, or a village that has a history with classic vehicles, Footman James is asking for your help in identifying the most worthy venues and locations.
From thriving local bike nights, to marque-specific meetups, the campaign is expected to highlight many hidden gems that serve as the backbone of the classic community.
The overall winner may not be the largest or most opulent location in the country – simply a deserving place that works hard to bring enthusiasts together to share and indulge in their passion for classics.
The UK’s Classic Capital is now open for public entry via the Footman James website: https://www.footmanjames.co.uk/classic-capital-2023/classic-capital
Submission is free and open to all classic, retro, and vintage enthusiasts from across the UK. Entry closes on Sunday 10th September, after which Footman James will share the shortlist of venues before inviting the public to take part in a final voting process to find the overall winner.
We have already submitted the case for Yorkshire, but you might want to make your own nomination. Perhaps a club, an event, venue or group of restoration specialists. Lets really plug those things that make Yorkshire special and get the recognition we deserve. It only took 10 minutes to fill in the form.