What You Need To Know
RETRO RIDES GATHERING 2026 IS SOLD OUT
THERE ARE NO "ON THE GATE" TICKETS
Last year was such a joy that we're doing it all again. We know the venue even better now, we know how to get the best from the track now, we know where we need to improve, what we need to lay out differently and what works. 2026 is going to be the best Retro Rides Gathering that has ever happened.
It's the same relaxed Retro Rides atmosphere you know, just with one of the UK's most iconic motorsport venues as our backdrop. Whether you're bringing your pride and joy or the (pre-2000) daily hack that keeps you mobile, you're part of what makes this work. We've learned a thing or two about putting on events over the years, and this one's going to be something special.
Tickets are strictly limited and are all advanced sale only there will be no on the gate tickets.
Supported By
Track Time
We run at a hillclimb because we want you to be able to enjoy the hill climb. If you've got a pre-2000 road legal car, then hit up the application form. We're looking for road legal, MOT'd cars (or MOT exempt cars).
You can find a whole load more info about the Hillclimb on our Forum: https://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/230760/retro-rides-gathering-information-thread
You can find a whole load more info about the Hillclimb on our Forum: https://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/230760/retro-rides-gathering-information-thread
Guest Cars
We've got some genuinely interesting metal confirmed for the weekend, with a few surprises we can't mention just yet (again). Expect to see some properly exciting stuff mixed in with the builds that have become legends. The owners are enthusiasts just like you, so don't be shy about having a chat. Some of the best conversations happen when you least expect them.
We sold out so quick that we didn't even get to announce two thirds of our guests
There is so much more to excite and delight at the show
We sold out so quick that we didn't even get to announce two thirds of our guests
There is so much more to excite and delight at the show
THE CATERING MEATS SPECIAL
Built from a nearly new, burnt out 1976 Ford Capri hire car in Jersey by Barry Moignard to create a hillclimb special loosely based on the famous South African Capri Perana V8 race cars. The car has a great pedigree of motorsport including racing on the beach at St Ouen, sprinting at the 5 mile road and the hillclimb at Bouley bay for many years.
Now owned by Nigel Blandin, the car has undergone many improvements including a supercharged small block Ford V8 (making 549bhp) which we cannot wait to see and hear going up Prescott Hill Climb... this one is LOUD!
VW CADDY McLAREN POWER
Joel Vermiglio is building one of our most anticipated UK cars, he was with us last year, but due to some external factors we couldn't let him run up the hill. This year that has been resolved and having seen it in action at Weekender we're really excited to see it on the hill. The question will be if it is in full paint by Gathering.......
There is some video on his rarely updated Youtube channel, but really seeing this in the flesh is the best way to see it.
There is some video on his rarely updated Youtube channel, but really seeing this in the flesh is the best way to see it.
Trade
If you fancy trading (car related) at Gathering hit the link and get your info to us. Trade space is limited, so don't miss out.
Media
We're always happy to welcome press and other media to Retro Rides events, if you wish to be considered for press access please fill out the form and let us know what you are about.