We’re looking ahead to the biggest and best Blue Oval event in Europe. That’s right, Ford Fair 2024 returns to Silverstone on August 11th, and it’s shaping up to be another fantastic celebration of all things Ford.
Club car spaces now SOLD OUT!
All available club car spaces at Ford Fair 2024 have been sold. You can still purchase a Public Ticket and park in the public car parks – don’t forget to add a Public Car Parking pass for each car parking in the public car parks.
Don’t miss the biggest and best Blue Oval show of the year!
With over 4,000 cars on display and 18,000 guests attending last year, Ford Fair is the must-attend event for Blue Oval fans. With modern Fords on display, concours Cortina’s to feisty Fiestas, from all over the UK and beyond there is enough to keep everyone interested. There’s so much variety in the Ford scene, and this is the show that brings all that variety together.
This year, Ford Fair is proud to announce Laird Performance as Headline Partners. Laird Performance is a leading Ford tuning software development centre, specialising in the range of EcoBoost engines and how to effectively maximise their potential. The guys from Laird Performance will be out in force with a selection of demo and customers cars on display – both on and off the the track – as well as being on hand to answer any questions you might have, or just generally talk all things fast Ford!
Here are some of the best bits to look forward to at Ford Fair 2024!
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60 Years of Mustang
2024 marks 60 years since Ford’s famous pony car first made an appearance at the World’s Fair in 1964. Since then it’s become an icon, synonymous wioth fast Fords all over the world. To celebrate the anniversary, Ford Fair has a dedicated Mustang display from the Simply Mustangs club. Prepare to be blown away by the sight – and epic thunderous V8 soundtrack! – of a display of over 100 Mustangs all in the same place!
Forming part of the Mustang display area will be Academy Motorsport, Nemesis UK, and Ford Fair’s lubricant partner, Liqui Moly. Here you’ll find some of the best Mustangs of the entire show, including a track-spec S550 as well as the very latest S650 Mustang GT4 race cars! And if that wasn’t enough, current British GT4 Champion, Erik Evans, will be on hand to sign autographs and chat to fans about his racing and the incredible Mustang race car!
Check out the GT4 race Mustangs here:
Clubs & Ford Displays
Attracting the very best Blue Ovals in the country, the club and special displays at Ford Fair are like no other. With an estimated 4000 club cars on display, Ford Fair is undoubtedly the biggest gathering of Fords anywhere in the UK! Clubs always have been, and always will be, the beating heart of Ford Fair and without them, the show wouldn’t be what it is today.
You can expect to see hundreds of different clubs on show at Ford Fair 2024, including various model-specific clubs, and regional and national branches of wider groups too. Plus, there are always cool displays from online and social media groups too. And they all come together in one incredible venue for a true celebration of all things Ford. Make sure you take time to wander around the different displays and gaze at the marvellous Blue Ovals on show.
CLUB CARS SPACES NOW SOLD OUT!
Club Awards
As usual, we will be awarding our loyal clubs for their efforts, the quality of cars on display, and overall impression by offering a chance to win one of several club awards. This year, our judges will be looking for the Best Club Stand, Best Regional Club, and Best Classic Club.
Club Hero Award
Does your club have an outstanding member that deserves recognition for their efforts!? Then the Club Hero Awards is ideal! This award gives the club members the chance to nominate an exceptional individual in your club. Whether they quietly make things happen in the background, or if they are proactive member that is effectively the face of your club, we want to hear about them and their achievements.
To nominate please include:
- Club name
- Your name
- Your contact details
- Nominee name
- Nominee contact details
- The reason they deserve to win
Announcements and prize-giving will take place at the show.
NOMINATE YOUR CLUB HERO TODAY!
Top Ten Rosettes
There’s always loads of cool cars on display at Ford Fair, and this year asked our expert team of editors to comb through all the cars on display at the show looking for their top ten fast Fords. They will be on the hunt for just ten of the very best cars to catch their eye, and each one will receive a rosette to commend their efforts.
Special Display
The club scene is a huge part of Ford Fair, but not all fantastic Fords are part of a club. Fear not, these stunning machines still get to show-off, forming the Special Display. Here, you’ll find a diverse mix of beautiful Blue Ovals on show, from Ford owners that belong to wider car clubs in general, members of groups that aren’t displaying elsewhere at the show, or simply mavericks who are happy doing their own thing and going solo. This display gives those owners a chance to show off their fast Fords that would otherwise be resigned to the general car park! And cars like these deserve to be a part of the show!
SPECIAL DISPLAY SPACES NOW SOLD OUT!
Drift Kings
Get ready to witness motorsport mastery at its finest as Britain’s top drifters make their way to Ford Fair Silverstone this year! At the renowned home of racing, you can watch these drift kings push their skills and vehicles in pursuit of greatness. They’ll be navigating through legendary corners such as Brooklands and Luffield – all whilst reaching speeds over 100mph on Wellington Straight. This is an event not just for petrolheads but anyone who appreciates awe-inspiring automotive skill – stay tuned for more news on driver lineups so that you don’t miss it!
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Experience the Thrill of Drift Taxis at Ford Fair 2024
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping experience at Ford Fair 2024 with the introduction of Drift Taxis! Join seasoned professionals for an exhilarating ride, fully immersing yourself in the heart-stopping world of drifting. Feel the rush as you sit in the passenger seat of a purpose-built drift machine, with tyres screeching and smoke filling the air. Britain’s top drifters, with years of experience, will navigate hairpin bends and execute perfect drifts, ensuring a thrilling yet safe experience.
To secure your spot, pre-book your Drift Taxi ride today for only £35, saving £5 on advanced bookings. With 220 slots available throughout the day, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of the action. Book now to secure your ride.
Street Elite
Want to take centre stage at the Ford Fair? Want to take home the prize of the Ford Fair Street Elite winner? Sponsored by detailing gurus Auto Finesse, Street Elite is a hand-picked selection of the best Blue Ovals in the country. These top Fords come together to form one of the most impressive displays at the entire event!
The hand-selected few will have the opportunity to be part of Street Elite competition live at the show. On the day, our judges – along with the experts at Auto Finesse – will pick their top three cars of the display, with the winner taking home the trophy and bragging rights.
Reckon your Ford has got what it takes?
Track Action
With the famous Silverstone National Circuit in full swing all day, now’s the chance to get out on track in your very own fast Ford!
Driving on Track
Held at the Home of British Motorsport, it’s no surprise that track action always plays a huge part at Ford Fair. Once again the track is open to the public, giving you the opportunity to take to the hallowed tarmac in your very own fast Ford and follow in the wheel tracks of some of motorsport’s greatest ever drivers.
Track time is sold in advance and often sells out, so be sure to book your track time early!
Passengers can join the fun too! All-day passenger passes are available to buy for just £10. All passengers will also need a crash helmet, so if you don’t have a spare, you’ll need to hire one. Head to the pit garages next to Race Control for more info.
Watching the Track Action
If you’re not taking to the track in your own car, then sit back and enjoy watching the adrenaline-filled action as it comes thick and fast throughout the day. As well as the public track time there will be dedicated sponsor sessions and classic-only sessions too.
The track action is always exciting at Ford Fair and is the perfect entertainment while you rest your legs after walking around the rest of the show. Pitch up in the grandstands or on the grass banking, and witness some of best Blue Ovals in the country on one of the world’s most famous race tracks.
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Classic Fords
It’s not all about latest models at Ford Fair 2024, check out the Classic Zone too. The Classic Zone is an area dedicated to the fast Fords from by-gone days. Here, you will find a host of classic Ford car clubs and all manner of retro Blue Ovals on display. Heading up the Classic Zone is the Classic Ford magazine stand, with a selection of past, present, and future features cars on display. Naturally, as magazine-featured motors these classic Fords will be among the best anywhere at the entire show.
As well as admiring some of the finest classic Fords on show, you’ll also be able to take home a latest copy of Classic Ford magazine, pick up any back issues you may have missed, or take advantage of some show-exclusive offers, including discounted magazine subscriptions.
Ford Magazines
The biggest magazines in the Ford tuning scene, Fast Ford and Classic Ford, will of course be at the heart of Ford Fair 2024.
Classic Ford Magazine
Classic Ford is a monthly magazine for proper old-school petrol heads. Packed with everything from the best modified feature cars and in-depth tech features to the latest products to hit the shelves and the best classic Ford shows and events, Classic Ford is the magazine for all retro Ford enthusiasts.
It’s not just all engine rebuilds though; readers want to get involved in the scene around their classic Fords and enjoy using and having a laugh in their cars. Classic Ford gives you all this and more in one monthly package. If you want to buy a copy of the magazine the Classic Ford stand is the place to be. In addition to single copies, you will also be able to take advantage of some of the fantastic offers exclusive to the show. Grab the latest issue or pick up a back issue of any copies you might have missed. Better still, take advantage of the show-exclusive subscription offers. Head to the mag stand for full details.
BUY THE LATEST CLASSIC FORD MAG HERE!
Fast Ford Magazine
The UK’s number one Ford tuning magazine, Fast Ford, returns to Ford Fair, and they’re bringing along some of the very best cars in the country. Found right at the heart of the show, you can’t miss the formidable Fast Ford stand. With a stunning array of hand-picked past, present, and future magazine feature cars, the Fast Ford stand always boasts some of the most impressive Blue Ovals you’ll find anywhere at the show. The display covers all corners of the fast Ford scene. Old and new, with everything from crazy-power street machines, through show-stoppers and B-road blasters, to full-on track weapons all on display in one place.
The Fast Ford stand is always buzzing with activity, with many familiar faces from the magazine floating around too. Plus, there’s a cool selection of magazines, collector’s edition bookazines, T-shirts and branded goodies available to purchase too.
BUY THE LATEST FAST FORD MAG HERE!
Retail Village
The Retail Village at Ford Fair 2024 offers Blue Oval owners the chance to bag themselves a real bargain. Inside the huge area dedicated to traders and exhibitors you’ll find everything you could ever need for your fast Ford. From performance upgrades, to styling products, to hard-to-source accessories, and even Ford-based clothing, plus loads more!
Within the Retail Village, you’ll find our Lubricant Partner, LIQUI MOLY. Renowned for their high-quality motor oils and additives, LIQUI MOLY products are engineered to enhance performance and protect your Ford’s engine. Whether you’re cruising in a classic Cortina or pushing the limits in a feisty Fiesta, LIQUI MOLY’s innovative solutions ensure optimal lubrication and reliability for every project. See them at Ford Fair 2024 and discover why LIQUI MOLY is the choice for Ford enthusiasts.
So, whether you want to track down that specific part you’ve been looking for, have a hunt for the latest bargains, book your Blue Oval in for a complete makeover, or just talk to the leading lights in the fast Ford scene for sound advice, the Retail Village is the place to head. Be sure to check it out!
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Entry Photographs
What better way to remember Ford Fair 2024 than with a cool photo of you arriving at the show? Pro snappers from Photography UK will be perched at all entrances, capturing every single car that enters the show. Therefore, your Blue Oval is guaranteed to be photographed! If you’re heading on track, you can get a photo of your fast Ford on the famous National Circuit too. Photography UK will also be capturing professional images of each and every car as they complete their flying laps. If you’re on track, Photography UK will be sure to have a photo of you!
Head to the Photography UK stand in the Retail Village. Here, you can browse all images to spot your car on arrival or on track. Photography UK’s on-site printing facilities means you can purchase a copy to take home there and then.
But don’t worry if you’re too busy enjoying the rest of the show. All images will be available to view and purchase on their website after the show at www.photography-uk.com.
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