Be inspired to rethink, repair and re-wear by a community of experts and makers.
In this area, you can get expert guidance with workshops and demonstrations related to upcycling and reviving. With a selection of nostalgic and contemporary workshops, you can learn from our specialist makers. Take home your creation and feel connected to upcycling!
Let The Good Times Roll!
It’s definitely time to get the legwarmers out and show off those roller-skating skills on our custom-made rink in RetroFest!
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Due to popular demand, The (not so silent) Silent Disco, is back!
With multiple music channels to choose from, we want to see your best… or worst moves on the floor. We look forward to witnessing your singing skills and, just for fun, let’s give the kids a good laugh too!
When: Daily from 6.00pm - 10.30pm
Pricing: FREE
How: Turn up on the day!
Relive those childhood games. From something active to a game involving your mental capacity, we shall offer them for free to play and enjoy.
Join us for sports day games, including the egg and spoon, and sack races.
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Take the hassle out of getting ready for CarFest. The vintage stylist team from Rockabella Styling are ready to make you vintage glam for the weekend.
Get in touch to pre-book your hair and make-up, appointment NOW! They will also take walk-ins (but there may be a queue!)
PRE-BOOKTake a ride and create special memories in the vintage fairground. Like being at a village fete fair with swingboats, hook a duck and a mini carousel.
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Cars! They bring back memories of our childhood and other life memories. That is why we have a selection of cars from the 1940s to the 1990s, including a Robin Reliant from The Only Fools & Horses, an Alvis TD 21, a Pontiac Star Chief, and a DeLorean DMC-12 from Back to the Future.
Want to know what a real British holiday camp used to be like? Come to the Carry-on Caravaning site. Wander in and marvel at the attention to every little detail within their vintage caravan camping camp!
Our caravaning specialists bring everything you want from a nostalgic holiday: camping chairs, a mini bar, hi-fi, and a massive deck chair for you to relax in.
It’s the 80th anniversary of D-Day! Experience two displays representing WW2 troops: the British Army and the US Army Navy.
Will shall be joined by the brave home guard made famous by the TV series Dad’ Army. See authentic British vehicles and equipment they use and meet some of the characters of the iconic show!
The United States Army Navy and women’s services of WW2 were present prior to D-Day.
Come see various original vehicles and equipment on display to learn about, interact with, and enjoy.
Who loves searching for vintage treasure? Whether you’re a retro darling or searching for vintage homewares, our hand-picked traders have something to tickle every shopper’s fancy.
RetroFest High Street is a chance to take a stroll down memory lane and purchase vintage and retro fashion and furniture from the 1930s and 1990s. Our specialised traders bring affordable and sustainable style to you at CarFest.
Browse our Record Fair, the most extensive record fair we have yet to create. Speak to our specialised collectors and find that rare vinyl you’ve sought.
You may even find that Chaz and Dave album you’ve always wanted.
Come step into a bygone era in our pop-up vintage tearoom. We shall transport our CarFest guests back to the roaring 40s. Take a seat and relax while enjoying a proper brew and a selection of delicious home-made cakes.
