Road run heralds steam weekend

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Traction steam engines, vintage cars, motorcycles, and a myriad of agricultural machines from past and present take centre stage at the ever-popular Weald of Kent Steam Rally which takes place this weekend, August 5-6, at Little Engeham Farm, Woodchurch.

Preceding the rally, a number of traction engines, tractors and vintage vehicles will take part in a road-run around the local lanes to promote the event. They will arrive at Bilsington Priory (TN25 7AU) about 1pm for a lunch stop where the public are invited to meet the drivers and enjoy all the sights and sounds of steam. Refreshments and a bar will be available from 12:30pm.

Steam stars and vintage cars will join a road run to Bilsington Priory on Friday lunchtime

Designed as a ‘traditional’ gathering and exhibition of steam, the Weald of Kent Rally boasts the largest collection of traction, wagon, roller, and portable engines in the south east. Over 40 full-size traction engines and a railway locomotive from the Kent and East Sussex Railway will be on display, along with 75 scale steam engines and over 200 classic cars, commercial vehicles, tractors, and motorcycles.

The Weald of Kent Steam Rally at Little Engeham Farm, Woodchurch

A vintage fair, trade stalls, horse and carriage, military hardware and a vintage working area will all add extra value to a unique family day out. Bill Giles, organiser of the rally said: “In the days before hi-viz and plastic tape, I remember steam as being a huge adventure and a fantastic social interaction for a young person. Rallies were a central focus for owners to come together and show off their pride and joy. I created the Weald of Kent Rally in an attempt to hark back to how I remember them from my childhood. From the huge numbers of people who have attended in recent years, I think a lot of people feel much as I do.”

The Weald of Kent Steam Rally is open from 10am – 5pm this Saturday and Sunday, August 5-6, at Little Engeham Farm, Woodchurch, TN26 3QY.

Due to a lack of 4G connectivity, entry and beer tent is cash only.

Pay at gate £10 adults, £5 children and senior citizens.

Full information: https://wealdofkentsteamrally.co.uk/

Image Credits: Chris Lawson .

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