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Car Show Origins

Where it all began
The show hasn't always been this big. The original idea - born in the Blue Bell Pub in Maxey - was to find a field nearby where a few local classic car owners could parade their cars amongst their peers rather than have them cooped up in storage all the time.

That first show in August 2001 attracted just over 100 entries, mostly local. The rain held off until the end of the day and the surprising success led the original organisers, Mick Stott and Keith Elliott, to consider a second show the following year.

From such small beginnings the show has increased in size and ambition to become one of the premier car shows in the Eastern Region and a regular diary date for a wide range of car clubs, many of whom make it their principle meeting of the year.

The event has been run and underwritten by the Maxey Charity Club since 2003 and has raised over £50.000 for local charities and other good causes during its 9 year existence - see FAQ No 9, right.
     FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What you want to know
We've tried to anticipate the kind of questions visitors may ask. If you still have a question that we haven't covered here or elsewhere on the site, email us at carshow@maxey.co.uk and we'll do our best to answer it.

Car Show FAQs
 
1.
 Q. Do I need to pre-book for an individual show entry?
A. No, just turn up on the day.
   
2.
 Q. We're a Car Club bringing 5 or more members' cars to the show, do we need to book?
A. Yes. If you plan to bring 5 or more cars we need advance notification to be able to place you together on our show plan. Less than 5 members of a club - please enter as individuals. However, if you do not arrive together we cannot guarantee you will be parked up in a group.
   
3.
 Q. How much does it cost to get in?
A. The admission price for adults, either on foot, or as a passenger in a car (whether entered in the show are not) is £3.00. U14s will be admitted free.
The driver of a car entered into the show will also gain free entry.
   
4.
 Q. What time should I get there?
A.

The gates open at 9.30 am and the show starts at 11.00 am. For cars entered in the show an earlier arrival is best, giving our stewards ample time to direct you to the show area parking.

For visitors to the show any time during the show should be fine.
Please note that the busiest time is usually between 10.00 am and 12 noon - some queues may occur.

 
5.
 Q. When does the show finish?
A. In previous years most visitors and show entrants have departed by 5.30/6.00 pm.
   
6.
 Q. Will the show still run if it's raining?
A. Yes. The show goes on - rain or shine.
     
7.
 Q. What about parking?
  A. We have excellent parking facilities for visitors and exhibitors alike. Please do not park on the village High Street, or anywhere along Quarry Lane unless requested to do so by a show marshall. Once inside the show ground you will be directed to the official parking area.
   
8.
 Q. Who organises the car show?
A. The car show is organised and underwritten by the Maxey Charity Club - a not-for-profit group located in the village of Maxey. We also have a considerable number of sponsors and volunteers who give either their time, facilities or equipment free or at reduced cost to ensure that the show is presented in a professional manner. Please see our links page for full details.
   
9.
 Q. Where does the money go that gets raised from the event?
A.

Over the nine years that the show has been run it has raised over £11,300 which has been distributed by the Charity Club - along with money from other events run in the village each year - to many local charitable concerns and other good causes.

Including donations already to hand from events run in the 2009/10 season the Charity Club has raised in excess of £50,000 since its inception in 1998.
     
10.0 Q. Can I use a BBQ at the event?
  A. For safety reasons BBQs are not permitted.
     
11.0 Q. Can I bring my dog to the show?
  A. Yes. However, it must be kept on a lead at all times.
   
 
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