Plan a day out on Sunday 7th July to celebrate the past and examine classic cars, yachts and motorboats on The Parade in Cowes. There will be displays by famous aircraft and yachts and free entertainment surrounded by a food stall and the many pubs, clubs and restaurants in Cowes.
Nearly 60 classic cars spanning over 8 decades will be taking part including a 1932 Rolls Royce a glorious 2007 Aston Martin, and a recreation of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Fascinating yachts and motorboats will be moored on Trinity Landing. Meet the owners and explore their stories, and join in the “People’s Choice” – nominate your favourites and receive a special discount at selected shops in Cowes.
Throughout the day you can enjoy a Harley Davison motorbike drive past, live music from Harriet Jane, a classic-era fairground arcade machine a Spitfire display and a high-speed WW2 Motor Gun Boat sail past.
Visitors will enjoy this special day in the heart of Cowes supported by Cowes Town Council and organised by the Royal London Yacht Club. You can find out more at https://www.cowesclassicsweek.org/classicsday
Travel partners Red Funnel Ferries have created a special travel offer to get to Cowes, with reduced price day returns from Southampton and a discount on car ferry bookings. Click here for details. https://www.redfunnel.co.uk/cowesclassicsday
The Royal London Yacht Club are offering a very special classic English Afternoon Tea in their elegant Regency clubhouse. Guests will enjoy a sumptuous selection of sandwiches, scones and cakes with their tea with optional English Sparkling Wine overlooking The Parade. For a combined package of Redjet day-return tickets and Afternoon Tea, book at cowesclassicsweek.org/classicsday/classics-day-afternoon-tea/ or phone the Royal London Yacht Club on 01983 299727.
Cowes Classic Day marks the start of Cowes Classics Week. To add to the spectacle over 100 classic yachts including Metre Yachts, Old Gaffers, Darings, Dragons, Sunbeams, Swallows and XODs will be on the water preparing for racing on Monday morning.
“Cowes Classic Day is now in its third year on The Parade. We are delighted it continues to grow and attract car enthusiasts from the island and beyond.” Comments Brian Howard, Organising Team of Cowes Classic Day. “We look forward to welcoming visitors to a full day of activities”.
