Hellingly Festival of Transport is a show run by Eastbourne Historic Vehicle Club on August Bank Holiday weekend at Broad Farm, Hellingly and has been running since 1976.
- Dates: Saturday, August 23 to Monday, August 25, 2025.
- Time: Gates are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
- Location: Broad Farm, Hellingly (BN27 4DS).
- Tickets: Advanced tickets are available for purchase online.
- Organizer: Eastbourne Historic Vehicle Club Ltd with proceeds going to local causes.
The festival showcases a wide variety of transport through the ages, including:
- Vehicles: Classic and commercial cars, buses, and motorbikes.
- Steam Engines: Vintage rallies, miniature steam engines, and stationary engines.
- Other displays: Military vehicles and tractors.
Family-friendly activities
In addition to the vehicle displays, the festival offers entertainment and attractions for all ages:
- Live entertainment: Arena displays showcase different exhibits throughout the day.
- Food and drink: A large selection of food stalls and a beer tent featuring local brewers.
- Shopping: A market with numerous traders selling everything from crafts to toys.
- Children's attractions: A Punch & Judy show, miniature steam train rides, and amusements.
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