HOWDEN CLASSICS AT PRESCOTT
8-9 May 2027
The 24th Annual Classics at Prescott event run by Winchcombe Rotary Club will once again be held in Spring 2027 taking place at the home of the Bugatti Owners' Club, the Prescott Hill Climb. We welcome this year Howden as our Primary Sponsor. This event is organised and operated totally by volunteers and raises money for Rotary supported charities. Over the years it has raised over £450,000 as well as providing a great day out for Classic Car enthusiasts.
About the event
Many thanks to everyone who took part in our 2026 event. We were once again spoilt by great whether, bumper attendance and no serious incidents. Over 200 cars took on the Hill and we are always amazed by the diversity of cars, and their owners, who attend our event and we are very grateful. We switched the start point of our Saturday Tour to the grounds of Sudeley Castle which gave us even more opportunity to expand this ever popular tour. The new venue worked really well with much more space and an expanded catering offering. The route was again modified and credit to the planning team who work really hard to keep the tour fresh. The main event on Sunday once again raised substantial funds for Rotary supported Charities and the cumulative total of monies generated for charity from the event is now in excess of £450,000. We were grateful that we had only a couple of minor excursions into the gravel so everything ran to plan.
For the 2027 event we are pleased to welcome Howden as our primary sponsor and we will be working with them to make our event even more special. We have unfortunately been forced into increasing entry prices across the board for 2027 as our running costs have significantly increased over the past 2-3 years. We will continue to do our best however to make our event the best value for money we can. The event continues to be planned and managed totally by unpaid volunteers including increased support from The Rotary Club of Bishops Cleeve and several Friends of Rotary to whom we are most grateful.
Entry Rules
The 2027 event will run on similar lines to recent years with a Tour on Saturday and the main event at Prescott on the Sunday. Qualification for any of the activities is unchanged, cars must be aged 25 years or greater. They must be road legal i.e., taxed, appropriately insured and MOT'd. Checks are made to ensure cars are road legal to meet our licence requirements. Drivers must hold a full driving licence. Drivers and Passengers who participate in the Hill Climb must also obtain a Motorsport UK licence details of which will be given on application to take part. Exceptions will be made to the 25 year age rule for interesting younger vehicles at the organisers discretion.
Applications from Classic Car Clubs are also very welcome
We continue to be focused on providing a great day out for Classic Car enthusiasts and raising funds for Rotary Supported Charities and your support over the years is much appreciated.
Saturday 8th May Classic Cotswold Tour
On Saturday 8th May we will plan a picturesque tour around the Cotswolds. The tour is open to individual classic cars or groups. The tour starts from a location where pre tour refreshments can be obtained prior to taking on a circular route around the Cotswolds and returning to Winchcombe area. The distance is about 80 miles and the tour guide provided will make suggestions about suitable stop off points along the way. This creates the opportunities to pause at a number of interesting beauty spots and catering opportunities.
Sunday 9th May Howden Classics at Prescott
The main event takes place on Sunday when from 10am the paddock entries will start their hill runs. When not on the hill these lovely classic cars will be parked in the paddock and can be viewed at close quarters. At the same time there will be a static display of interesting and unusual classic cars in the orchard
Come along as a Spectator
Come along as a spectator to the main event on Sunday, gates are open to spectators from 9am and at 10am the paddock entries will start their hill runs.
The Prescott site provides great viewing opportunities across all parts of the track and there is plenty of on-site catering available from the Bugatti Clubhouse or, bring a picnic.
There is ample car parking on site. The entry Fee £25 which includes car parking and entry driver and passengers. You can pay on the day or pre-book on the website
Unfortunately dogs are not allowed anywhere on site.
OUR SPONSORSAND SUPPORTERS
A Big Thank You
Many thanks to all of our sponsors and supporters who not only contribute to the success of the event but also make the day even more interesting. Here are links to their individual websites.
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