July 2025

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July is often referred to as the heart of summer, a month filled with warmth, sunshine, and an abundance of joyful celebrations (such as car shows). With the summer now in full swing (and dare I say, the longest day now behind us), we have a plethora of events for your delight. But first, a look back: Fathers’ Day at Waverley Abbey was a HUGE success – So much so that they have asked us back for next year and asked if we can make it bigger! So, mark your calendars for Fathers’ Day on 21st June 2026.

And now to July:

July 5th – Elstead Village Fete:

This is a new event where there is no registration requirements (or fee) but the organisers have asked us to indicate the number of vehicles that might attend. If you haven’t already done so, please let Phil or Jeannie know if you would like to come along as it should be a terrific day.

 

July 6th – Godalming Classic Car Show:

Registration is now closed. However more information is available at: https://discovergodalming.co.uk/event/godalming-classic-car-show

 

July 11th – Club Night:

Yes, Club Night at The Fairmile. Come along have a meal and a chat, and bring along your classic if the weather is good.

 

July 12th - Claygate Flower & Village Show:

Information is now available at: https://claygateclassiccarshow.co.uk/ and to register simply email: cars@claygateclassiccarshow.co.uk If you are going, you should have received an email from Tim Lovett (the organiser) which you will need to reply to at the above email address to confirm your attendance.

 

July 17th – Denbies Vineyard:

This event is on a Thursday this year and as with previous years does not require formal registration. The venue does however need to know numbers, so if you have not yet informed us of your intention to attend, please do so ASAP.

 

July 19th – Wood Street Village Show:

We went along to this event for the first time last year, and what a cracking show it was. No formal registration is required but we will need to know numbers, so again, drop us an email or give us a call if you are interested.

 

July 20th – Warlingham Rugby Club:

Registration is now closed, but as this is a popular event, we suspect that many of you will be going along.

 

July 20th – Newdigate Village Day:

This ever popular event can now be booked by emailing graham@lotushistory.co.uk

 

Looking to August, the fun doesn’t stop:

August 3rd – Phyllis Tuckwell Motor Show:

Registration is still open at https://www.pth.org.uk/news-and-events/events/upcoming-events/motor-show/ with a registration fee of £25 for Cars/Campervans/General Vehicles, and £15 for Motorcycles/Scooters. If you are exhibiting, then please arrive from 9am.

 

August 9th – Collectively Camberley Car Show:

Held in Camberley Town Centre from 10am to 4pm all types of vehicle will be showcased in this annual event. Although registration is now closed, this is a very popular event with the residents of Camberley and the surrounding area..

 

August 10th – Cranleigh Lions Car Show and Autojumble:

Always a favourite with the Club, the show opens to the public from 9:30 , so people should aim to arrive in good time given the normal crush to enter the showground. Sadly club registrations closed on 30th June, but we should have a good turnout for this event.

 

August 16th – Capel Village Car and Bike Show:

An extravaganza of Classic Cars and Motorbikes, Flowers & Vegetables, Food and a Bar with a good selection of local ales. There is also an Auto Jumble, Dog Show and local stalls. The show is open from 12 noon to 4pm with a staggered entry time slot based upon how far away you live. Our advice though, is if you are given a late slot, make sure that you get there at the start of that time (or even a little before) as in previous years some of our reserved space has been given up by the marshals. Registration is now closed, but it should be a cracking event.

 

August 24th – Egham Royal Show:

Although the show is held over two days (23rd and 24th August), the club generally only attend the second of the two days. The show opens at 10am & Closes at 5:30pm with loads of fun and entertainment for the whole family. Vintage and pre 1995 classic vehicles can still register at: https://eghamroyalshow.org.uk/vintage-vehicles/ and if you are interested, you can enter your vehicle to be judged by an experienced team.

 

August 25th – Wotton Fete and Picnic in the Park:

Located at The Wotton Hatch, Guildford Rd, Wotton, Dorking, RH5 6QQ, the club will hold its annual Club Picnic on August Bank Holiday Monday and will include a buffet lunch provided by the Club. No formal registration with the venue will be required, however we will need to know numbers to cater for the picnic.

As a side note; in order to assist with reserving space at shows, if you have previously indicated that you are likely to attend and are then unable to do so, it would be helpful if you could let Phil or Jeannie know. If we know how many people are attending each show, this will also help us to park vehicles to show them at their best.

Finally, did you know that 90% of drivers admit to singing in the car – best keep that to ourselves though.

See you all on the 11th July for Club Night.

Jeannie & Phil