NEC SHOW POSTPONED
Just after the last issue of Classics went to print, it was announced that the Classic Motor Show 2020 would not be taking place after all. Show director Lee Masters wrote: 'It is with great sadness that we have decided there is no alternative but to postpone the 2020 edition of the show, despite pulling out all the stops to try and make the annual season finale happen. Having been given the green light by government for organised events to resume from 1st October, we were so excited at the prospect of bringing the community back together, with all our COVID-secure measures in place to create a safe and controlled environment for all involved.
'Although the latest government update hasn’t changed this possibility, it is currently under review and has created uncertainty for both our exhibitors and visitors. Add to this the prospect of local lockdowns still being in place and the communities’ understandable concern about what an indoor event experience will be, even with all the precautions we’re putting in place, we have taken this difficult decision.
'As a team, we are extremely disappointed as we have done everything within our power to try and make it happen. We want to thank all our partners, clubs, exhibitors, visitors and suppliers who have supported our endeavours to bring the show to you this year. We understand that this decision will be a disappointment to many people and look forward to when we can get together again.
' While we won’t be coming together as a motoring community this year within the halls of the NEC, to celebrate the classics we love we will continue to share stories, memories and news across our digital platforms. Silverstone Auctions will also continue as scheduled, and we will be honouring our commitment to help the Sporting Bears Motor Club raise funds for their chosen charities and hope the community will continue to support them as you have done so generously in past years.'
If you have already bought a ticket for this year's show, your options include transferring it to one of Clarion's future events. If you wish to transfer your tickets to Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show 2021, then you don’t need to do anything as your booking will be carried over automatically to the equivalent ticket on the corresponding date next year. See www. necclassicmotorshow.com/tickets