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‘Rustival’ returns for its fourth event at The British Motor Museum

26th February 2026

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The British Motor Museum tells us:

(All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum).

Rustival returns for its fourth event at the British Motor Museum on Saturday 18 April. Known by many as the ‘UK’s friendliest car show’, this family friendly event is a celebration of all vehicles, from car, commercial, bus and bike, and their enthusiasts! From clapped out to Concours – if it’s got wheels, it is welcome at Rustival!

The show, which is hosted by YouTubers Ian and Carly from HubNut, Matt from Furious Driving and Steph from idriveaclassic, invites people to bring their beloved motor and their friends and family to join the display of hundreds of vehicles from every decade of motoring.

The show will feature hundreds of display cars, talks from motoring YouTubers, and Ask the Experts, where visitors can chat with industry experts and get professional automotive guidance free of charge, brilliant displays from clubs and enthusiast groups, demos and pop ups from industry professionals, creator space, interactive activities plus plenty of Rustival, HubNut, Furious Driving and idriveaclassic merchandise available to buy. There will also be special guests and traders in attendance.

The jewel in the crown of the event, Friendship Corner, is back for another show by overwhelming demand. This is a meet up spot where visitors can enjoy socialising with other attendees, make new friends and meet people they chat with online.

Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum, commented, “We’re delighted to welcome back Rustival for the fourth time where every vehicle is welcome regardless of age, condition, marque or styling! The family-friendly event is also accommodating to those with access needs. We look forward to hosting another successful event in April!”

Vehicle exhibitor tickets cost just £13 per adult and include entry for the car and a driver. Exhibitor passenger tickets cost £13 per adult and £7 per child. Tickets give admission to the show, Museum and Collections Centre.

Museum entry is just £18 for adults in advance or £21 on the day, £16 for concessions in advance or £19 on the day, £9 for children (5-16 years) in advance or £10 on the day and under 5s are FREE. There is also the option to Gift Aid or donate your entry fee and get an Annual Pass in return at no extra cost. To find out more information about the show, please call 01926 895300 or visit the website at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/rustival

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