The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show with Discovery at the Birmingham NEC has been postponed until 2021.

With the current measures imposed by the UK government it has been impossible for show organisers and clubs to plan for an ever changing set of rules.

Show Director Lee Masters explains: “The current Covid-19 climate has created uncertainty for both our exhibitors and visitors. With the weeks now counting down towards our open date we have taken the difficult decision to postpone this year’s event.

“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 who eagerly await the Classic Motor Show each year and look forward to when we can get together again.”

If you have already bought tickets for this year’s show, then there are options available. You can transfer tickets to next year’s Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show or the Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show in March 2021. There is a FAQ page for more details.

Car clubs will be required to submit space requests for 2021, all stands and sponsorship bookings will automatically be transferred. 

Lee added “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 with what is due to be their biggest and best sale yet. We also 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.”

Sad news, but things will be better next year.