In photos: Hundreds of classic car owners gather in Southend for car show
Southchurch Park, Southend played host to a classic car show yesterday July 27, put together by South Eastern Vintage and Classic Vehicle Club and bringing other cars clubs from across the county together.
Vintage - Classic cars arrived at Southchurch Park, Southend. (Image: Richard Turner)
The park was the final destination of a London to Southend circuit run, where car owners convoyed from Fairlop Waters Country Park in Ilford to Southchurch Park as the final destination for the car show.
The South Eastern Vintage and Classic Vehicle Club hosts this annual pilgrimage to Southend, with variations on the final destination of the car show changing each year.
Run - The cars drove in convoy from London to Southend. (Image: Richard Turner)
Drivers headed out onto the winding lanes of the Essex countryside, covering approximately 50 miles before dropping down on to Southend on Sea.
The event was sponsored by Atspeed Classic Engine Tuning and Elite Mot Ltd, supported by Essex based funeral directors T. Cribb and Sons.
Gathering - The event attracted many to check out the wheels. (Image: Richard Turner)
The event brought together vehicles from across the 20th century, in addition to some more modern yet quirky models.
It was open to all vehicles, including cars, bikes, light goods and military age 25 and older.
Variety - The car show brought together a wide range of vehicles. (Image: Richard Turner) Canvey Island Classic Car Owners Club was one of the car clubs in attendance, joining with other car groups from across the county.
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Retro - Cars from a bygone age were on display. (Image: Richard Turner)
For more information on how to get involved with classic car events in south Essex, visit www.essexclassicvehicles.co.uk.
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