Popular car festival scrapped just weeks before ‘cherished' event in huge blow to hundreds of drivers

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4 days ago

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A HUGE car festival held has been cancelled in a huge blow to drivers.
Organisers have blamed the cancellation of the 'cherished' motor event, which sees thousands of attendants each year, on 'operational pressures'.
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The Mount Edgcumbe American & Classic Car show attracts thousands of visitors a year
Credit: Facebook/Mount Edgcombe House and Country Park
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However, this year's event has been cancelled
Credit: Facebook/Mount Edgcombe House and Country Park
The Mount Edgcumbe American & Classic Car show sees attendants from all over the UK sharing their love for motors.
Over 900 cars take place every year, with 100 stalls springing up to sell jewellery clothes and food and drinks.
There is also a licensed bar, bouncy castles, fairground rides as well as incredible family friendly entertainment.
This year's show and summer fair was set to take place on August 3, before it was abruptly cancelled by organisers.
The show is held by Cornwall Hospice Care who said that 'operational pressures' led to the cancellation of the event.
A spokesperson for the charity said: "We're very sorry to announce that this year's Mount Edgcumbe American & Classic Car Show & Summer Fayre, which was due to take place on Sunday, August 3, 2025, has been cancelled.
'Due to unexpected operational pressures, Cornwall Hospice Care have made the difficult decision to withdraw from this year's event which sadly means the event must be cancelled.
'We know how much the show means to our supporters, car enthusiasts, local businesses, and the community — and we share your disappointment.
"The show is a cherished part of the summer calendar, celebrating stunning classic and American vehicles in a truly iconic setting.
'This much-loved event not only brings people together but also plays an important role in raising funds for the specialist care provided by Cornwall Hospice Care and supporting the valuable work of The Friends of Mount Edgcumbe Country Park."
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The spokesperson for the Cornwall Hospice Care added that the charity's team will be in touch with anyone who has already booked a ticket or stall for the event.
Also, they have confirmed that Mount Edgcumbe Classic Car Show & Summer Fayre is set to go ahead next year.
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