22-07-2025
Popular car festival scrapped just weeks before ‘cherished' event in huge blow to hundreds of drivers
A HUGE car festival held has been cancelled in a huge blow to drivers.
Organisers have blamed the cancellation of the 'cherished'
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The Mount Edgcumbe American & Classic Car show attracts thousands of visitors a year
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However, this year's event has been cancelled
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The Mount Edgcumbe American &
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,
This year's show and summer fair was set to take place on August 3, before it was abruptly cancelled by organisers.
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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 &
'Due to unexpected operational pressures,
'We know how much the show means to our supporters, car enthusiasts, local businesses, and the community — and we share your disappointment.
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"The show is a cherished part of the summer calendar, celebrating stunning
'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.
The news comes after the
The Alfa Romeo GTV Spider took the top spot with its 16-valve four-cylinder engine and stylish design.
Costing just £2000 to buy, the luxury car is both a beloved classic and a bargain.
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The event sees Brits showing off their favourite motors
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