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Over 500 vintage cars, commercial vehicles and motorbikes will be parading through the grounds of Leighton Hall, in Lancashire next month.

The 9th annual Leighton Hall Classic Car and Motorcycle Show takes place at the home of Mr and Mrs Gillow Reynolds, on Sunday 8th July 2007 from 10am – 4pm.

Individual enthusiasts proudly displaying their fabulous classic cars, will be joined by many car clubs for a day of motoring nostalgia amongst the trade stands, exhibits and auto jumble.

Wonderfully restored cars ranging from early Model T fords, magnificent Rolls Royce’s, Jaguars and Sunbeams, sit alongside breath taking Aston Martins, as well as old favourites like Vauxhall, Minis and Morris Minors. There’ll be appearances by vintage tractors and stationery engines as well as a big selection of MGs driving through the gates.

The cars are positioned perfectly on the terrace at the front of the hall, whilst a good selection of pre and post war motorbikes, grace the surrounding lawns.

With running commentaries, a selection of the vintage vehicles will be driven round the arena area, at various times in the afternoon. There’s also plenty of competitions and prizes for exhibitors.

Now in its 9th year, this hugely popular event gives patrons chance to really get up close to these wonderful vehicles, and rummage through the vast auto jumble, whilst the enthusiasts get to dust off their “pride and joys” and drive them to the show. More than 3,000 visitors are expected at the show, which is one of 17 events being organised by Woodward Automotives during 2007.

Mark Woodward, the shows organiser said, “I always look forward to this particular show. The magnificent Leighton Hall is the perfect backdrop for all the beautifully restored cars. It’s a great opportunity to talk to lots of enthusiasts and watch the vehicles driving down through the parkland. It’s a bit like stepping back in time, seeing the classic cars parked outside the house!”

Admission includes access to Leighton’s grounds, gardens, parkland and birds of prey aviaries. House tours are available at a small additional charge. There are also light refreshments available from Leighton’s charming tearoom.

Exhibitor entries (at £2.50 each) close on Friday 29th June 2007. For further information on taking part, contact Mark Woodward on 01253 407779 or 07768 741610.

The show is open from 10am – 4pm on Sunday 8th July 07. Easy to find Leighton Hall, near Carnforth is well signposted on the A6 between Lancaster and Kendal, Admission prices are: Adults / OAPS £5.00 Children £2.50. Plenty of free parking available.

The public inquiry into the Heysham M6 road link announced in February will begin on July 3 and will last approximately 24 days. The exact venue has yet to be announced but will be in Morecambe or Lancaster.

For more than thirty years, the Cumbria Steam & Vintage Vehicle Society has been bringing together vintage and steam vehicles from across the world for one massive summer event, just outside Grange over Sands. This year the 2007 Cumbria Steam Gathering is as huge as ever with more than 1,200 classic exhibits, a traditional fair, displays, specialist caterers and crafts.

Held on 28th and 29th July 2007 on Cark Airfield, Flookburgh, the Cumbria Steam Gathering is a colourful and noisy weekend summer event that has a whole host of entertainment, with majestic steam ploughing engines and commercial vehicles of yesterday, as well as hundreds of classic transport favourites like motorcycles, bicycles and stationary engines. This family day out also has plenty to keep the children entertained with a Punch and Judy show, magic shows and the traditional fairground (which boasts a huge 60 year old wooden helter skelter).

A popular highlight are the arena displays. Two arena areas bring a constant parade of vintage treasures and brilliant shows along with fantastic commentary. Witness wrestling from the Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling team, ploughing demonstrations and amazing kite flying displays. For the more adventurous, there’s the opportunity to drive a traction engine and even have a ride in a helicopter!

This year’s headlining entertainment is the Kangaroos Gymnastic Display Team. These gymnasts are recognised as one of the leading gymnastic teams in Europe and hold many world records. Elsewhere, crowds of families will be enjoying the wonderful sheep display from charismatic New Zealander, Richard Savory, exciting chain saw carving displays and this year sees the return of the only travelling Wall of Death.

Tim Holt from Hutton Roof near Carnforth was one of the club’s founding members. He was chief steward at the very first Cumbria Steam Gathering and is now the event’s main organiser heading a team of 10 which themselves lead almost 500 volunteers.

Tim said “My enthusiasm for this wonderful event has never waned, even after all these years. I am very excited to welcome the French Market, which will be here for the first time this year. It promises to be a fantastic weekend with marquees full of working models, fascinating automobilia enthusiasts who are happy to be sharing their collections with other enthusiasts, and regular favourites like the huge craft tent with demonstrations throughout the weekend.”

With full facilities for the disabled and many different catering outlets, including cuisines from around the world, healthy offers, Made in Cumbria food stands and fully licensed bar areas, the Cumbria Steam Gathering is the perfect way to taste the sights, sounds and smells of a nostalgic family day in Cumbria.

Cumbria Steam Gathering takes place from 9.30am – 6pm on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th July 2006, at Cark Airfield, Flookburgh. Car parking is free.

Admission prices are: Adults £10, Senior Citizens £7 and accompanied children under 16 are free. For further information call 015242 71584.

Morecambe’s Tourist Information Centre reopens today after a £48,000 refurbishment. It’s situated in the Old Station Buildings, next to The Platform centre. Throughout the 2 month closure, its services were handled by the Lancaster Tourist Information Centre.

Nationwide North side Lancaster City have gone into administration due to inability to pay its debts. The club currently sits at the bottom of the division and may now be hit further by the standard 10 point penalty usually dished out to clubs that enter into administration.

Heysham, a coastal village near Lancaster, has walked away with the gold medal at the international Nations in Bloom competition. The annual horticultural award honours areas that make great use of flowers and plants. The village also won the regional North West in Bloom competition for Best Small Village.

The 8th Lancaster Jazz Festival will kick off on Thursday 14 September. The 4-day event will feature a programme of local and internationally known acts performing at various venues around the city. There will be free open air performances at the weekend on Market Square and Sun Square.

The Vue Cinema in Lancaster is now open. The multiplex is situated on Church Street and is owned by Vue Entertainment, the largest multiplex operator in the UK.