The ever-popular Pied Piper Classic Cars & Family Day returns in June 2026, bringing the stunning private grounds of Highnam Court to life with a packed programme of entertainment.
The event, now in its 16th year, is held in aid of the charity the Pied Piper Appeal – with this year's event dedicated to the memory of Nick Broady, former chair of the charity and the original founder of the show, with organisers hoping this year's show will exceed last year's 3,000 visitor numbers to raise more than £40,000 for sick and disabled children in the county.
What's on at Pied Piper Classic Cars & Family Day 2026?
Taking place on Sunday 14 June 2026, for one-day-only visitors can expect to see hundreds of classic cars lining the venue's stunning lawns, situated in front of the lakes. While there will also be vintage bikes to admire and an array of Gloucestershire Police vehicles too – always proving a particular highlight for younger visitors.
Enjoy music and entertainment on Highnam Court's traditional bandstand, with performances from the Rock Choir, Got 2 Sing Choir, Belmont School Choir, Kevin's Magic Show and the Gloucestershire Troopers – avid Star Wars fan who bring their lifelike costumes to special events.
Visitors will also have the chance to wander around the 50 acres of beautiful gardens, not normally open to members of the public – which are at their stunning best in June. Soak up the green spaces, new wood carvings, oriental gardens, woodlands and lakes, with the highlight being over 6,500 roses blooming in the gardens.
Visit the orangery for teas and cakes, with food and drink vans also providing an array of refreshments - including Greek street food.
What else can visitors expect at the Pied Piper Classic Cars & Family Day 2026?
The line-up of family fun goes on and on, including a human fruit machine and 'Colour-Me-Car'; attendance from Brookthorpe Farm and their petting menagerie of animals - including pigs, sheep and a donkey; there's steam engine rides, go karts, bouncy castles and ball games too.
This year will also see an extended range of retail stalls with car memorabilia, bric-a-brac, face painting and pottery; the Big Show Raffle will include a host of great prizes with all proceeds going to Pied Piper; while the 2026 sculpture trail includes new cobra and peacock additions.
How much are tickets for the Pied Piper Classic Cars & Family Day 2026?
Tickets cost £15 for adults, free for under 16s. For more information and to book, visit piedpiperappeal.co.uk/classic-car-show-2026. Dogs are permitted on a short lead.
