Gloucestershire Vintage and Country Extravaganza

Steam, Swing and Three Days at the Airfield

South Cerney Airfield hosts one of Gloucestershire's best family weekends of the year — the Vintage & Country Extravaganza, run by the Stroud Vintage Transport & Engine Club and now past its half-century.

The draw is scale: thousands of vehicles across every category from full-size steam engines and traction engines to classic cars, military transport, vintage caravans and pre-war motorcycles. Two live arenas run non-stop parades and demonstrations — the Alec Tanner Arena for two and four wheels, the Steam Playpen for engines under pressure. The Animal & Countryside Arena adds falconry, ferret racing, shire horses and a Fun Dog Show supporting Teckels Animal Shelter.

The 18-piece Midwest Big Band heads a music lineup that also includes Josie and The Radio Tones and Swing Dance lessons,retro fashion shows and a vintage hair demonstration. A 1940s-themed tea room, artisan food zone and 10gaps. Free vintage busrides around the showground are included — and vintage connecting services run to Cirencester and Kemblive in period style.

Friday adult £9 advance 13.50 advance (£15 gate); children 5–15 £4.50; under-5s free.

Friday 31 July – Sunday 2nd August · South Cerney Airfield, South Cerney, Gloucestershire GL7 5QD · All day