Tractor Fest, the UK's largest festival dedicated to tractors and stationary engines, will return this summer where it will open its gates to thousands of enthusiasts and visitors.
Taking place at Newby Hall, near Ripon, Tractor Fest will host more than 1,000 vintage and modern tractors, 600 stationary engines as well as commercial vehicles, cars, trucks and motorcycles.
This year's fest will celebrate 100 years of the iconic John Deere Model D Tractor. Manufactured between 1923 and 1953, the steel-wheeled Model D enjoyed the longest production run of any of the green and yellow manufacturer's tractors.
More than 159,000 Ds were manufactured, with different variations and improvements coming throught the years of production. The first Ds came equipped with a two-cylinder engine with an open spoke flywheel and these early tractors came to be known as ‘spoker’ Ds.
These spoked wheels were replaced by 1925 by solid wheels since the spokes were prone to cracking.
Also marking its centenary at Tractor Fest will be MG, whose cars will feature in a special exhibition at the event.
The British brand became famed for its sporty cars, manufactured at Abingdon near Oxford.
Over 15 years Tractor Fest has grown to become the UK's largest tractor show. Established as a firm favourite among engine enthusiasts and families alike, this year's event will take place over two days, Saturday 10 June and Sunday 11.
Kevin Watson, chair of event organisers the Yorkshire Vintage Association, said: “We are gearing up for a fantastic Tractor Fest this year. Exhibitor entries are coming in thick and fast, not least for our two iconic themes – the centenaries of the John Deere model D and the MG car.
“We can promise enthusiasts and visitors a great weekend with Newby Hall providing a stunning backdrop for our popular show.”
This year’s festival will also showcase factory-built portable engines and tractors with Perkins engines. A host of entertainment, crafts, food and drink will be on offer while admission includes access to Newby Hall’s award-winning gardens, adventure playground, dolls house and teddy bear exhibitions.
Tickets are available through Newby Hall's website: https://www.newbyhall.com/event/tractorfest-10th-11th-june-2023/
More information can be found at Tractor Fest's website: http://tractorfest.uk/
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