Calling all Ford Fans to help celebrate a very special anniversary! In 1986, the Ford Escort in recently introduced Mk4 guise, topped Britain’s sales charts, the Sierra RS Cosworth was about to become a performance icon, and Ford Fair, the UK’s premier celebration of all thing Blue Oval, opened its gates for the very first time.
With four decades of wowing enthusiasts and unveiling showstopping surprises under its cam belt, Ford Fair 2026’s landmark 40th anniversary, (sponsored by Laird Performance), promises to be its biggest and most spectacular event yet.
Bringing together around 4,000 display vehicles and thousands of enthusiasts from across the UK and beyond, the event showcases the remarkable evolution of one of Britain’s most influential automotive brands, from cherished classics and restorations to cutting-edge performance builds and track-focused monsters.
Displays celebrating Ford’s past, present and future include a special 50th Anniversary Ford Fiesta showcase featuring everything from factory-fresh survivors to expert modifications of the car that defined a generation of motoring.
Legendary Escorts, Sierra RS Cosworths, Fiesta RS Turbos and iconic competition cars shine in the extensive Classic Ford display, while the Ford Fair 40th Anniversary display pairs classics with some of the finest Ford builds turning heads across the current UK scene- because, for all the fabulous heritage on display, Ford Fair has never been about standing still.
For outright performance, the Fastest Fords display handpicks the most extreme Blue Oval machinery ever built, from 500bhp-plus street beasts to full-blown race machines, then pits them racing in unmissable high-speed demo track session. If that’s not sideways enough, watch the UK’s top drift drivers Matsuri’s Drift Kings battling through three smoke-filled sessions in a spectacular display of skill and tyre destruction!
In a show renowned for its hands-on inclusion and enthusiasm, Ford owners can experience the legendary Silverstone circuit for themselves, while thrill-seekers can witness Drift Matsuri demonstrating their drifting prowess on track in two dedicated sessions.
The heart of Ford Fair are the matchless dedicated clubs, communities, owners and enthusiasts, coming together to create one of the most diverse and inclusive gatherings of Blue Oval machinery anywhere in the world. Enjoy – or bring your own star and join in – immaculate classics and radical modified builds competing for honours in the event’s coveted awards programme, including The Grid Show & Shine sponsored by Chemical Guys.
Event organiser Phil Weeden says: “Forty years is an incredible milestone for Ford Fair, and a testament to the passion that continues to surround the Ford brand. What makes this event so special is the incredible variety of cars and people it attracts, spanning generations of Ford history to the latest performance builds, all united by the same enthusiasm. Add in track action, drifting, demonstrations, the raw power and competition of Fastest Fords, and the iconic setting of Silverstone, and you’ve got the ultimate Ford fan experience!”
For full event details, discounted advance, VIP, club and camping tickets, plus full-throttle Ford updates, visit https://fordshows.co.uk/ford-fair
