Where were you in 1986? Perhaps proudly driving your first Ford, washing your parents’, or an unborn Ford fan in waiting! Forty years on, the place you need to be on Sunday 23rd August is Silverstone, at the heart of a very special anniversary.
In 1986, the Ford Escort was topping 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 under its cam belt, Ford Fair 2026’s landmark 40th anniversary (sponsored by Laird Performance) is counting down to its biggest and most spectacular event yet.
Join thousands of enthusiasts from across the UK and beyond, and around 4,000 display vehicles from cherished classics and restorations to cutting-edge performance builds and track-focused monsters, in a day of action and awe, celebrating the remarkable evolution of one of the world’s most influential automotive brands.
Legendary models and iconic competition cars will shine in the extensive Classic Ford display, with a special 50th Anniversary Ford Fiesta showcase featuring everything from factory-fresh survivors to expert modifications of the car that defined a motoring generation. From old school to modern powerhouse, discover standout builds in the Ford Fair 40th Anniversary- because Ford Fair has never been about standing still.
Handpicking the most extreme Blue Oval machinery ever built, the ‘Fastest Fords’ showcases the quickest, most extreme Fords in the UK, from 500bhp-plus street beasts to full-on race machines, then pits them racing in an unmissable high-speed demo track session.
Join thousands of owners and dedicated Ford clubs in chat, camaraderie and displays. Enjoy- or bring your own star and join in the event’s coveted awards programme, including Grid Show & Shine.
Event organiser Phil Weeden says: “Forty years is an incredible milestone for Ford Fair, and a testament to the passion that continues to surround this iconic brand. What makes this event so special is the incredible variety of cars, people, and opportunities to get hands-on it offers. Add in all the extra demos, action, unveilings and surprises we’ve lined up for this very special show, in 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
