Lightweight Racing Theme at Ardingly Summer Show

Elk Promotions' Ardingly Classic Bike Show & Jumble returns to the South of England Showground on Sunday 26th July 2026, with a lightweight racing theme and a tribute to Dresda cafe racers.

Alongside clubs from the lightweight classic racing scene, including the BSA Bantam and the Classic 50cc Motorcycle Racing Clubs, Guy Fithen will be representing Dresda, famed for their precision engineering and performance-focused custom motorcycles. Dave Degens, founder of Dresda Motorcycles, sadly passed away in January 2026 and this will be an opportunity to see his legacy.

A noted racer, frame builder and tuner, Dave was a familiar face at Ardingly events for many years and his ‘racing bikes for the road’ continue to attract a passionate following.

Covering nearly two acres of indoor space, plus extensive outdoor pitches, Ardingly remains the go-to summer show for classic bike fans across the Southeast. As always, club displays and private entries will pack the Jubilee Hall, while the all-motorcycle autojumble fills the rest of the venue; indoors and out.

There's no age restriction on machines at the July Ardingly Show, so expect a mix that's as broad as it is fascinating - past winners have included everything from a 1937 350cc Velocette KSS to a 1995 Honda CBR900RR Urban Tiger. Visitors wishing to enter their bike into this year's show can do so at: www.elkpromotions.co.uk/enter-your-bike

Trade stands and workshop clear-out stalls add to the rummaging appeal, with outdoor plots from just £20 (pre-booked only). The popular Free BikeMart returns too, providing space to display bikes for sale at no charge.

The South of England Showground is located at Ardingly, near Gatwick RH17 6TL, just eight miles from M23 junction 10. Parking is free and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Adult admission remains just £7 (from 10am), with accompanied under-16s going free. Earlybird entry (from 8am) is £10.

Tickets and full event info, entry forms and stall bookings, are all available HERE