Desborough's 1940s Day - 12/09/2026 - Historic Vehicles

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It is time for Desborough's celebration of all things 1940s. Station Road (and part of High Street) will be closed as usual to allow people to move safely amongst the various stalls and attractions.

We welcome period vehicles and people in period costume but Allies only - no representations of Axis powers will be allowed on site.

To request a place for your 1940s (or earlier) vehicle in the vintage vehicle display please submit this form. It takes only a few moments (or email the information to 1940s@DesboroughTownCouncil.gov.uk

You can get further information from DesboroughTownCouncil.gov.uk/Desborough-1940s-Day

Please give your name

Please give your mobile number

Please give your email address

Type of vehicle (e.g. car, motorcycle, lorry, tank, van)

Make and model of vehicle

Vehicle registration number

Date of manufacture / registration

Is it a military vehicle?

We welcome period vehicles but Allies only - no representations of Axis powers will be allowed on site.

Yes

Outline of Terms and conditions

No booking is confirmed unless the application form is submitted to the Town Clerk and the place has been confirmed formally by the Town Clerk.

The event features vehicles, uniforms, and memorabilia from the wartime "Allies". Representations of the “Axis” powers in any way are not allowed and will not be accepted.

Location

The event will take place predominantly on Station Road which will be closed to traffic in accordance with the Road Closure Order.

Parade

The event will feature a parade or cavalcade of historic vehicles. Taking part in the parade is entirely at your own risk. The parade will take place on open public roads and you are entirely responsible for the roadworthiness and safety of your vehicle, and any incident which occurs.

Safety instructions

In recent years there have been horrendous incidents of vehicles hitting pedestrians at events (whether by accident or deliberately). Safety of all participants and spectators at the event is of paramount importance. Vehicle drivers must comply with any request or direction given by a Steward or Marshall.

All vehicles must enter the site from the High Street (at The George corner). All vehicles presenting at the Ruston Road end of Station Road (at the big Co-Op) will be refused entry and will have to divert to the High Street. This is a safety measure to ensure no conflicting vehicle movements.

Entry will be permitted from the time of the Road Closure (the final time will be notified to you by email) but please aim to be on site and parked between 09:00 and 11:00.and expect to remain on site (except for the parade) until about 16:00 please.

Cancellation

The Town Council will make every effort to ensure the event proceeds and is successful. In circumstances beyond the control of the Council, it might be necessary to change or cancel the event. Town Council will not be liable for any costs incurred in attending the event, or if the event is cancelled for whatever reason.

I agree with the terms and conditions

Yes

Health and Safety

Vehicle drivers and their passengers must comply with any health and safety instructions issued in advance or at the event.

All equipment, rubbish, and vehicles must be cleared from the site by 6pm.

You must take all rubbish relating to your activities away with you.

I agree with the Health and Safety requirements and the Access requirements

Yes