Woodcote Park to host more than 250 treasured automotive icons as star-studded judging panel selects coveted Best-in-Show winner
Following the award-winning success of last summer's inaugural event, the Royal Automobile Club Concours returns next week with an even more spectacular celebration of automotive excellence, staged in the magnificent grounds of the Club's Woodcote Park country estate in the Surrey Downs near Epsom.
Taking place for one day only on Wednesday 8 July, the second Royal Automobile Club Concours will showcase more than 250 exceptional cars and motorcycles spanning the history of motor sport and motoring. This year's event introduces the significant addition of the RM Sotheby's Woodcote Park Auction, further enhancing an already outstanding programme.
The 2026 Concours features seven carefully curated classes, ranging from picnic-perfect estate cars to pristine historic racing machines. An expert panel of judges will select class winners before awarding the coveted Best-in-Show accolade.
The distinguished judging panel includes two of Britain's most celebrated automotive designers, Ian Callum CBE and Peter Stevens, and renowned television presenter Richard Hammond.
Alongside the judged Concours classes, a series of special feature displays will further enrich the event. These include tributes to pioneering British adventurer and land speed record holder Sir Henry Segrave, together with celebrations of the historic Daimler and Lancia marques, both of which are marking significant milestones in their respective histories.
The Royal Automobile Club's pivotal role in organising Britain's first Grand Prix at Brooklands in 1926 will also be commemorated. In addition, the centenary of Mercedes-Benz will be celebrated with two of the marque's most revered competition cars on display: the championship-winning W 125 Grand Prix car from 1937 and the iconic C 11 from the legendary Group C era.
Another major highlight will be the world premiere of the unique Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage, created by renowned Dutch coachbuilders Niels van Roij Design.
Further adding to the garden party atmosphere, the popular Members' Paddock and Supercar Boulevard will once again provide Royal Automobile Club members with the opportunity to display their own cherished vehicles, while allowing visitors to experience the remarkable diversity, character and shared passion that defines the motoring community.
Tickets are available to all members of the Royal Automobile Club. Woodcote Park will also welcome members of invited car clubs and motoring organisations, particularly those aligned with this year's Concours categories and special feature displays.
Members of invited clubs and organisations have received a unique access code enabling them to purchase advance tickets. A full hospitality package is also available for guests seeking an enhanced event experience.
Full ticket details, terms and conditions, and comprehensive event information can be found at royalautomobileclubconcours.co.uk.
2026 Royal Automobile Club Concours
Wednesday 8 July, 2025 – Timetable
10:00am – Gates open
10:30am – Official Opening Ceremony
11:30am – CARS Supercar Boulevard Award
11:40am – Lockton & Chubb Members' Paddock Award
12:00pm – Niels van Roij Presentation
12:15pm – RM Sotheby's Private Sales
12:30pm – Segrave Anniversary Celebration
2:00pm – Mercedes-Benz Presentation
2:30pm – First Grand Prix in Britain Celebration
3:00pm – Concours Awards Ceremony
Shooting Brakes
The Woodcote Trophy
Pre-War Masterpieces
Spoiler Alert
Targa Florio
V12 Engines
Motorcycles
Spirit of the Show
Chairman's Choice
Best-in-Show
4:00pm – RM Sotheby's Woodcote Park Auction (register bidders only)
