What’s On

“A great day out for all the family”

Silloth-on-Solway Vintage Rally is a fantastic two day event which takes place on Silloth Green, in June of each year.

There is something for all the family and the event is free of charge, making this a really popular rally.

100’s of Exhibits

There will be 100’s of exhibits, including:

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● Vintage steam engines                                              ● Stationary engines

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● Commercial and military vehicles                           ● Classic cars

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● Vintage tractors                                                          ● Classic motorbikes

● Vintage fairground organs and other machinery

The Main Arena

The Main Arena is the centerpiece of the event over the two days, with organised entertainment taking place.

Tom Longton – Saturday & Sunday

Thomas hosts Sheepdog displays and demonstrations with sheep/geese/ducks all over the British Isles. For over 20 years he has performed at shows large and small – from large country shows or small village fetes. They are both informative and amusing, especially when the ducks are misbehaving. Children like to see the ducks especially.

Thomas is an award winning shepherd and sheepdog trainer, and has won many sheepdog trials at the national and international level and co-authored a sheep dog training book. He has appeared on various Country TV shows on the BBC; including ‘One Man and His Dog’.  Website: Longton Sheep Dogs – Shepherds Barn

 

Border Concert Band – Sunday

The Border Concert Band are a 30 piece community wind band and their enthusiastic musicians will guarantee you an engaging, foot tapping, crowd pleasing performance!  Website: www.borderband.org

They will be playing from 12.30 – 3.30pm on Sunday 21st July.

Double Trouble – Sunday

Double Trouble (Two Clowns Twice The Fun) are a fantastic double act who will be coming to the Rally on Sunday to entertain the kids with their unforgettable comedy clown show and amazing circus skills.  Website: Double Trouble

Jason the Juggler – Saturday & Sunday

 

Food & Drink

There will be plenty of refreshment and catering stalls around the Green. There are also a number of cafes, takeaways and sandwich shops in the town, all within walking distance of the Green.

Other Attractions

Everywhere you look there will be vintage vehicles and machinery on display.

● Fairground
● Stalls
● Auto jumble
● And much more