The Cholmondeley Pageant of Power drew big crowds eager to see Le Mans and Grand Prix cars including rare Vanwall racers at the weekend.
It was a feast for the eyes for admirers of speed and performance with some exceptionally rare and valuable vehicles on display.
The machines were put through their paces on a three-mile long track in the picturesque grounds of Colmondeley Castle, near Malpas, on 17th and 18th July.
Alongside the racers were the latest Bentleys as well as classic sports cars, rally cars and aero-engined "spitters". Bikes performing at the event included TT competition machines and production superbikes.
On the water, powerboat action included Formula 2 and 4 classes, together with 400cc ISO Seniors and Thundercats. In the air, helicopters included the EC 135 Hermes by Eurocopter and what stunning aerobatic exhibitions, including the Breitling Wingwalkers.
Perhaps those arriving by car from the Liverpool direction as visitors could have been forgiven if they had lost their way, since the sign-posting on the roads did not begin until junctions quite close to Cholmondeley.
The weekend also included a Fireworks Concert and Military Tattoo on the Saturday evening, and in tribute to the armed forces, the event supported the Help for Heroes charity.
The whole event was organised with military precision and it was gratifying to note that not a speck of litter marred the site, as rubbish bins were regularly emptied throughout the day.
This was the 3rd event of its kind and points for improvement in future years lie mainly in the areas of catering and seating.
Food and drink was not too expensive, but there was an under-provision of seating and tables where diners could enjoy their meals in places like the "Cholmondeley Tea Rooms" where, from early on Saturday, people were fighting over the few plastic chairs. More than double the number of seating is required in future.
The organisers should also note that it would also be a good idea to set aside a picnic area - including a tent in case of rain - where those bringing their own food can be accommodated.
Also, the whole event would benefit enormously with the provision of grandstands for those who prefer to sit, rather than stand to watch the cars, bikes and planes in action. A nominal extra fee could be charged for seats in grandstands.
Without adequate seating areas it tends to mean that the more elderly and infirm visitors will be discouraged, or even precluded, from attending.
One vistor, Nick Jones, from Aigburth said: "It was a tremendous day out. There is nowhere else in the North West you can see this kind of collection of cars on display. I will definitely be coming back."
Jason Lloyd, Wrexham around 1 year, 6 months ago