Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run

Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run Join us in the beautiful Irish Midlands every June to help commemorate "The Race that Saved Motor Spo

13/12/2024

If your car is more than 30 years old, we would love you to join us next June for our 21st Annual Event.

That perfect gift for Christmas
13/12/2024

That perfect gift for Christmas

Stand 1-162 at the NEC, ......drop in and say hello to old pals.
09/11/2024

Stand 1-162 at the NEC, ......drop in and say hello to old pals.

Watch out for our stand and the team at the NEC this weekend
08/11/2024

Watch out for our stand and the team at the NEC this weekend

If your car is more than 30 years old, we would love you to join us next June for our 21st Annual Event.

The stage is set with our new lightbox sign at the Indoor Show Portlaoise.
23/10/2024

The stage is set with our new lightbox sign at the Indoor Show Portlaoise.

Just to say thanks ...
17/06/2024

Just to say thanks ...

Gordon Bennett Stopover Monasterevin
04/06/2024

Gordon Bennett Stopover Monasterevin

01/06/2024

We cannot wait to clash fenders with the Vikings tomorrow at Timahoe Heritage Festival! See you there shortly after 11am!

01/06/2024
🚗✨ Join Us for the Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run this June Bank Holiday Weekend! ✨🚗We invite you and your family ...
31/05/2024

🚗✨ Join Us for the Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run this June Bank Holiday Weekend! ✨🚗

We invite you and your family to come out and meet us at our stopovers on this year's run, featuring over 100 vintage and classic cars! Enjoy a festive atmosphere, soak in the automotive history, and create unforgettable memories.

Launch Night and Registration:
📅 Date: Friday, 31st May, from 6PM.
📍 Location: Council Chambers, Portlaoise, R32 EHP9

Join us to kick off the event! Meet fellow enthusiasts, finalize your registration, and receive your event materials. It's a fantastic start to an exciting weekend.

Saturday, 1st June: gathering at Treacy's Pub & Restaurant, R32 X803, from 9:30am, with departure scheduled for circa 10:30am/11am. Then we hit the road for our Heritage Run to the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens.

Sunday, 2nd June: Gathering at Treacy's Pub & Restaurant, R32 X803, from 9:30am, with departure scheduled for circa 10:30am/11am.
Retracing the Historic Gordon Bennett Route
Step back in time as we follow the original route of the legendary Gordon Bennett Race. Highlights include visits to the Timahoe Heritage Festival and Kildare Town. Our participants are encouraged to wear period-appropriate attire, with tweeds and vintage costumes highly recommended to enhance the historic atmosphere.

Monday, 3rd June: Gathering once again at our HQ, at Treacy's Pub & Restaurant,R32 X803, from 9:30am, with departure scheduled for circa 10:30am/11am - Leisure Run to Monasterevin. See Gordon Bennett Stopover Monasterevin.
We enjoy a scenic drive to Monasterevin for a vibrant street festival. The event culminates with a BBQ Finale at Treacys Pub, The Heath, offering a wonderful chance to unwind, share stories, and relish in the camaraderie of fellow classic car enthusiasts.

Bring your family and friends for a weekend full of classic cars, history, and fun! We can't wait to see you there! 🚘🎉

31/05/2024
31/05/2024

We're back!!

Monday June 3rd - Bank holiday weekend the Gordon Bennet Classic Car Run is returning to Monasterevin! Following a hugely successful event in 2023 the Gordon Bennett is back with an afternoon full of classic cars, entertainment & community. Be sure to put the date in your diary and join us! And if you'd be interested in helping out on the day please get in touch - these events always need kind volunteers to lend a hand.

31/05/2024
Tim Matthews and Heritage Officer, Thomas Carolan, in Laois Co. Co. Offices, at an exhibition of early automobiles inclu...
31/05/2024

Tim Matthews and Heritage Officer, Thomas Carolan, in Laois Co. Co. Offices, at an exhibition of early automobiles including information on the 1903 Gordon Bennett race, first shown by Ronnie Matthews at a 1967 exhibition.

Our Launch Night & Registrations takes place there, from 6pm this evening.

🚗✨ Join Us for the Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run this June Bank Holiday Weekend! ✨🚗We invite you and your family ...
28/05/2024

🚗✨ Join Us for the Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run this June Bank Holiday Weekend! ✨🚗

We invite you and your family to come out and meet us at our stopovers on this year's run, featuring over 100 vintage and classic cars! Enjoy a festive atmosphere, soak in the automotive history, and create unforgettable memories.

Launch Night and Registration:
📅 Date: Friday, 31st May, from 6PM.
📍 Location: Council Chambers, Portlaoise, R32 EHP9

Join us to kick off the event! Meet fellow enthusiasts, finalize your registration, and receive your event materials. It's a fantastic start to an exciting weekend.

Saturday, 1st June: gathering at Treacy's Pub & Restaurant, R32 X803, from 9:30am, with departure scheduled for circa 10:30am/11am. Then we hit the road for our Heritage Run to the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens.

Sunday, 2nd June: Gathering at Treacy's Pub & Restaurant, R32 X803, from 9:30am, with departure scheduled for circa 10:30am/11am.
Retracing the Historic Gordon Bennett Route
Step back in time as we follow the original route of the legendary Gordon Bennett Race. Highlights include visits to the Timahoe Heritage Festival and Kildare Town. Our participants are encouraged to wear period-appropriate attire, with tweeds and vintage costumes highly recommended to enhance the historic atmosphere.

Monday, 3rd June: Gathering once again at our HQ, at Treacy's Pub & Restaurant,R32 X803, from 9:30am, with departure scheduled for circa 10:30am/11am - Leisure Run to Monasterevin.
We enjoy a scenic drive to Monasterevin for a vibrant street festival. The event culminates with a BBQ Finale at Treacys Pub, The Heath, offering a wonderful chance to unwind, share stories, and relish in the camaraderie of fellow classic car enthusiasts.

Bring your family and friends for a weekend full of classic cars, history, and fun! We can't wait to see you there! 🚘🎉

28/05/2024

Classic Car Run through the beautiful Irish country side. Drive part or all of the original Gordon Bennett Route and visit Ducketts Grove in county Carlow

🚗✨ Exciting News for the 2024 Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run! ✨🚗We are thrilled to announce a special stop during ...
22/05/2024

🚗✨ Exciting News for the 2024 Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run! ✨🚗

We are thrilled to announce a special stop during our historic journey! On Sunday, 2nd June, at approximately 11:30am, our vintage cars will be making a grand appearance at the Timahoe Heritage Festival in Timahoe, Co. Laois.

Join us as we bring the charm of classic cars to this vibrant festival, which commemorates the 919 AD Viking raid on Timahoe. The Timahoe Heritage Festival is a celebration of all things history and heritage, and we are eager to immerse ourselves in the festivities.

Highlights of the Timahoe Heritage Festival include:

Timahoe Round Tower & Heritage Centre: Explore the rich history and stunning architecture, and grab a coffee at the Tower and Bean coffee shop

Viking Village: Experience the life and times of Gaels and Vikings with authentic reenactments, crafts, weaponry and more.

Art & Craft Fair: Browse through unique creations and support local artisans.

All things Medieval: Witness the exciting displays of Vikings, monks, warriors, and more!

This event is a perfect blend of automotive history and cultural celebration. We invite everyone to come out, see the beautiful vintage cars, and enjoy the fantastic festival activities. It's an experience not to be missed!

📣 Mark Your Calendars for a Day of Fun, History, and Classic Cars! 📣

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Register now for the Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run from May 31 to June 3!Celebrate vintage and classic cars with these events:Day 1: Launch Night – Kick-off and registration 🎉Day 2: Heritage Run – Visit Ireland’s National Stud and Japanese Gardens in Co. Kildare, including entrance and a light lunch 🌺🏞️Day 3: Historic Route Retracing – Drive the Gordon Bennett Route, visit Ducketts Grove and Kildare Town, and enjoy a Gala Dinner at the Midland Park Hotel 🎩🎶Day 4: Leisure Run & BBQ Finale – Drive to Monasterevin's street festival and finish with a BBQ at Treacys Pub 🍔Entry Fee: €135 (includes National Stud entry and lunch). Additional costs for buffet, Gala Dinner, and BBQ. Spaces are limited, so book early at www.gordonbennettclassic.ie!#GordonBennettClassic #VintageCars #ClassicCarRun2024 #laoistourism #irelandsancienteast #kildaretourism

The Gordon Bennet Irish Classic Run 2024 🚗Registration now open! This fun run takes place over the June Bank Holiday weekend from Friday 31st of May to Monday 3rd of June with the midland County of Laois in Ireland as the event base. Also covering other Counties including Carlow and Kildare, all three of which were chosen for the original 1903 race. This historic route offers visitors many interesting and scenic locations in the region, while celebrating and discovering ” The Race that saved Motor Sport”.#gordonbennettclassic #classiccars #vintagecars #laoistourism #kildaretourism #russboroughhouse #irelandsancienteast #failteireland #driveireland #treacys #classiccarrun #gordonbennett #familydayout

The 2024 Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car Run 2024 - 📖 Booking now open! Visit https://www.gordonbennettclassic.ie - Friday 31st May - Launch night and registration details venue and times TBC. Saturday 1st June - Heritage Run to the National Stud and Japanese Gardens to include entrance and light lunch. Sunday 2nd June - We retrace the historic Gordon BennettRoute with visits to Ducketts Grove in Carlow and Kildare Town. Dig out your tweeds for this historic day. We encourage the wearing of Tweeds or dress of the period of your car, followed by the informal Gala Dinner at the Midland Park Hotel for prizes, speeches, music and fun. (it is not black tie, tweeds, fancy dress welcome). Monday 3rd June - Leisure run to Monasterevin for a fantastic street festival followed by BBQ Finale at Treacys Pub, the Heath. #gordonbennett #gordonbennettclassic #classiccars #vintagecars #laoistourism #irelandsancienteast #kildaretourism #driveireland

The 2024 Gordon Bennett Classic Booking now open! Visit https://www.gordonbennettclassic.ie Friday 31st May - Launch night and registration details venue and times TBC. Saturday 1st June - Heritage Run to the National Stud and Japanese Gardens to include entrance and light lunch. Sunday 2nd June - We retrace the historic Gordon Bennett Route with visits to Ducketts Grove in Carlow and Kildare Town. Dig out your tweeds for this historic day. We encourage the wearing of Tweeds or dress of the period of your car, followed by the informal Gala Dinner at the Midland Park Hotel for prizes, speeches, music and fun. (it is not black tie, tweeds, fancy dress welcome) Monday 3rd June - Leisure run to Monasterevin for a fantastic street festival followed by BBQ Finale at Treacys Pub the Heath. #gordonbennett #gordonbennettclassic #classiccars #vintagecars #laoistourism #irelandsancienteast #kildaretourism #driveireland locc

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In Charles Jarrott’s book “Ten years of motors and motor racing” he wrote: “I could fill a book with experiences we had from practising over the course prior to the race. One thing we discovered was that the roads in Ireland were used as farm yards for the breeding of chickens and other birds and beasts. Whenever we killed a chicken we made a point of finding the owner and compensating him for his loss. A price was paid and the owner kept the carcase. But the number of chickens killed rose daily which led him to suspect that he paid more than once for the same chicken.”