Amit Saraswat 
The DHF this year will host high-octane races featuring iconic vehicles. From vintage Touring Cars that dominated the tracks in the 60s, 70s, and 80s, to stunning sports cars and legendary Ferraris that carry a long racing history, DHF offers a diverse range of automotive gems. Buckle up and be prepared for edge-of-your-seat competitions as these historic machines, piloted by skilled drivers, battle it out on the track.
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Bentley’s triumphant win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. To commemorate this milestone, there will be special lunchtime displays showcasing significant Bentley racing cars, including the 2003 Speed 8 that clinched the victory.
In addition, the festival will also host a grand parade featuring over 100 classic and collector’s cars from nearly 60 car clubs participating in the event. The parade will have a different theme each day, with Ferraris leading the pack on Saturday, followed by Honda NSXs paying homage to Formula One legend Ayrton Senna. On Sunday, classic Ford Mustangs will take centre stage, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the “pony car.” Look up to the sky too, as the afternoon will be graced by flypasts from a Spitfire and Hurricane from the Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
Beyond the racetrack activities, the festival will feature a Q&A session with 2003 Le Mans winner Guy Smith, diving into Bentley’s epic return to endurance racing. Touring Car enthusiasts can learn more about the sport from racing champions Rob Huff and Colin Turkington.
Gearheads will be in paradise exploring the open-access race paddock. Getting a chance to have a close look at the magnificent racing cars, including the historic Bentley display and browsing through the Mustang 60th anniversary exhibit. There will also be trade stands for shopping displayed by the British Historic Kart Club.
