Use & Refinement

Bolesworth Concours - June 27th to 28th

We are delighted to announce that YF 2186 has been invited to this years Bolesworth Concours.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Bolesworth Castle, the inaugural Bolesworth Concours 2026 celebrates the world’s most distinguished automobiles, where design, performance and provenance take centre stage, defining the true Art of Horsepower.

From pre-war coachbuilt masterpieces to the most accomplished modern supercars, the Concours brings together rarity, craftsmanship and design excellence across two unforgettable days. Join fellow collectors, families and admirers as we honour the very finest chapters of automotive history. Each vehicle is carefully selected for its significance, originality, craftsmanship or compelling story.

We were delighted with a 'Best of Class' prize for YF 2186.

A perfect day out on ITINERIS Via: The Cotswolds

June is always a busy month for the Classic Collective team, but every now and then it's important to put the tools down, climb into our classics and simply enjoy what they were built for – being driven.

Last Sunday we had the pleasure of joining ITINERIS Events' Via: The Cotswolds tour, and it reminded us exactly why organised driving events like this are one of the best ways to experience a classic car.

The fleet was well represented throughout the day. Bron and her grandson Sammy took the wheel of Puff the Magic Wagon, while Anthony and Sim headed out in YF 2186, for what would be its final outing before heading off to two concurrent Concours events. Dominic and Mary enjoyed the route in their much-modified MG Magnette, and even Gerald, our little 1936 Fiat Topolino, got to stretch his legs with some track action at the end of the day.

The adventure began at HERO-ERA Rally HQ at Bicester Motion, where breakfast and the morning briefing set everyone up for the day ahead. From there, the carefully planned route wound through the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside before heading into the Cotswolds, offering mile after mile of enjoyable driving roads and spectacular scenery.

Our first stop was the impressive Aynho Park for coffee and a chance to catch up with fellow entrants before continuing on to the Cotswold Distillery. After learning a little about their award-winning spirits, the route took us to The Feathered Nest for lunch, where the food, hospitality and stunning views proved every bit as memorable as the drive itself.

The day finished back at Bicester Motion with some relaxed track time. Without the pressure of competition or stopwatches, it was simply an opportunity to enjoy the cars in a safe environment and end the event on a high.

What really stood out was the quality of the organisation. Every detail had clearly been thought through, from the route and venues to the timing and hospitality. The roads flowed beautifully, the food was excellent, and the company throughout the day was first class.

For us, there was another bonus too. Rather than spending the day supporting an event, working from the back of the truck with a meal deal in hand, we were able to experience it as guests and simply enjoy being part of the adventure.

A huge thank you goes to the entire ITINERIS team, especially Carly, Eve and Kaitlin, for creating such a memorable day. If you're looking for a relaxed, beautifully organised way to get out and actually use your classic car, events like Via: The Cotswolds and their amazing Tour Holidays are hard to beat.

Sometimes the best thing you can do with a classic is exactly what it was designed for: fill it with good company, point it at some great roads and just drive.