Ford Show

Sun 19 Jul 2026

Driven by Legacy, Powered by Performance

Celebrate Ford’s legacy as every model that’s shaped motoring history rolls into Santa Pod Raceway for an unmissable one-day show.

Got a Ford? Join Run What Ya Brung and send it down the quarter-mile or polish it up and enter the Show & Shine comp. Enjoy thrilling stunt shows, stunning club displays, handling track and live entertainment for the whole family.

Car clubs are a big part of the event, with dedicated displays bringing Ford fans together.

Bring your Ford. Soak up the atmosphere and the thrill of a day dedicated entirely to the Blue Oval.

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Admission Prices

Want to check out our admission prices? We’ve kept them simple, fair, and packed with value.

What's on

There’s never a dull moment at Santa Pod events. View what will be on during the day.

Full Calendar

See what else is happening at Santa Pod Raceway this year, from drag racing to festivals.

Venue Information

On-site you’ll find caterers, shops, ample parking, and camping facilities.

What's on

Check out what’s happening on and off track.

Track Action

We know this is what you really come for, and the clue's in the name.

Car Displays

Show & Shine competitions, Car Club Stands, and Pit Access

Off-Track Action

There's plenty to see and do away from the track.

Entertainment

There's more to the day than just the dragstrip.

Event Facilities

Santa Pod has everything you'll need for a day or the weekend.

Track Action

We know this is what you really come for, and the clue's in the name.

There will be drag racing displays running throughout the day featuring cars from a variety of national Drag Racing classes and invited guests.

Drag Demos

Roger Goring's Ford Mustang-bodied jet car is capable of 6 second passes at over 200mph down the quarter mile. It is the only centre-driven Jet Funny Car outside the USA and is propelled by a General Electric J85 turbojet engine.

Firestorm Jet Car

Take your own car down the track for £50 with unlimited runs (Fords Only). Please note: Admission ticket required in addition to your RWYB Track Voucher. Helmets are now mandatory for everyone going on track!

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Public Track Time

There will be a NASCARs on display and taking to the quarter mile.

NASCARs

Car Displays

Show & Shine competitions, Car Club Stands, and Pit Access

There’s no need to pre-register, just sign up on the day. It's FREE and every entrant will receive a bottle of Diamondbrite's famous Ceramic Glaze. All winners get a trophy and a Diamondbrite Ceramic After-care Bag!

Diamondbrite Show & Shine

Trophies for Best of Show, Pre 80s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, 2020s, Modified, Muscle Car, and Judge's Choice

The Best of Show winner also wins a Nilfisk Wet&Dry Vacuum Cleaner plus a 50% voucher for a Nilfisk Jet Washer (worth up to £270)!

Diamondbrite Show & Shine Classes

Display the best cars that your club has to offer and book a club space today! Have an allocated club area in the heart of the show or club camping on grass if coming for the weekend.

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Club Stands

No competition, no prizes, just the chance to show off your pride and joy that’s too good for the carpark. Located on hardstanding, simply ask for a Show Parking sticker on arrival. Spaces will be limited so when it’s full, it’s full.

Ford Show Parking

Off-Track Action

There's plenty to see and do away from the track.

Joining Podzilla to wreak havoc in the arena is Swamp thing, the UK Monster Truck Nationals winning monster truck, driven by Tony Dixon.

Monster Truck - Swamp Thing

Multiple world record holder and professional stunt driver Terry Grant will be putting on an action packed, precision driving stunt show.

The Terry Grant Show

Some of the country's top drifters will be giving people the opportunity to experience the sideways driving, tyre smoking art of drifting with Drift Rides available. £20 per person.

Drift Rides

Do you reckon you've got the skills and precision to get yourself round our handling circuit? Its not just about speed, it's about driving ability and keeping a cool head! Sign On Procedure and Rules & Regulations

Handling Track

There will be a mobile dyno on site to provide Dyno / Rolling Road runs to test your car's performance.

Mobile Dyno

Entertainment

There's more to the day than just the dragstrip.

All the fun of the fair with Dodgems, Waltzers, Arcades, Candy Floss and Sideshows! Tokens available individually or in bundles.

Fun Fair Rides

For those camping over with multi-day tickets there is evening entertainment in Fuelers Bar on Saturday including live band.

Evening Entertainment Mustang

Your Ultimate Racing Experience! Step into the driver’s seat and feel the thrill of the race with our cutting-edge racing simulators. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newbie looking to rev up your skills, experience the rush of high-speed racing.

Sim Drive Five

Groove Collider are a top, high-energy party band, performing a wide range of rock, soul & funk hits. Saturday Evening

Groove Collider

Event Facilities

Santa Pod has everything you'll need for a day or the weekend.

There are licensed bars and caterers on site selling food and drink. You can pay for items on site from our catering units and Pod Shop with contactless card payment or cash. There are cash machines in the catering area and Pod Shop. View Caterers

Bars & Caterers

There will be traders at the show selling anything from clothing to stickers and collectables.

If you are a trader interested in trading at Santa Pod Raceway find Information here.

Traders

Take a piece of Santa Pod home with you and visit the Pod Shop where you can find a wide range of merchandise, clothing, souvenirs, sundries and camping equipment.

Pod Shop

On site camping is included with all multi-day admission tickets to Santa Pod Raceway. Tents, caravans and motorhomes are all welcome. More camping info here.

Weekend Camping

TICKET PRICES

Book online or by phone only, the earlier you book, the better the price. The best trackside value money can buy!

Day Tickets

Weekend Tickets

Track Vouchers

Ticket type
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Sunday Day Tickets

Gates open 8am - 5pm

Early ends 3rd July

Adult Admission - Early
£28*

Adult Admission - Standard
£36*

Child 5-15yrs Admission
£7*

Child under 5yrs
FREE

Sat/Sun Tickets

Valid from Saturday 8am. Includes on-site camping for Saturday night.

Early ends 3rd July

Adult Admission - Early
£53*

Adult Admission - Standard
£69*

Child 5-15yrs Admission
£11*

Child under 5yrs
FREE

Track Vouchers

Valid only with day/weekend admission ticket. Open to Fords ONLY.

Track Sign On
£50 unlimited

Day Tickets

Sunday Day Tickets

Gates open 8am - 5pm

Early ends 3rd July

Adult Admission - Early
£28*

Adult Admission - Standard
£36*

Child 5-15yrs Admission
£7*

Child under 5yrs
FREE

Weekend Tickets

Sat/Sun Tickets

Valid from Saturday 8am. Includes on-site camping for Saturday night.

Early ends 3rd July

Adult Admission - Early
£53*

Adult Admission - Standard
£69*

Child 5-15yrs Admission
£11*

Child under 5yrs
FREE

Track Vouchers

Valid only with day/weekend admission ticket. Open to Fords ONLY.

Track Sign On
£50 unlimited

*Ticket Price includes Booking Fee
Buy Tickets online at SantaPodTickets.com or by phone on 01234 782828. All tickets, including same-day purchases, are only available online or by phone.
Early ticket prices end on the Friday TWO weeks before the event weekend at midnight.
There is a Postage Fee of £3 per order (£6 recorded). There is no postage fee on E-Tickets. There is a £3 fee for Collection Tickets.
The Postage option for tickets ends ONE week before the event starts. After this time only E-Tickets or Collection will be available.
Ticket prices are per person. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are subject to availability.
Ticket Instalment Plans and Ticket Insurance is available when you purchase your tickets online.
Kids tickets – Photo ID is required if kids look older than they are. Kids under 5 are free. All kids pay full price for Grandstand tickets.
Day admission is 8am till racing finishes. Weekend ticket holders can arrive up until 10pm on days that the ticket is valid for except the final day.
Camping is included within multi-day admission tickets. NOT single day tickets. Full Camping Info.
Any ticket upgrades made on the day will be charged the difference to full gate price.
Parking is FREE.
Certain activities including Drag Racing are subject to weather and track conditions.
No Glass! No Pets! No Fireworks! No Chinese Lanterns! No Drones! view full Essential Info.
Please see Essential Info page for Adverse Weather Ticket Policy and other Terms and Conditions.
Various promotions and group discounts to selected events are available, View Details.
When you arrive and leave site, please keep your speed down, don’t litter and respect local residents.

GET READY FOR AN ACTION PACKED WEEKEND!

Buy Tickets @ SantaPodTickets.com

OR CALL 01234 782828

All tickets are Pre-Booking Only – No tickets will be available on the gate.

Got more questions about this event?

Ford Show Timetable

The start line times are for guidance only and may vary with track, weather or racing conditions. The organiser deems the right to alter these times without further notifications.

View Timetable

Time	What	Location
0700	Gates Open to Trade & Clubs	Site
0800	Gates Open to the Public	Site
0800	Sign On Opens for RWYB	Sign On Office
0800	Show & Shine Opens	Show Paddock
0800	Ford Show Parking Opens	Show Car Parking
0830	Merchandise Outlets Open	Pod Shop
0930	Drift Rides Open	Drift Arena
0930	Outlaw Anglia Q4	Track
0930	Transitmania Morning Coffee	Transitmania Pit Stop
0930	Transitmania Show & Shine Opens	Transitmania Arena
0940	100e Challenge	Track
0945	Ford Drag Demos	Track
1000	Track opens for RWYB	Track
1100	Firestorm Jet Car	Track
1100	Fuelers Bar Opens	Fuelers Bar
1100	Transitmania Show & Shine Voting Begins	Transitmania Arena
1105	RWYB Continues	Track
1110	Terry Grant Stunt Show	Live Action Arena
1140	Swamp Thing Monster Truck	Live Action Arena
1200	Show & Shine Judging Begins	Show Paddock
1235	Outlaw Anglia Quarter Final	Track
1240	100e Challenge	Track
1245	Ford Drag Demos	Track
1245	Handling Track Opens till 1330	Live Action Arena
1300	Lunch Break on Track	Track
1330	RWYB Continues	Track
1350	Terry Grant Stunt Show	Live Action Arena
1400	Transitmania Sound Off	Transitmania Arena
1420	Swamp Thing Monster Truck	Live Action Arena
1435	Outlaw Anglia Semi-Final	Track
1440	100e Challenge	Track
1445	Show & Shine Winners Announced	Show Paddock
1445	Ford Drag Demos	Track
1500	Transitmania Show & Shine Prizegiving	Transitmania Arena
1500	Firestorm Jet Car	Track
1505	RWYB Continues	Track
1600	Outlaw Anglia Final	Track
1700	Drift Rides End	Drift Arena
1700	Track Closes	Track
1700	The Ford Show Ends - Thanks for coming!	Site

FAQS

Everything you need to know before race day: event schedules, ticket info, what’s on, and how to plan your visit. Check here for quick answers so you can skip the guesswork and get straight to the action.

Do I need to wear a crash helmet?

Yes, helmets are now mandatory for everyone going on track.

Do I need a race licence to run down the track?

No, a race licence is not required, just a full driving licence. A photo driving licence needs to be shown when signing on.

Where do I get my timing slips from?

Printed from the Sign-On Office or online at etslips.

Am I allowed to take passengers down the track with me?

Yes, 1 passenger as long as your car is fully street legal and will not exceed 130mph.

What time do I need to arrive to race?

You are best to arrive between 8.30 and 9.00am for sign on.

Can I hire a crash helmet?

No, helmets are not available to hire but are available to purchase from the Pod Shop.

How much is the ticket booking fee?

Adult ticket prices include a booking fee of £3 per ticket, Kids tickets include a £1 booking fee. There are no booking fees on Grandstand Seats or Race Vouchers.

What is an ‘Adverse Weather Ticket Policy’?

Should certain events be severely affected by adverse weather, Santa Pod Raceway may offer a credit value against the face value of your ticket for a future booking at selected events only. Any value awarded will be at the discretion of the Organiser. NOT ALL EVENTS ARE ELIGIBLE.

Where a credit value has been given, it may then be redeemed against a future Santa Pod organised event within the following 12 months – this also includes the corresponding event for the following year.

If the original order was for multiple tickets then the TOTAL credit value may be redeemed against a booking for an eligible event.

Do we need to pay for parking?

No. Parking is free.

Where can I buy tickets?

All of our event tickets are available for purchase on our ticket shop.

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