Nick Babb

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Email the studio

Whitney Houston

I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)

Listen Live

Tractor Fest attracts largest ever number of enthusiasts and families

Tuesday, 11 June 2024 13:02

The theme this year was orange tractors

Tractor Fest 2024 which was held at Newby Hall had more attraction than ever!

A record-breaking number of enthusiasts and families enjoyed the sights and sounds of Tractor Fest at the weekend – the largest tractor festival in the UK.

Now in its 18^th year, the show attracted 15,000 visitors over the two days with more than 1,600 vintage and modern tractors on display and 1,000 other exhibits including the largest-ever display of stationary engines.

Award-winning Newby Hall and Gardens, Ripon was the magnificent setting for Tractor Fest, organised by the Yorkshire Vintage Association (YVA), held on 8th and 9th June.

Major themes and displays this year included orange tractors, European vehicles, and the marking of the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings which saw the Ripon Community Poppy Project’s life-sized knitted tank taking pride of place in Newby’s grounds.

YVA chair Kevin Watson said:

“This year was our biggest celebration of agricultural machinery with more than 2,500 exhibits on display in 120 acres of Newby’s beautiful parkland.

“Enthusiasts and tractor lovers from across the UK and the world travel to the show which proves year on year to be a fantastic family weekend.”

Tractor Fest is sponsored by Europe’s leading agricultural and machinery auctioneer Cheffins, The National Vintage Tractor & Engine Club (NVTEC), and Econ Engineering.

The show is also supported by Ripon Farm Services.

More from Local News

Harrogate women's friendship group celebrates first birthday

A group helping women make new friends in Harrogate has celebrated its first birthday after growing to more than 1,500 members.
North Yorkshire Police to use live facial recognition for first time

North Yorkshire Police will use live facial recognition technology for the first time this week.
Killinghall man given suspended sentence after strangling partner

A Killinghall man who repeatedly assaulted his partner has been given a suspended prison sentence and a 15-year restraining order.
Former Harrogate metal works site to be transformed into new homes

The first images of eight new townhouses being built on a former metal works site in Harrogate have been released.
Harrogate football clubs urged to apply for £20,000 equipment funding

Grassroots football clubs in Harrogate are being urged to apply for equipment vouchers through a new £20,000 fund.
Ripon teen who survived stroke raises £1,000 for hospital

A Ripon Grammar School student who had to learn to walk and talk again following a devastating stroke has completed his first half marathon.
Work begins on £5.8million Fountains Abbey project

Construction has officially started on a £5.8million project to improve visitor facilities at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal.
Harrogate Town runners complete Great North Run for Community Foundation

Six runners have completed the Great North Run to raise money for Harrogate Town AFC Community Foundation.
National recognition for Harrogate's MAN v FAT programme

A football-based weight loss programme run by Harrogate Town AFC Community Foundation has received national recognition after its members collectively lost 1,243kg.
Council chiefs back school transport policy despite "legacy of harm" claim

North Yorkshire Council chiefs have rejected calls to scrap an unpopular school transport policy, telling opposition councillors they would make the same decision if they were responsible for the authority’s finances.
Second home owners challenge North Yorkshire's 100% council tax premium

Councillors are set to debate calls for North Yorkshire Council to suspend its controversial second home council tax premium after a petition attracted 1,000 signatures.
X Factor legend set to perform at Bilton Club

X Factor favourite Chico is set to perform live at Bilton Club next year.
Harrogate's Sporting Influence Foundation to tackle 24 climbs in 24 hours

A Harrogate-based Community Interest Company is taking on a gruelling 24-hour challenge at one of North Yorkshire's most recognisable landmarks to raise money for children and families.
Giant vegetables take centre stage at Harrogate Autumn Flower Show

The biggest vegetables in the region have been revealed at the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show, which opened today (Friday 18 September) at Newby Hall & Gardens near Ripon.
Alpamare waterpark to be sold to 'protect its future' with private investment

A major waterpark in North Yorkshire is expected to be sold to a new owner after it was taken over by North Yorkshire Council.
Roadworks causing growing disruption in Harrogate and Knaresborough, officials admit

Council officials have acknowledged the growing disruption caused by roadworks in Harrogate and Knaresborough.
Yorkshire artist brings Harrogate's Old Market Hall back to life

Harrogate's former Old Market Hall has been brought back to life in a new collection by award-winning Yorkshire artist Claire Baxter.
Martin House hosts first children's palliative care conference

More than 70 healthcare professionals attended Martin House Children’s Hospice’s first dedicated children’s palliative care conference this week.
Judge appointed to lead inquiry into North Yorkshire mental health trust

A judge has been appointed to lead the public inquiry into mental health care provided by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV).
Harrogate group raise more than £40,000 with cycle to Bordeaux

Six friends from the Harrogate area have raised more than £40,000 for Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity after cycling 470 miles from London to Bordeaux.