Nairn gears up for classic vehicle show

NAIRN is gearing up to host over 150 vehicles as part of a new event for the seaside town. 

Wheels of Nairn will take place at the Links on September 21 and Nairn BID who have organised the event have been thrilled with the response. 

The one-day celebration of classic and modern vehicles will showcase a medley of cars and motorbikes owned by enthusiasts from across the region. 

Janis Maclean, Nairn BID manager said she hopes the event will become a regular feature on the Nairn calendar of events: “We are thrilled to be putting on Wheels of Nairn for the first time and have been inundated with entries. When we first planned the event, we hoped to attract 100 vehicles, but at the moment we have over 150 registered, so let’s keep our fingers crossed for a good sunny day, so that the vehicles can be shown off in the sunshine. One of the highlights will be the drive-off at 3pm where all the vehicles will form a convoy and drive from the Links, up the High Street and safely on their way home. It would be fabulous if the streets were lined with spectators to see them off.” 

She added: “One of Nairn BID’s remits is to create events that will benefit and drive footfall to the town and we are hopeful that with all these vehicles we will achieve just that. As well as the exhibitors we have around 20 stallholders, food outlets and of course we will be encouraging visitors to wander around our town as well. We really hope that people will visit Nairn and spend the day here and enjoy all that it has to offer. It will be a great day out for all.” 

The event is being supported by Nairn Rotary Club who have provided volunteers to help ensure the day goes smoothly. 

“I cannot thank Nairn Rotary enough,” said Janis, “they are helping with the vehicle registration, set up and marshalling on the day. Nairn has a fabulous community and without this type of support, it would be tricky to stage these types of events.” 

Title sponsor for the event is Hangar96 which provides prestige classic car and motorcycle storage in the region. 

Nairn BID recently launched its event calendar for the next six months which includes a series of events including the Christmas Lights Switch-on and the return of Taste of Nairn, a three-day food and drink festival.