2026 Hagerty UK Hagerty Hill Climb 2026
This event has finished.
The 2027 edition runs 15 May.
Why You Should Go
Because it’s a rare chance to see classics tackle Shelsley Walsh’s historic hill in an up‑close, festival‑style setting.
Format
One-Day Event
Crowd
A mixed crowd of classic‑car enthusiasts, families, casual spectators and amateur competitors, with steady footfall throughout the day.
Vibe
Laid‑back, convivial and enthusiast‑focused — more social car‑meet than high‑pressure race weekend.
About This Event
Shelsley Walsh speed hill climb hosted by Hagerty UK on Saturday 9 May 2026 — a Run What You Brung style day of classic and enthusiast cars tackling the world’s oldest continuously used hill‑climb course.
1What to Expect
Shelsley Walsh's Hagerty Hill Climb is a one-day, Run‑What‑You‑Brung celebration of classic and competition cars on the world's oldest continuously used hill course. Gates and hill action run from about 09:00 to 17:00 on Saturday 9 May 2026, with Hagerty organising entries and ticketing.
What makes it worth the trip:
- Drive or watch a diverse paddock from Minis and classic saloons to rally and endurance icons, with entrants guaranteed three runs if you buy a Run‑What‑You‑Brung place.
- Experience a genuine piece of motorsport history: Shelsley Walsh uses its original course layout that dates to 1905, offering close-up hill action and tight viewing points.
- Practical event services include on-site camping (opens Friday), Hagerty driver and general admission ticket options, and clear safety rules for passengers and competitors.
Best way to experience it:
Arrive early and plan parking by car—general admission is sold per car so it pays to travel together. If you want seat time, book a Run‑What‑You‑Brung driver ticket in advance; note helmets and long-sleeve/long‑trouser clothing are required for hill runs and children under 12 cannot ride as passengers. Use the paddock to inspect cars between runs and pick a spectator spot on the uphill bends for the best sightlines.
Good to know:
- Tickets: Hagerty publishes Run‑What‑You‑Brung and general admission options and member discounts; exact availability should be confirmed on the organiser's site.
- Safety & access: Helmets and long clothing are mandatory for passengers; check Hagerty FAQs for the full passenger and competitor requirements.
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2Frequently Asked Questions
- Great if you want to drive your own classic or competition car up a historic hill course.
- Great if you enjoy close-up viewing of mixed-era motorsport machinery and varied paddock access.
- Great if you like a compact, well organised one-day automotive event with camping available nearby.
- Maybe skip if you prefer larger circuit races with grandstands and continuous race programmes.
3Cost Breakdown
Ticket tiers include Run What You Brung packages (run slots), general admission, and optional drivers‑club areas or camping; Hagerty’s official event page lists current ticket types and availability — check there for exact prices and package details.
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