The Motorist

The Motorist is a purpose-built automotive venue at New Lennerton Lane, Sherburn in Elmet, combining a café/restaurant, events space and a full-service garage. It hosts themed car and bike meets year-round and publishes an events calendar on its site.

The site includes an 800-space car park, retail and membership options, and facilities for weddings or corporate hire. The Driver’s Lounge and cafe are open seven days a week; larger table bookings are managed by phone.

A multi-purpose automotive destination with regular meets, onsite vehicle services and casual dining.

Look out for:

• A busy events calendar with car and bike meets, visible on the venue’s website.

• An on-site garage offering servicing, MOTs, tyre fitting, wheel balancing/tracking and vehicle health checks.

• The Driver’s Lounge cafe/restaurant serving food and drink daily; walk-in service is standard on most days.

• Large onsite parking (advertised as around 800 spaces) and a retail shop.

Best way to experience it:

Check the online events calendar before you go, arrive early for busy meets, and contact the venue for bookings of 14+ or for event-specific details.

• Events and meets are scheduled year-round; check the online calendar for dates.

• The café is open seven days; most days are walk-in only and large bookings require phone arrangements.

• The site advertises a large (approx. 800-space) car park on site.

• Garage services include MOTs and tyre fitting; book directly with the venue for service availability.