DIARY DATES - July 2024

5 to 7: Friday to Sunday inclusive. The North Yorkshire village of Ingleton, near Carnforth, is hosting a 1940s weekend with vehicles, displays, and re-enactment. This is a free event. www.ingleton40s.co.uk

6: Saturday. The Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 7LH is holding a car boot sale. This is a new event and has some sellers with militaria and books. Gates open between 9 am and 12 midday. On a personal note, I have been to this venue earlier this year and the prices were good. www.haynesmotormuseum.org

6 and 7: Saturday & Sunday. The South Devon Railway in Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, is hosting a 1940s weekend. Re-enactors, vehicles, train rides, trade stands, and displays. www.southdevonrailway.co.uk

7: Sunday. A giant flea market is being held at the Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN. Doors open between 9-30 am and 4 pm. Collectables for many interests, including books, photographs, and some militaria. www.sheptonflea.com

7: Sunday. Kempton Classic Arms Fairs will be at the Exhibition Hall, Kempton Park Racecourse, Staines Road East, TW16 5AQ. Gates open between 9-30 am and 2-30 pm. Wide range of collectables. www.kemptonclassicarmsfair.co.uk

12 to 14: Friday to Sunday inclusive. A 1940s weekend is being held at the Kirkby Stephen East Station, South Road, CA17 4LA. Vehicles, re-enactors, traders, and vintage steam train rides. www.kirkbystepheneast.co.uk

13: Saturday. The Museum of Army Flying at Middle Wallop, Hants., SO20 8FB, is hosting Wheels and Wings, with vehicles on display and a programme of flying. www.armyflying.com

14: Sunday. The Romsey Scale Model Show 2024 is being held at The Crossfield Hall, Broadwater Road, Romsey, Hants., SO51 8GL. Doors open between 10 am and 4 pm. Trade stands, demonstrations, and displays, some with a military theme. www.romseymodellersclub.co.uk

14: Sunday. A militaria fair is being held at the Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TZ. Doors open between 7 am and 2 pm. Wide range of collectables. www.chathammilitariafairs.co.uk

21: Sunday. The 2024 Dundee Model Show is being held at the Boomerang Community Centre, 10 Kemback Street, Dundee, Scotland, DD4 6ET. Doors open between 10 am and 4 pm. Demonstrations, trade stands, and displays, some with a military theme. Email: [email protected]

21: Sunday. The Stratford Leisure and Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warks., CV37 6YY, is hosting a militaria and medal fair. Doors open between 10-30 am and 2 pm. Full range of collectables, but please note no firearms are sold at this venue. Email Mark Carter at [email protected]

28: Sunday. A militaria fair is being held at the Village Hall, Heathfield Road, Keston, Kent, BR2 6BF. Doors open between 8-00 am and 12 noon. Comprehensive range of collectables available. Email Darren Swain at [email protected]

28: Sunday. Hildenborough Village Hall, Riding Lane, Hildenborough, Kent, TN11 9HY is hosting a militaria fair. Full selection of collectables. www.bexleymedalsandmilitaria.co.uk

28: Sunday. The Essex Model Show 2024 is being held at Hannakins Farm Community Centre, Rosebay Avenue, Billericay, Essex, CM12 0SZ. Doors open between 10 am and 4 pm. Trade stands, demonstrations, and displays, some with a military theme. Email: [email protected]

28: Sunday. SMS Militaria Fair will be at the Deverell Hall, 84 London Road, Purbrook, PO7 5LU. Wide range of collectables available. Doors open between 9 am and 1 pm. www.deverellhall.co.uk/whats-on/sms-militaria-fair/