London To Brighton Veteran Car Run Cancelled

Wednesday, 21 October 2020 13:01

By John Warburton @Warblefly

1904 Delaugere & Clayette 40HP car in Madeira Drive, 2019 (Photo: Peter Trimming / Creative Commons)

Next month's annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run has been cancelled due to safety concerns connected to Covid-19 infections.

The RAC says it pulled November 1st's event "with deep regret".

The car rally dates back to 1896, and the motoring organisation claims it's taken place without interruptions, every year since since 1947.

Next year will be the event's 125th anniversary.

In a statement, the Royal Automobile Club said:

"It is with deep regret that the Royal Automobile Club has been forced to cancel the 2020 RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run (Sunday 1 November).

"Given that the Run has taken place without interruption since 1947, this decision has not been taken lightly.

"We have been working tirelessly with the local authorities along the route to plan a Run which would be safe for the participants, staff and spectators.

"However, respecting the Government’s efforts to control the current rise in COVID-19 infections, this is no longer possible.

"All participants and supporters are now looking forward to celebrating the 125th Anniversary in style next year on 7 November 2021.

"We would like to thank the Veteran Car Run Steering Group, partners and participants for their encouragement, commitment and support - and wish everyone a safe year ahead."

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