Royal Tunbridge Wells Festival of Motoring

Tunbridge Wells can trace its history back to the 1600s but its association with motoring alone goes back to the 1800s, as the town hosted its first “horseless carriage exhibition” in 1895. The Festival of Motoring will celebrate this long history through to the present day on the 1st and 2nd August. Full details of this year’s event haven’t yet been confirmed but 2025’s event (a 130-year celebration) was a big hit, with more than 6000 visitors turning up to enjoy the cars and bikes. As a public event, it’s completely free to attend.