THE Gloucestershire Steam & Vintage Extravaganza, are pleased to announce that the Raging Bull Aerobatic display will stun the crowds at the show on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August. The show which takes place at South Cerney Airfield, Cirencester from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd August 2014, organisied by local volunteers to raise money for local and national charities. The show has grown dramatically in recent years and is now widely regarded as one of the biggest and best Steam, Vintage and Countryside events in the UK. Attracting thousands of exhibits from all corners of the British Isles, as well as some from further afield - it really is a nostalgic road trip into bygone years.

This year the show celebrates its 40th year, an amazing feat by all the volunteers that have organised it over the years and we want to celebrate with everyone especially those born on 6th or 7th September 1975 - the weekend of the very first show. If you were born on that weekend, we will send you one complimentary ticket for the show. (DOB ID will be required). Please contact: Helen@eventspr.co.uk The show was originally conceived for steam enthusiasts, but the range of exhibits has grown year on year. It now boasts a huge array of vintage transport, from buses and coaches, commercial vehicles, static aircrafts, classic cars, steam engines, traction engines, motorcycles through to military vehicles, emergency vehicles tractors and historic caravans. A live action arena is an integral part of the event with interactive demonstrations taking place every day, alongside the popular steam driven vintage fun fair and the welcome return of Ken Fox Wall of Death, one of the last original Wall of Deaths dating back to 1929, making a welcome return to wow the crowds as they perform tricks, acrobatics and high-speed chases on their 1920’s Indian motorcycles. If this isn’t enough in the skies above will be the Raging Bull aerobatic team and the ‘Jump for Heroes’ Parachute Team, proving a fantastic day out for all the family.

The classic car section alone has over 600 vehicles represented, showcasing veteran, pre-war, post-war, American to modern classics. Alongside regular exhibits are rare and remarkable stories of restoration projects and histories to be told.

Gloucestershire Steam & Vintage Extravaganza is packed full of exhibits, displays and curiosity stalls to keep the whole family entertained for hours with displays of Victorian memorabilia ranging from antique sewing and knitting machines and model dolls houses to vintage garden tools, cycles to home wares.

Alongside the hundreds of vintage vehicles and stalls, will be the popular steam driven vintage fun fair, 'electric yachts', waltzer, big wheel, steam-driven 'gallopers', face painting, dodgems and traditional arcade games, plus an Animal and Countryside area with poultry, Shire Horses, rare breeds, Alpacas and Ferrets with an arena demonstrating Horse Logging, Falconry and dog agility.

There we will also be a vintage tea dance which will include lots of cake! if you are a lindy hop dancer, why not join us! A prize will be awarded for the best dancers, performing in vintage clothes. Lindy Hoppers to receive free tickets if taking part, please contact: rebecca@eventspr.co.uk Many of the event section leaders and organisers have been involved with the event throughout its 40 year history. Mike Smith, Stroud said ‘I never lost my childhood passion for old motor cars and steam railways so joining the transport preservation movement and working on the show has given me the opportunity to have a ‘hands on’ role with my hobby. At times, as a volunteer, it’s like a full time job, and takes allot of work to pull off large scale event, but I’m proud of what we have achieved in the 40 years and find it very rewarding, to see the pleasure that it gives others’.

Chairman of the Stroud Vintage Transport and Engine Club, Martyn Slater, said: ‘The Gloucestershire Steam & Vintage Extravaganza is the biggest of its kind run entirely by volunteers and I am proud to be involved. As well as raising money for local and national charities, our aim is to provide a safe and happy environment for everyone to celebrate our unique transport history, and actively encourage interaction between exhibitors and visitors, in hope that it inspires others to get involved in the preservation of historic vehicles.’ The Gloucestershire Steam & Vintage Extravaganza is a great day out for all the family.

Admission Information: Show opens at 10 am.

Ticket prices Pre Sale On the day FRIDAY Adult £5.60 Junior £3.20 Adult £6.00 Junior £4.00 SATURDAY or SUNDAY Adult £8.00 Junior £4.00 Family £20.00 Adult £10.00 Junior £5.00 Family £25.00 WEEKENDER Adult £12.00 Junior £6.00 Family £28.00 Adult £15.00 Junior £8.00 Family £35.00 Family tickets Includes two adults and two children. Juniors (Age 5-15) Weekender tickets: Includes entry to all three days but no overnight camping.

Discounted tickets are available to buy online at www.glossteamextravaganza.com or from Cirencester Tourist Information Centre, located next to the Corinium Museum. Public enquiries contact T: 01453 890891 A free vintage bus service will be operating around the perimeter of the show site, and to and from Kemble railway station throughout the show to connect with selected First Great Western Trains. For details of the bus schedule and further details, please visit the website.