Chester-Le-Street Steam & Vintage Fair


We’re pleased to confirm that the 2026 Chester-Le-Street Steam and Vintage Fair will be held on the estate on the following dates:

Saturday 27th June 2026

Sunday 28th June 2026

2026 marks the 70th anniversary of the first Chester-Le-Street Steam Rally, which took place in 1956. 

We’re looking forward to welcoming visitors and exhibitors as plans are being finalised to make this year’s celebration special. Please keep an eye out on the website below for further announcements.

Chester-Le-Street Steam & Vintage Fair

We’re also pleased to announce the return of the popular lawnmower racing attraction. The fair will host the North West Lawnmower Racing Association. There will be a full weekend of racing on what is known as their longest and fastest circuit of the year.

In the meantime, if you’re planning to take part, please submit your entry forms, book camping plots, and reserve trade space as soon as possible.

For all questions regarding entries, camping, or trade space, please contact the fair organisers at enquiries@cls-steam.co.uk or send a message via their Facebook page.