The Great British Jaguar Day Show Guide

The Great British Jaguar Day opens at 9am on Saturday 23 May, with Chris Harris on Cars, Bicester Motion and Car & Classic having gathered a stellar line-up to celebrate the archetypal British marque.

Expect Jaguar experts from road and track in conversation, plus nine decades' worth of hero cars spanning the past, present and future of the marque.

The forecast is looking promising too, and picnic blankets are encouraged. This is a very British love letter to some very British cars.

Haven't secured your ticket yet? A few still remain here.

The schedule…

9:40am
Guy Broad & Michael Culhane
Go-to Jaguar restoration and servicing expert Guy Broad and collector Michael Culhane in conversation with Neil Clifford.

10:10am
Henry Pearman
Founder of Eagle E-types Henry Pearman reveals the key to the best E-types – and his love of Group C Jaguars.

10:40am
Ian Callum
Hear from the man who designed the greatest supercar the marque never made: the Jaguar C-X75.

11:10am
David Brabham
Le Mans winner David Brabham discusses the epic XJR-14 and winning the Jaguar Intercontinental Challenge for XJR-15s.

11:30am
The Car Podcast Live with Matt Becker
A full-length live podcast as the former Lotus chief engineer and now Jaguar vehicle engineering director at JLR explains how to make a great Jaguar again.

12:40pm
Wayne Scott & Dom Elms
A lesson in Jaguar history, with the Jaguar Enthusiast Magazine editor and the JLR Classic director.

1:10pm
The Project 8 Team
Inside the barnstorming Jaguars of the Project 8 series, the most powerful Jags on the road.

1:40pm
Tom Wood
Meet the owner of Car and Classic, partner of the Chris Harris and Friends podcast.

2:00pm
Grant Williams
One of the fastest racers behind the wheel of a Mk1 Jag anywhere in the world.

The event map

The Car & Classic Stage
You'll find the stage taking pride of place in the Paddock — the hub for all the expert talks, surrounded by a handpicked selection of Jaguars on display.

Past, present and future
Step inside Hangar 113 for a 70-car display covering 90 years of Jaguar, from race and road. It promises to be quite a spectacle — and you won't want to miss a special appearance by the Type 00.

Car & Classic
Adjacent to the Watch Office, Car & Classic brings together a remarkable collection of the finest Jaguars on offer. Spot something you love? It may well be at auction on Car & Classic. 

Cake Tent
No celebration of a great British marque would be complete without cake. Bake something fitting and bring it along to be judged by the stars of The Car Podcast themselves. A Daim-ler Brownie? An E-Type É-clair? Get creative and bring it along to the tent as soon as you arrive. 

The Cake Tent area is the perfect place to lay down a picnic blanket and enjoy a spot of lunch in glorious surroundings. 

Top Cat Displays
Arriving in something special? Standout Jaguars might well receive a 'Top Cats' hanger for your mirror and a spot in one of our two dedicated display areas, within a whisker of the action.  

Accessible Parking

Blue Badge holders should keep their badge visible on entry as stewards will direct you to the accessible parking area, close to all the action. Accessible toilets are also available on site.

Download the map here.

Step into the world of Type 00 in Hangar 113..

Join us to uncover & understand the thinking behind the car, from its provenance and craftsmanship to the ideas that define its form.

An opportunity to see more, hear more, and experience more. Join the JLR team in Hangar 113 at 10am, 11am, 1pm or 1:45pm.

Find out more...

As a true celebration of all things Jaguar, here are two ways you could be part of the show itself... 

Top Cats
The 'Top Cats' display are our way of celebrating the cars that put the biggest smiles on our faces. Volunteers with the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust will be on the lookout for standout Jags as they arrive, handing out display passes to their favourites. If you receive one, simply follow the marshals' directions to the Top Cats display area. 

Awards from The Car Podcasters
The team from Chris Harris and Friends will be roaming the car parks in search of Jaguars that fit their tongue-in-cheek prize categories. Winners will receive a Great British Jaguar Day rosette, with categories including 'Rust Patch of the Year', 'It's Just Totally Cool!', and 'How Did It Make It Here'. There's also an award for 'The Longest Unbroken Journey to Bicester', so if you've travelled far, note down your mileage at the Cake Tent.

Each team member will also choose the car they'd most like to take home.

Cake is set to be one of the highlights of The Great British Jaguar Day — and that's where you come in…

Prizes are on offer for the best bakes, judged by Chris Harris and The Car Podcast team.

Find out how to take part...

Event FAQs

What are the timings of the event?
The event is 9am-4pm on Saturday 23 May.  

Which entrances do vehicles use?
Vehicles will be directed by yellow event signs to the gates on Buckingham Road and Skimmingdish Lane. Please follow the event signage.

Which entrance do pedestrians use?
Pedestrians with a valid ticket must use Gate 8.

Can I bring along additional guests on the day? 
No, it is advance passes only. Tickets are available from Universe and will not be available on the gate. Please pass on the following link to friends or family still requiring a ticket: https://www.universe.com/events/the-great-british-jaguar-day-with-chris-harris-friends-and-car-classic-tickets-X32HVS

Do I have to pay for parking?
No, parking is free. There is no additional charge. 

Can I display my Jaguar?
The question on every Jaguar owners lips. The short answer is yes, but it's first come first served. Read more about it here. 

Do I need to buy a pass for every person in my vehicle?
Yes, everyone needs an individual pass. Children aged four and under are free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder but do require a pass.

Can I amend my pass details online?
Yes you can, here. 

What catering will be available?
There will be plenty of catering outlets on site, serving hot and cold drinks and a variety of offerings for all dietary requirements.

Are dogs allowed on site?
Yes, well behaved dogs are allowed on site but must be kept on their leads at all times. Please clean up after your dog - bins are provided on site and do remember that vehicles will be moving around and the airfield is active.

Is there any readmission?
No, sorry, there is no readmission if you leave the site during the event.

Do you provide passes for Blue Badge visitor carers or assistants?
If you are Blue Badge holder and require full-time assistance, we are happy to provide 1 complimentary pass. You will need to book your ticket first and in order to receive this free pass, please send a copy of your most recent DLA or PIP letter showing your current entitlement to events@bicestermotion.com. We will then send you the complimentary ticket for your carer/companion.

What accessible facilities are available?
There is a dedicated accessible parking area close to the event entrance, please do ensure you have your blue badge permit in your car window. There are also a accessible toilets on site.

Do you have ATMs at Bicester Motion?
No, but there are plenty nearby at the local petrol stations and supermarkets.

I'm experiencing problems purchasing an admission pass online
Please contact our admission pass provider Universe.

Refunds
Refunds were available up to 30 days prior to the event. Unfortunately, we are unable to process refund requests beyond this period.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Great British Jaguar Day! Haven't secured your ticket yet? Pick up yours here.