Cars at the Castle

A fun fuelled day, set within the picturesque Hertford Castle grounds. With over 50 exhibiting cars and motorcycles, live music, and food & drink stalls it's a perfect day out for car enthusiasts and all the family. Plus, the Castle will be open for the public to explore. 

Sponsorship

Gates is a family-owned and operated Ford Main Dealer with dealerships across Hertfordshire, Essex, and London. Established in 1920, they have been involved in many local and community events over the years with 2023 being no exception. Gates is delighted to be sponsoring “Cars at the Castle” in Hertford once again this year and we are excited to be attending this year’s show with a selection of our latest New Ford Cars on display. The Gates’ Events Team is looking forward to the event and to meeting local car enthusiasts and visitors alike.

Note for stallholders and vendors: Booking forms have now been moved online. To book a pitch please login to your account or register your details here: Event Stallholder Information. 

Event Information 

Location 

Hertford Castle, Castle Street, SG14 1HR 

Entry information 

The event is FREE of charge to attend, you are however welcome to donate to the Mayor of Hertford’s Charity Appeal Fund. 

The Castle grounds can be accessed by foot at any of the following pedestrian gates: Castle Street, St Andrew Street Car Park, Main Castle Gate off The Wash or through the Moat Garden on Castle Street.

Parking

Unfortunately, there is no public parking at Hertford Castle (including disabled) but there are a number of car parks close to the Castle which are free to use on Sundays. Please click here to download a map of the local car parks. 

Amenities 

Toilets are located to the side of the main lawn on the footpath by the Ashley Webb Shelter. 

Disabled toilets & baby changing facilities are available inside the castle, please speak to a volunteer on the door for access. 

First aid is located on the riverbank by the Ashley Webb shelter.