Back by popular demand – it’s time for Convoy in the Park! It may only be the second year this weekend event has been held, but after the fantastic success of its inaugural outing, there are already a lot of people looking forward to attending. Owners and employees of haulage companies and truck enthusiasts alike will come together to celebrate and experience the family-friendly entertainment, thrills and nonstop fun this exciting event has to offer.
The Highlights
•Racing – Revving up to speeds of 100mph, Convoy’s six races are quite diverse. From a NASCAR-esque pickup truck competition with an American flair, to the amateur-friendly French 2CV Championship, to five-tonne British lorry racing, there’s something here for everyone.
•Trade show – Whether you’re looking to purchase from the best of the best or you want to set up your own stand, this trade show will allow you to buy and sell a huge selection of truck-related products.
•Kids’ entertainment – With entertainers, bouncy castles, a funfair and face painters, the little ones are sure to have a blast all weekend.
•Stunt shows – With some of the best and most impressive teams of synchronised driving and stunt drifting in Europe, these shows are set to thrill!
•Music – Rock n roll lovers will go wild over these eight live music shows. Over the course of the weekend, you’ll hear everything from an 80s rock show to artists such as The Counterfeit Beatles and Alley Cat Kings.
•Monster truck rides – Red Dragon is the monster truck you’ve been waiting for. This thundering vehicle has V8 power and can hold up to ten passengers at once – and she’s offering rides all weekend. Get on board!
•General fun – Exhilarating rides, rides and drives in mini monster trucks, face painting, racing model cars and a line up of over 1,000 amazing lorries of all eras, types and sizes – there’s so much to do that you won’t have a second to even think about being bored at Convoy in the Park.
The Logistics
Located at Donington Park, this weekend event is fun for the whole family. This year, it’s held from Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd July. Make sure you book your tickets soon as they’re selling like hot cakes. You don’t want to miss out on all the terrific truck fun.
Whether you’ve got a passion for lorries, you love being an employee of one of our great UK haulage companies, or you’re just up for a fun, family-friendly day out, Convoy in the Park is fast becoming one of the most anticipated events of summer. Despite this only being its second year it’s already gained a host of lifelong fans.
But don’t take our word for it – head down to Donington and become a part of the growing tradition that is Convoy in the Park.
Norman Dulwich is a Correspondent for Haulage Exchange, the leading online trade network for the road transport industry. Connecting professionals across the UK and Europe through their website, Haulage Exchange provides services for matching haulage companies or self-employed drivers with jobs in road transport and haulage work. Over 5,300 member companies are networked together through the Exchange to fill empty capacity, get new clients and form long-lasting business relationships.
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