The British Motor Museum has been confirmed as the host venue for Petrol & Pride 2026, as this inclusive automotive event returns to Gaydon with a larger format, broader programme and growing support from across the events sector. Petrol & Pride is a special motoring gathering created for members, friends and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community which provides a platform for everyone to show off their pride in their wheels and themselves. Taking place on Sunday 26 July 2026, Petr

Expanded delegate experiences, incentive options, staff investment and future hotel development highlight the venue’s place as “Where industry shapes what’s next.” British Motor Museum Meetings & Events is strengthening its corporate and association offer as organisers look for venues that can help them deliver greater value, stronger engagement and more memorable face-to-face experiences. The centrally located venue is building on its position at the heart of the UK’s automo

For the first time in the UK, the unique world of Forza Horizon is stepping off the screen and into the real home of British motoring. The British Motor Museum today announces the launch of Forza Horizon 6 The Experience, a bold new exhibition, running from May to the end of November, where digital car culture meets real-world motoring, created in partnership with the critically acclaimed Midlands-based developers of the Forza Horizon series, Playground Games. To celebrate th

UK’s Leading Defence SME and Supply‑Chain Summit Heads to the British Motor Museum this November as Make UK Defence Expands its Flagship Event The British Motor Museum has been selected as the host for the UK’s leading event for UK defence SMEs and supply chain companies, the Make UK Defence Summit, on 18-19 November 2026. Make UK Defence is a national not-for-profit, member owned defence trade association representing around 900 UK defence manufacturers across the UK. Se

The British Motor Museum has expanded its range of optional activities and experiences, giving organisers more ways to build energy into conferences and events, encourage networking and leave delegates with more memorable moments. Designed for easy add on to meetings, conferences, exhibitions and business events, the options range from quick, competitive challenges in coffee breaks to immersive experiences with vehicles from the Museum’s collection. Home to the world’s large

The British Motor Museum has welcomed the start of work on a Fairfield by Marriott hotel development, adjacent to the venue. Set to become the first Fairfield by Marriott in the UK, the hotel is planned to open in June 2027 and will add convenient, high-quality accommodation for conference and event delegates as well as Museum visitors. The current programme indicates practical completion in May 2027 with a planned opening in June 2027. Home to the world’s largest collection