Some of the finest cars in the world to go on show at Heveningham Hall

Just a week remains until the Heveningham Concours opens, from June 29 to 30, showcasing a selection of the finest cars in the world.

Around 50 of these superlative machines – charting decades of automotive and motor sport history – will be displayed on the terraces behind Heveningham Hall, one of the architectural masterpieces of Suffolk.

The cars will be competing for a selection of trophies handed out by a panel of distinguished judges, all of whom who have worked at the pinnacle of automotive design with the world’s most prestigious car makers.

Between them, they have been responsible for icons from McLaren, Porsche and Bentley.

Cars from all those manufacturers – plus many more – will be on display behind the house, many of which are being seen at a concours for the first time.

Not only that, but the event takes place alongside the Aviation Concours, Country Fair and Food Festival; all of which help to provide the perfect day out on the Heveningham Estate for the entire family.

The Tour of Suffolk will also be held on the Friday before the concours opens: a drive along some of the county’s most spectacular roads to showcase the wide variety of cars on display.

Some of these cars will also be driving up “Horsepower Hill” during the concours: a demonstration run held within Heveningham’s stunning grounds that showcases these works of art in motion.

With planes, cars, food, drink and merchandise, there will be something for everyone throughout the weekend.

Proceeds from the event, which takes place at the same time as the Heveningham Country Fair, will go to local charities.

Lois Hunt, head of the organising committee, said: “This year, we’ve come up with an even more eclectic and fascinating collection of cars than ever and we’re delighted to welcome back our panel of judges who have truly written the story of automotive design.

“Style and design is at the very heart of what we do which is why the Heveningham Concours is like no other event in the world of cars.

“We are privileged to welcome some incredibly special guests this year from all over the world, such as Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance chairman Sandra Button, and Prodrive chairman David Richards.

“Hosting the top manufacturers, sporting organisations and media in the automotive space, Heveningham is the destination of choice for those who really know and love cars from every era.”

Tickets are still available for the event, via the official website www.heveninghamconcours.com

Doors will open at 9am on Saturday, June 29, and the event will conclude on Sunday, June 30, at 5pm.

Judging will take place on Saturday afternoon with the winners announced on Saturday evening.