Come and help us celebrate at Cranfield University

Come and help us celebrate Cranfield University’s landmark achievement and rich legacy in education on 19th July, at a spectacular event marking 65 years of automotive innovation and 25 years of motorsport excellence.

The Coachmakers has an ongoing close relationship with Cranfield through our bursaries for MSc students who otherwise would be deserving but financially unable to attend the course, or complete extra-curricular projects. We will have a stand at the show flanked by the two projects we support.

What to expect:

A stunning vehicle exhibition

Step into the past, present, and future of automotive engineering with an exclusive ‘Cranfield road and race car highway’, featuring:

Iconic classic cars spanning seven decades;

High-performance race cars and motorsport legends;

Ground-breaking research vehicles, including autonomous and electric models.

Would you like to showcase your vehicle? Register on the website in the link below.

Thrilling experiential events

Get behind the wheel or ride in cutting-edge vehicles with classic car ride experiences and simulators to test your driving skills on legendary circuits.

Expert insights and guest speakers

Engage with industry pioneers in an inspiring lecture series featuring automotive and motorsport experts. Cranfield will also provide insights into the latest research and academic programmes.

Exclusive campus tours

Explore Cranfield’s world-class facilities, including:
Wind tunnels
Drive in loop simulators
Pit garage
Mechatronics research
Battery research lab
Cranfield Impact Centre
Cranfield Off Road Dynamics Facility (B54)
Virtual prototyping validation lab.

Other activities

In addition to the main attractions, guests can enjoy a variety of interactive activities:

The future of automotive and motorsport at Cranfield – An exhibition showcasing Cranfield’s latest advancements and research shaping the future of the industry.

Cranfield automotive history display – A timeline celebrating Cranfield’s rich history in automotive and motorsport engineering.

F1 parts wall and Scalextric – Test your motorsport knowledge with a hands-on challenge to identify Formula 1 components or enjoy a classic Scalextric race.

Race strategy simulation competition – Step into the shoes of an F1 strategist and compete in a real-time simulation to plan the best race strategy.

Food and drink stalls – Enjoy a variety of food and beverage options throughout the event, offering a selection of delicious meals, snacks and refreshments.

Evening anniversary dinner

Wrap up the day with an anniversary dinner at CMDC at 6.30pm. Connect and network with industry leaders, and celebrate Cranfield’s impact on automotive and motorsport innovation.

Registration for the day is free.

As the dinner is for alumni, industry leaders and guests the number of places available for Coachmakers is limited to 12, so before booking the dinner please email Liveryman Nick Lyford at epsom_lyfords@yahoo.co.uk to ensure there are places available which will be on a first-come first-served basis.

Come and support us and Cranfield on a fascinating and exciting day. Full details of the day, the registration form and dinner booking are in this link: https://cranfield.shorthandstories.com/automotive-and-motorsport-anniversary/index.html