Pickering - Moors

Pickering 1940s Weekend

Dates:
Fri 10 Oct 2025 12:00 AM - Sun 12 Oct 2025 12:00 AM
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About Pickering 1940s Weekend

Pickering’s beloved 1940s Weekend returns this October, transforming the charming North Yorkshire market town into a living tribute to civilian life during WWII. visitors can immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the era with live swing music, vintage fashion, and historic vehicles lining the streets.

Highlights include:

- Guided walks from Beck Isle Museum

- Military Vehicle Display

- Vintage Emporium at the Memorial Hall

- 1940s Costume Exhibition and Learning Zone at the Beck Isle Museum

- Vintage Car Displays

- Shuttle Bus to Eden Camp (Saturday Only)

Whether you're a history buff or simply love vintage charm, this weekend promises joy, resilience, and a true sense of community. Dress up, dance along, and relive the spirit of the 1940s!

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