Salon Privé has opened entries for the 2026 Salon Privé Concours by Aviva Private Clients, returning to Blenheim Palace on 02 to 03 September for its 21st edition.
Following a landmark 20th-anniversary event, organisers promise an even more spectacular line-up for the prestigious two-day showcase, the only professionally judged multi-marque Concours in the UK.
Held on the South Lawn of Blenheim Palace, the 2026 Concours will once again gather exceptional privately owned classic and modern supercars from around the world.
Next year’s classes will span Pre-war and Post-war Open and Closed categories, Sports Racers, Ferraris and Evolution of the Supercar, forming a varied and competitive field.
A special highlight for 2026 will be a dedicated class honouring the 80th anniversary of Bristol Cars. Celebrating the uniquely British marque’s long heritage, the class will feature models from across Bristol’s back catalogue, dating back to 1946.
Andrew Bagley, Chairman and co-founder of Salon Privé, said:
“We are inviting Concours examples from the Bristol back catalogue stretching all the way to 1946 and are honoured to announce a dedicated class celebrating the 80th anniversary of Bristol Cars.
“As one of Britain’s most charismatic marques, we look forward to welcoming outstanding examples to Blenheim Palace, and to sharing the celebration with owners and enthusiasts alike.”
Founded after the Second World War by engineers from the Bristol Aeroplane Company, Bristol Cars quickly earned a reputation for exquisite, hand-built grand tourers favoured by celebrities and royalty including Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III.
Alongside the dedicated Concours class, the marque will also present new models within the Salon Privé Automotive Gallery.
Jason Wharton, Executive Chairman of Bristol Cars, said:
“As we prepare for Bristol’s 80th anniversary, it’s a privilege to see our marque recognised by Salon Privé. Our Vision 8.0 roadmap is all about reimagining Bristol for a new generation while honouring its hand-built, aeronautical heritage.”
Next year’s event follows an impressive 2025 Concours, where a 1936 Mercedes-Benz 500 K Spezial Roadster by Sindelfingen won Best of Show out of 60 entries from 13 countries.
Runner Up and the People’s Choice Award went to Anne Brockinton Lee’s rare 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica Coupé ‘Super Fast’ Prototype by Pinin Farina.
Check out our Salon Privé 2025 highlights collection page.
