Salon Privé News
Browse the latest news and stories about Salon Privé. Celebrating the finest in luxury, performance, and classic motoring, Salon Privé is the UK’s most exclusive automotive garden party, set against the magnificent backdrop of Blenheim Palace.
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Richard Hammond set to return to Blenheim Palace for Salon Privé 2026
Former Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond will return to Blenheim Palace this September as one of the headline guests at Salon Privé 2026, where he will judge the Concours de Vente and meet visitors during Supercar Saturday and Supercar Sunday.
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The Art of White: Salon Privé’s extraordinary collection of white automotive icons coming to Blenheim Palace
From pearl-finished hypercars to rare classics, Salon Privé’s White Collection will bring together some of the world’s most desirable automobiles in a celebration of one of motoring’s most timeless colours.
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Salon Privé introduces second Best of Show award as Concours enters a new era
Salon Privé will introduce a second Best of Show trophy for the first time in its 21-year history when the prestigious concours returns to Blenheim Palace this September, alongside the competition’s first-ever electric entrant and new classes celebrating modern collector cars.
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Unique Ferrari 365 GTC/4 will make Blenheim Palace debut at Salon Privé 2026
A rare Ferrari 365 GTC/4, one of only three examples originally finished in Verde Blenheim, will make its first appearance at Blenheim Palace during Salon Privé 2026 – joining a world-class line-up of collector cars at Oxfordshire’s prestigious automotive event this September.
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Salon Privé expands Concours line-up with new supercars and hypercars classes for 2026
Salon Privé has announced the addition of dedicated supercars and hypercars Concours Classes as the prestigious event returns to the grounds of Blenheim Palace this September. The move reflects the rising status of modern performance icons within collector car culture.
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Six rare Lotus Essex Esprit Turbos to unite at Blenheim Palace for landmark Salon Privé display
Six Lotus Essex Esprit Turbos will be reunited at Blenheim Palace during Salon Privé 2026, forming what is believed to be the largest-ever gathering of the rare 1980s model.
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Legendary 1935 Duesenberg SJ Gurney Nutting Speedster to make rare UK appearance at Salon Privé 2026
A one-off 1935 Duesenberg SJ Gurney Nutting Speedster once commissioned by Indian royalty will make its first public appearance at Salon Privé 2026 at Blenheim Palace, marking one of the most significant classic car showcases in the UK this year.
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Salon Privé 2026 unveils first concours entries led by one-off 1952 Ferrari once owned by Juan Perón
Salon Privé 2026 has revealed its first concours entries, including a unique 1952 Ferrari Speciale by Ghia originally owned by Argentine president Juan Perón, alongside a rare Bristol 404 Prototype and a restored Lamborghini Countach 5000S.
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Salon Privé to return to Blenheim Palace in 2026 with expanded five-day luxury automotive showcase
Salon Privé will return to Blenheim Palace in September with its most ambitious edition yet, featuring an expanded five-day programme of classic cars, supercars, luxury brands and lifestyle experiences.
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Salon Privé opens entries for 2026 Concours at Blenheim Palace
Salon Privé has opened entries for its 2026 Concours at Blenheim Palace, featuring a special class honouring 80 years of Bristol Cars alongside world-class classic and modern supercars.
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Abingdon resident wins Boodles Best Hat Competition at Salon Privé 2025
Abingdon’s Cheryl Prior has won Salon Privé’s 2025 Best Hat competition with a design by Louise Clare Millinery. Her victory capped off an edition of the luxury event that welcomed a record 28,000 visitors to Blenheim Palace.
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Salon Privé confirms 2026 return after record-breaking anniversary edition
Salon Privé will return to Blenheim Palace from 02 to 06 September 2026, following its largest-ever weekend in 20 years. This year’s edition drew more than 28,000 guests, celebrated global car debuts, and showcased world-class concours winners.
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Salon Privé 2025 Highlights: Celebrating 20 years of style, speed and elegance at Blenheim Palace
Explore the excitement of Salon Privé 2025 at Blenheim Palace with our highlights series. From opening-day supercars and Concours class winners to the Best in Show and pre- and post-war parades, experience the pinnacle of automotive luxury.
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Salon Privé 2025 Day 5 highlights: Supercar Sunday and Grand Finale
Discover the highlights from Salon Privé Supercar Sunday 2025 at Blenheim Palace – from dazzling displays by 22 car clubs and a vibrant SCC supercar parade, to concours winners judged by Richard Hammond, this thrilling finale captured passion, heritage, and motoring excellence.
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Salon Privé 2025 Day 4 highlights: Concours de Vente and Club Trophy winners parade
Salon Privé 2025 dazzled with the Concours de Vente and Club Trophy winners parades, where rare classics, supercars and hypercars took centre stage. The highlight was the 1933 Invicta S Type, crowned overall winner of the prestigious Club Trophy.
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Salon Privé 2025 Day 4 highlights: Celebrating Car Clubs
Supercar Saturday at Salon Privé 2025 brought together over 1,000 cars from the UK’s leading clubs, record-breaking gatherings, and the Concours de Vente parade. A celebration of camaraderie, heritage and performance on Blenheim Palace’s spectacular North Lawn.