Steam at the Hoops raises money for charity in Bassingbourn

The event was created by Clive Flack, and is hosted each year by The Hoops pub landlords Russell and Tracy Wollaston.

Darren Swain, Melvyn Camps and organiser Clive Flack at Steam at the Hoops (Image: Clive Porter)

On Saturday, May 18, crowds gathered to see Showman's engines, rare classic cars, vintage tractors and motorcycles.

Highlights this year included a 1927 Sentinel three-way steam tipper belonging to Melvyn Camps, a rare 1928 Humber 14/40 Tourer owned by husband and wife Adam and Laura Brown, and a Fowler 13922 Showman's engine from Allan Marchington.

Entertainment was provided by two Dutch street organs, with face painting and a bouncy castle for children.

Russell Wollaston, landlord of The Hoops pub (Image: Clive Porter)

Clive said: "Special thanks to our sponsors, Raffle and Square sellers Suzanne and Murray Smith, and all of our helpers and exhibitors who have made the event possible, and also to Jeremy Curzon who skilfully conducted our auction once again.

"Last but by no means least to my long suffering partner, Jacqui, and son, Richie."

Laura Brown with her 1928 Humber 1440 Tourer (Image: Clive Porter)

During the 10 years since the event began, Steam at the Hoops has raised £25,000 for Bassingbourn charities.

An auction this year raised £1,800, which will be used to help people in the community.

Vintage tractors at Steam at the Hoops (Image: Clive Porter)

A Hoadley Showman's engine at Steam at the Hoops (Image: Clive Porter)

Rollers at Steam at the Hoops (Image: Clive Porter)