Huge crowds see Race the Waves

Bridlington’s south beach was transformed into a spectacular showcase of vintage speed, imaginative flair, and community celebration over the weekend.

With perfect blue skies overhead and the sea breeze rolling in, thousands gathered for a beloved annual event: Race the Waves and the Bridlington Steampunk Weekend.

The event was organised by Backfire Promotions. Photo by Richard Ponterplaceholder image
The event was organised by Backfire Promotions. Photo by Richard Ponter

Petrolheads and beachgoers alike were treated to the thunderous sight and sound of classic cars, motorcycles, hot rods, and home-built marvels tearing down a makeshift track carved by the tide.

The Bridlington Steampunk Weekend, running alongside Race the Waves, also drew crowds into a world of Victorian futurism, alternative history, and theatrical flair.

Classic cars, motorcycles, hot rods, and home-built marvels were on show. Photo: Ewan Cameronplaceholder image
Classic cars, motorcycles, hot rods, and home-built marvels were on show. Photo: Ewan Cameron
The Jack Tars provides entertainment at the event. Photo: Ewan Cameronplaceholder image
The Jack Tars provides entertainment at the event. Photo: Ewan Cameron
Eliza and Chel deliver theatrical flair at the Steampunk event. Photo: Richard Ponterplaceholder image
Eliza and Chel deliver theatrical flair at the Steampunk event. Photo: Richard Ponter
Thousands of people gathered for Race the Waves. Photo: Ewan Cameronplaceholder image
Thousands of people gathered for Race the Waves. Photo: Ewan Cameron
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