2020 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run called off

One month on from the cancellation of the Regent Street motor show, the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run that was set to run the day after the popular single-day show on November 1 has also been scrapped.

The decision comes as Britain grips with a so-called second wave of COVID-19 cases and will mark the first time since 1947 that the Veteran Car Run hasn't taken place.

A look back at the time we took on the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

We tried to drive from London to Brighton in a 118-year-old Fiat

A date for a planned running next year has been announced though, with it set to take place on November 7 2021.

"The organisers have been working tirelessly with the local authorities along the route to plan a Run which would be safe for the participants, staff and spectators," read a statement by the event organisers. "However, respecting the Government’s efforts to control the current rise in COVID-19 infections, this is no longer possible.

"All participants and supporters are now looking forward to celebrating the 125th Anniversary in style next year on 7 November 2021.

"The Royal Automobile Club would like to thank the Veteran Car Run Steering Group, partners and participants for their encouragement, commitment and support – and wish everyone a safe year ahead."