Starting with over 50 historic military vehicles booked into the event, there will be plenty to look at, and possibly jog a few memories.

Stop and talk to the owners, they will be happy to pass the time with you as many of these members of the Military Vehicle Trust live and breath with a passion for their machines.

The vehicles will be paraded around a large arena during the morning, allowing the spectators the chance to hear some of the sounds of these old workhorses.

A Pipe Band will play music to give a break to the parade of green vehicles.

At about 1pm, the only flying Huey in the UK will call in for a visit, landing in the arena.

The helicopter is maintained and stored locally, having been shipped over from America and restored from a carcass upwards.

This type of helicopter was used extensively in the Vietnam War as both a troop carrier and hospital transport.

The North West Collectors Association are mainly based around the Manchester and Bury area of the North West.

They collect uniforms and weapons relating to the infantry used in the Second World War by both sides.

The weapons are blank firing, so appear to be very realistic.

Together with the handywork of a couple of pyrotechnic experts, they will be re-enacting a battle that is like the real thing but without the blood.

A variety of entertainment will be provided throughout the day in a marquee that will also be used for a 40s themed dance on Saturday 30th August at 19:00.

Tickets are available for this dance from Rawcliffe Hall on 01995 670491.

Featured artists include The Crown Top Kings, Jill Daniels and Andy Eastwood.

Entrance to the event on the Sunday is £5 (£3 for Senior citizens and children under 15).

Gates are open from 10am until 16pm.

The event will be supporting the Combat Stress charity, providing support to military personnel who suffer from stress related disorders as a result of combat situations.

The location of all this activity is Rawcliffe Hall Caravan Park, Out Rawcliffe, just across the Cartford Bridge at Little Eccelston off the A586.

Rawcliffe Hall is a historic building originally dating back to 1154.

Its history has been linked to the deeds of Oliver Cromwell.

The estate is now a large country club and static caravan park.

It has hosted these Forties themed events since before the turn of the century.

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