THE region's largest commercial honey farm will be buzzing on Sunday, August 31 (10am to 5pm) when it plays host to some 200 vintage cars, steam engines, military vehicles, buses and farm tractors - dating back more than 50 years - as part of an open day in aid of local charities.
For the fourth year in a row, the Robson family, of Chain Bridge Honey Farm, Horncliffe, near Berwick, is joining forces with Berwick Rotary Club to stage a vintage and classic rally in the fields and buildings adjoining their honey processing plant,
one of the largest in the country.
Apart from the many vehicles on display, there will also be two music stages.
One will feature established performers, such as TJ Johnson's professional jazz musicians, from London, Mike Phelans, a one-man rock show, and Phil Bailey, a popular Johnny Cash tribute act.
A neighbouring marquee will be the venue for upcoming local bands playing folk and traditional music.
There will also be live music on the evening preceding the vintage day, Saturday, August 30.
There will be a guest appearance on Sunday by Geoff Capes , twice the World's Strongest Man, and holder of the British and Commonwealth shot-putt record for 23 years, until 2003.
He competed in three Olympic Games and turned professional in 1980 to take part in strong man competitions and Highland games.
These days he is better known as a champion budgerigar exhibitor and has enjoyed many show successes.
Refreshments will be available at both events. Entry on Sunday is £4 for adults (£2 concessions) with children under 12 admitted free.
Admission to Saturday night's concert is £5.
Previous open days at the farm have raised many thousands of pounds for local charities.
