Joby Carter has announced the next phase of the sale of the vintage fairground rides, vehicles and a vintage living wagon from Carters Steam Fair. This next phase of the sale includes rare vintage vehicles which were not previously available as well as various assorted spares, fairground related equipment, memorabilia and artefacts.
Joby says:
“We’re in the final phase of relocating the rides and vintage vehicles to new owners. This is a big event in the calendar for anyone interested in vintage fairground rides or vintage vehicles and anyone who was a fan of the fair. It’s held across multiple days so that those in the industry will have a chance to come and view.
We’ve already sold three of our big rides and all of the smaller rides and sidestalls: we have found them new homes that we’re really happy with. Everything is going out in pristine condition that I’m proud to put my name to. The Ark had all the platforms repainted and hinges replaced, the Chair O Plane had the steps repainted, the rounding boards on the Toytown ride were repainted too . From small repairs and replacement parts to updated artwork featuring the new owner’s names, we’ve taken care of it all for the new owners so it all looks pristine.
This next phase has four of our famous rides and some vintage vehicles that weren’t previously for sale. We are currently restoring two of the lorries and they’re being sold into preservation with our name on it.
There’s also lots of spare parts and including lorry axles, engine parts, 110v DC parts and other fairground related items. It would be easier to scrap some of this stuff but it’s not responsible, we want to find the right homes for everything. I’ve got too much stuff to mention, there’s bargains to be had!”
All items are available for sale with immediate effect and offers are accepted.
There will be a series of Open Days in June for trade and the public to visit. There will also be an auction of fairground art and handpainted signs as well as a day dedicated to showcasing the traditional skills of signwriting. Across the Open Days there will be a wide range of vintage vehicles on display and the remaining vintage fairground rides might be built up for viewings (subject to availability). (These will not be in operation for the public to ride during the Open Days).
Carters Steam Fair 2024 Sale and Open Days:
Key dates and times for your diary:
Wednesday 12 & Thursday 13 June:
- Open 9-5pm for viewings to trade and preservationists. To arrange a viewing contact [email protected]
Friday 14 – Sunday 16 June:
Open to the public with different events each day:
- Friday 14 June, open 10-4pm (view the vintage vehicles, see the auction lots and get first dibs on memorabilia or hand painted letters)
- Saturday 15 June, open 10-4 with auction taking place at 12 noon: Auction of fairground art and handpainted signs
- Sunday 16 June, open 10-4pm: Signwriting Sunday event – free event with signwriting demonstrations
Open days are held at the main Carters Steam Fair yard and restoration workshops:
Carters Yard, Grove Park Industrial Estate, Waltham Road, White Waltham, Maidenhead, SL6 3JF
More information about the sale and open days can be found here.
Which fairground rides are still available to buy?
- Gallopers
- Skid
- Steam Yachts
- Dodgems
All rides are in perfect condition ready to go on transport.
Which vintage vehicles are available?
New to the sale –
Five lorries:
- Scammell Number 1 with Gardner engine. (Known as Kathleen in our fleet). It’s been off the road for many years but structurally very sound.
- Scammell Highwayman (Number 2 or Mr Plod in our fleet) . Gardner engine 6lw. Starts every time, fitted with a winch and Gardner 4lw 110volt lighting set. Cab is in need of restoration
- Scammell Highwayman Victorius (Number 12 in our fleet). 150 Gardner engine. This vehicle was working with the fair until the final season.
- Scammell Highwayman The Maidonian (Number14 in our fleet) with 180 LX Gardner engine. The vehicle has undergone a full restoration including having a new engine fitted and a winch mounted under the generator. This has a Gardner 6lw 110v DC 264amp dynamo.
- Atkinson Venturer, full 8 cylinder Gardner engine rebuild and new cab in first class condition (Number 9 in the fleet)Vintage living wagon
- Joby Carter’s Hurst of Retford Showman’s living wagon. Full repaint and decoration in 2023
How to make an offer or buy the rides or vintage vehicles from the fair
All items are currently available for sale and some items are currently under discussion. Prices will be released on the Carters Steam Fair website at the beginning of June or if you are interested in finding out more contact [email protected]
These will be popular so don’t wait until the Open Days to view if you have an immediate interest.
Fairground art and hand painted signs auction
On Saturday 15 June at 12 noon there will be an auction of hand painted signs and fairground art. Joby is clearing out the sheds at the yard and has lots of lovely artwork needing a new home. All are welcome: guide prices are £25-£500 per piece. You’ll be able to preview the lots on Friday from 10-4pm or on Saturday morning before the auction.
Follow Joby Carter on social media to find out which pieces of artwork will be available.
Special offer: hand painted letters
Hand painted letters created for the alphabets which feature in Joby’s second book All the Fonts of The Fair will be available with a special offer of buy one get one half price. (lower priced item half price).
A great idea for father’s day or as a gift for someone special.
There will be individual letters available in styles which are not available online. The offer will run across the whole week. Only available in person, not available online.
Signwriting Sunday event
Following two successful events in December and March, Joby will be hosting his third Signwriting Sunday event. He will be opening the doors of his restoration workshop for anyone with a love or interest in hand painted lettering to visit. They will be able to see signwriters in action painting in a variety of different styles of lettering and they can also stock up on signwriting supplies from Joby Carter’s range of professional signwriting supplies which includes brushes, palettes, mahl sticks and paints.
Free entry all day 10-4pm.
You can see photos from a previous Signwriting Sunday event here on Joby Carters blog.
We look forward to seeing you in June!
