A VINTAGE rally that was due to take place next month has taken the decision to cancel the event.

Fletchertown Vintage Rally was scheduled to take place on August 15 and 16.

However, the news that the event has been cancelled was announced on Facebook.

The post read: “As I’m sure you are all aware we’ve not had out latest ease of restrictions. And a few of you are probably wondering how this has affected us and what’s happening.

“We have been working really hard to come up with a plan, a risk assessment, and everything else we can think of to make the show go ahead safely. However, after contacting the local authorities to put forward everything, it’s just simply not possible for us to be able to hold the show this year due to Covid-19.

“We did out best, we held out as long as we could. But with some places going back into local lockdown and the long list of things we would have to do to protect everyone and follow the new restrictions, it just wouldn’t be the same.

“As you can imagine we are absolutely gutted to have to cancel again. However, we will not be beaten. We aim to come back next year, third time lucky, and hopefully have a ball of a show for you to attend.

“We just want to thank everyone for their patience and support, and we hope to see you next year on the fields.”