VINTAGE cars are to wind their way along one of the Lake District's highest mountain passes for a unique motoring event.

Bygone vehicle enthusiasts are to gather at the foot of Honister Pass, in the Borrowdale valley, on Saturday, November 5, to put their motoring skills to the test as part of the annual Lakeland Trial event.

The Vintage Sports-Car Club has organised the four-stage drive, which will take in spectacular Lakeland scenery around Buttermere, Keswick and Whinlatter.

Honister is renowned as the 'most hair-raising' stage of the race, and this year will be the only hill climb on the route.

The Vintage Sports-Car Club, based in Oxfordshire and established in 1934, encourages members to enjoy pre-war cars competitively and socially. It is renowned as one of the largest and best-regarded motoring clubs in the world.

On November 5, around 100 vintage cars are expected to rev their way around tortuous hairpin bends and up the steep, rocky verges to a staggering height of 2,126ft at Fleetwood Pike.

Joe Weir, co-owner of Honister Slate Mine, said: "The dramatic climb up Honister is the pinnacle of this unique event. It’s getting more and more popular every year and there are always some great characters braving the elements in their vintage cars.

"It’s not just about motoring enthusiasts either – we’re expecting a wide range of people coming to watch this unusual spectacle throughout the day."

Vehicles are to arrive at Honister Slate Mine from 8.30am onwards on November 5. For more, call 017687-77230.