Organisers of a long-running classic car show say they have been forced to slam on the brakes this year after the expansion of the ULEZ scheme.

The 2024 Bromley Pageant of Motoring had been expected to return to its traditional home at Norman Park later this year, but the venue now falls within the expanded low-emissions zone.

This would have meant many of the vintage motors being brought to the show would have been liable for the £12.50 daily charge levied against older, more-polluting vehicles.

As a result, the organisers have decided to scrap this year’s show while looking for alternative locations to bring it back in 2025.

In a statement announcing the cancellation, the organisers said: “Following the introduction of the ULEZ zone across Greater London, we have taken considerable time to evaluate all options for the future of the Bromley Pageant of Motoring, including whether it would be viable to still hold the Pageant at Norman Park, Bromley.

“It became clear that Norman Park is no longer an option and any move to a new venue and date needs to ensure that this firm favourite of the classic car calendar has a bright future.

“We have made the very difficult decision to not hold the event in 2024 but are working on plans to bring back the Bromley Pageant of Motoring in 2025.

“We appreciate the support we have received from car owners, clubs, trade and visitors over the time we have had the honour of looking after the Pageant and we are as disappointed as you that it will not take place this year.

“We do look forward to what the future will hold for this wonderful event, and we hope to bring you further details later in the year.”

ULEZ was expanded to cover all London boroughs, including Bromley and Bexley, earlier this year.

The expansion of the zone is a flagship policy of the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, who has made improving air quality in the capital a defining mission of his administration.