
However, my excitement hit a bump when I tried to capture my first image… The shutter button on my trusty Canon wouldn’t depress. I tried again, but nothing. Yes, it was turned on, but then I noticed the dreaded message: ‘no card’. To my dismay, I realised that neither camera had SD cards in them—they were sitting on my desk, 90-odd miles away. What a blunder! Humbly, I returned to the car, hoping to find spare memory cards in my bag. Thankfully, I had one small 32GB SD card, which saved the day and allowed me to use one camera.
I know this is a first-world problem, but I won’t repeat it. When I got home, I ordered a pair of new 128GB SD cards to keep as spares. Lesson learned.
With that mini-crisis averted, it was time to dive back into the event and take in all the beautiful vehicles on display. But first, coffee. Without realising it, we joined a queue for a coffee truck, which happed to be populated by a few friends from the southeast. It was great to see so many like-minded enthusiasts making the effort to join events further from home.
Walking around the venue, I still felt the same buzz as my first visit. The buildings are impressive, with significant care given to their restoration and how new builds blend with historic relics. All the vehicles seemed perfectly curated and positioned, offering perfect photo opportunities at every turn. With some cars nestled between buildings, it would be easy to miss a gem or two. You really need to keep your eyes peeled at all times.

Final thoughts
What a fantastic day at Bicester Heritage! Seeing such a diverse mix of vehicles in an exciting setting is always encouraging. I look forward to October’s Sunday Scramble for more delights, and this time, I’ll definitely remember my memory cards.
A small ask from me
I hope you have enjoyed this article and my images. If you have, why not directly contribute to my artistic growth and encourage me to explore new creative avenues by clicking on the button and buying me a coffee?
Many thanks, Dereck
