The Sandbach Transport Festival has been cancelled for another year as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

The festival, which features an array of classic car and other vehicles, normally takes place in the spring.

In a statement posted online, the organising committee said: "It is with great sadness that the Sandbach Transport Festival and Sandbach Music Festival Organisation committee have decided to cancel this year's festival.

"The decision to cancel during the current pandemic was not taken lightly and is based on concerns regarding health and safety and the uncertainty surrounding the holding of large-scale public events this year.

"Planning for the festival begins many months in advance and with the lack of clarity surrounding what restrictions could be in place in the future, the committee does not believe it would be viable to hold an event this year."

The committee felt they would not be able to put on an event that would "parallel the success of previous festivals" under the restrictions that could be in place at the time.

Organisers said they will now "focus all our efforts" in planning for next year's festival which is scheduled to take place in April and will mark its 30th anniversary.

They added: "We cannot wait to welcome back our exhibitors, volunteers and visitors and will ensure we put on an extra special, safe event next year for the whole town to enjoy."

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