IF Eastnor Castle is the spiritual home of the Land Rover, and many enthusiasts claim, then what location could be better for a Land Rover Heritage Day?

The brand new event, which could be the start of a new tradition, will take place on Sunday May 31.

A spokesman said: "It will be a must for all Land Rover enthusiasts."

He added: "Eastnor Castle is known as the ‘Spiritual Home of Land Rover,’ because the vehicles have been tested there for over 50 years. The current owner is James Hervey-Bathurst and it was his father who established the relationship with Land Rover back in the 1960’s, and since then the partnership has gone from strength to strength.

"To celebrate this, we are holding the Drive-In Day in the castle courtyard which will see an impressive display of unique and classic Land Rovers. There will be a complete line-up of Range Rovers from the very first Velar Badged prototypes through to the latest models plus other vehicles like ‘Monty’ a rare, dark green Tickford station wagon."

The spokesman added: "Inside the castle will be a display of images showing Land Rover’s connection with Eastnor Castle over the years. As a celebration of Land Rover, anyone arriving in a Land Rover, of any age will receive half price entry on the day."

David Littlewood, General Manager said: ‘Having Land Rover at Eastnor for all these years is fantastic, not only for us as a business but also for local people who are employed by them or supply goods to them. Land Rover really is something very positive to shout about, for us at Eastnor but also the whole country as they continue to thrive as a company. The Drive-In day will showcase many unique models which most people will not get to see very often, set in the backdrop of Eastnor Castle, Land Rover’s spiritual home, this should be a very special day’.

All the other usual attractions will be available on the day including the maze, adventure playground, Little Off Roaders and entry to the castle.

Gates open at 11.00am to 5.00pm.

Further details are available on the Eastnor Castle website: www.eastnorcastle.com, or call 01531 633160.