Hunton Steam Gathering was founding in 1985 by David Robinson; local landlord and steam engine enthusiast, with the help of local villagers and fellow vintage collectors. The first rally was held behind the village pub on land belonging to local farmers. It attracted more than 1000 people, far more then expected, especially as the weather was bad.

It has raised a great deal od money over the years to supply play equipment, landscape the village green, buy picnic tables and seats, erect a footbridge over the back and supply litter bins for the village of Hunton.In 1994 for the 10th rally it moved to land on the outskirts of the village and the following year it was expanded to a two day event with live music and a barbecue on the Saturday night.

The expansion of the rally also saw the introduction of a committee.The steam gathering has done much more than just help the village of Hunton. It has made donations of thousands of pounds to local charities including Yorkshire Cancer, Macmillan Nurses, North Yorkshire Air Ambulance, the local village school, St Johns Ambulance and local Scout groups.

Tyne Tees celebrity Andy Kluz presents the trophies each year with a donation on his behalf made to the Butterwick Hospital fund. It now attracts over 7000 people over the two days, which include events such as tractor pulling, a large vintage tractor selection, vintage and classic cars, over a dozen steam engines, a falconry display, muzzle loaders and a large craft marquee.

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