Established in 1973, when formerly known as the Isle of Wight Veteran Machinery Club until a name change in 1980 to Vectis Historic Vehicle Club and then incorporated in 2013. Vectis Historic Vehicle Club are a friendly and passionate group of historic vehicle enthusiasts totalling over 190 members.

The club is very active and organises a wide variety of events throughout the year, including Sunday Tea Runs. It regularly provides static car displays at many well-known Island events including the IW County Show, Garlic Festival, Bembridge Festival and various village and school fetes.

The club’s main show and biggest charity fund raising event for Island charities, regularly draws over 200 cars from the VHVC and other Island classic car clubs. It is a very popular show attracting hundreds of visitors.

Joint activities are held with other Island clubs and also with mainland clubs visiting the Island, both of which provide interesting cars to see on their visits.

A club newsletter is issued by email on a bi-monthly basis.