The region is home to two world famous international road races, the North West 200 and the Ulster Grand Prix. These are more than sporting sensations, they are a festival for the entire family.
The region’s road racing heritage was cemented with the Armoy Armada which was established in 1977 by Frank Kennedy, Jim Dunlop, Mervyn Robinson and the local road racing legend Joey Dunlop. His achievements include three hat-tricks at the Isle of Man TT where he won 26 races in total; he won the Ulster Grand Prix 24 times and, in 1986, he won a fifth consecutive Formula One world title.
The Dunlop Memorial Gardens and nearby museum in Ballymoney have become points of pilgrimage for people from around the world who marvel at the skill, commitment and courage which are synonymous with success in this tough sport.
International NorthWest 200 - 13-19 May 2012
Top motorsport event, the International North West 200 is set to take place on Saturday 19th May 2012, with racing on Thursday evening from 5.30pm. During the build up to Race Day fans can watch their biking heroes during practice sessions on Tuesday 15th May and Thursday 17th May during the day, 9.30am – 2.30pm.
Thousands of visitors from all over the world are expected to gather along the 8.9 mile course located on Northern Ireland’s world famous North Coast region and enjoy professional international sporting stars compete in one of the toughest road races worldwide.
Organisers, Coleraine & District Motor Club Ltd in tandem with Coleraine Borough Council are also creating a thrilling Race Week Festival which kicks off on Sunday 13th May and features an extensive range of family friendly events including charity walks, vintage bike displays and a fabulous fireworks display to mark Race Day eve.
For more information www.northwest200.org
|
Mid Antrim Road Race - 15/16 June 2012
For many years visitors have been supporting our race in large numbers. The same can be said of competitors who return year after year to take on the curves, twists and jumps of the 3.5 mile circuit located just a few miles from the bustling town of Ballymena (less than 45
minutes from Belfast and Larne ferry ports or either of the main airports, Belfast City and Belfast International).
The Mid Antrim Motor Club Motorcycle Road Racing Section look forward to seeing you at the Mid Antrim 150 (15th June practice and qualifying, 16th June Race Day).
For more information www.midantrim150.co.uk
|
Armoy Race of Legends - 27/28 July 2012
Now in its fourth year, the race has gained the respect of riders as a first class venue to show off their skills. As the likes of William and Michael Dunlop, descendants of the legendary “Armoy Armada”, blast their way around their home circuit, spectators are treated to sights and sounds reminiscent of the times when the ‘sleepy little village’ was the stomping ground for those other, never to be forgotten, racing heroes. At this year’s race, it is anticipated that more top class riders will be attracted to Armoy testing the circuit and its riders to the limit.
For more information www.amrrc.com
|
Ulster Grand Prix - 6-11 August 2012
The Dundrod Circuit is situated high in the hills overlooking Belfast and Lisburn, just a 10 minute journey from both historic cities. The circuit layout hasn’t changed since it was a World Championship event when the likes of Hailwood, Agostini and in later years Joey Dunlop entertained the thousands around the 7.4 mile circuit. For 51 weeks of the year the circuit is a normal highway but for that one week in August it is a full blown race circuit, over the past ten years a lot of the hedges on corners etc. have been removed giving good safe run off areas, thus making it a real scratcher's circuit.
The circuit is a fast flowing circuit that has everything, and in fact a lot of the pure road racers have voted it to be their favourite road race circuit. There are many excellent vantage points around the circuit, with grandstand seating, big screens with live coverage from a helicopter, good food and toilet/shower facilities. So if you make that first trip to Dundrod, we can guarantee you will not be disappointed.
For more information www.ulstergrandprix.net
|
 |
|
Nutt Travel provide a fast and friendly service at very competitive prices for ferry crossings to and from Ireland, UK, Isle of Man and Europe.
Online Booking Enquiry Service
Just go to www.nutttravel.com and click on request a quote.
Or telephone our office and our friendly staff will give you a quote, take your booking and ring you back with your booking reference number, payment is by Credit or Debit card, what could be easier!
We can provide package’s for Road Race events to include Ferry Crossings, Race Program, Paddock Passes, Grandstand Seats and Accommodation if needed.
We can also tailor a package to suit your specific needs.
|
