Guthrie's Memorial, Historic motorcycle racing memorial on Snaefell Mountain Road, Isle of Man.
Description
Guthrie's Memorial is a monument situated on a famous motorcycle racing course on the Isle of Man, positioned at a distinctive point between mile markers 26 and 27. The site sits along the main road connecting two towns and bears an inscription commemorating a racer.
History
The monument was built in the 1930s following the death of a renowned racer and was funded through public donations. Over the following decades, the site underwent physical modifications to adapt to modern road conditions.
Culture
The memorial honors a Scottish motorcycle racer whose name appears on the inscription, reflecting the deep respect the racing community held for his achievements. Visitors can still feel this reverence today through the way the site is maintained and marked along the famous mountain course.
Practical
The site sits directly on the main road between two towns and is easy to reach on foot from the roadway. Visitors should be aware this is a point on an active racing course, so caution around traffic is necessary.
Did you know?
The monument underwent major rebuilding in 2004 and again in 2012, with sections of the original structure removed. These changes reflect how the site has been adapted over time to meet the demands of the famous road race.
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