Hillberry Corner, Road curve in Onchan, Isle of Man
Hillberry Corner is a bend on the A18 Mountain Road in Onchan, Isle of Man, at the 36th Milestone road-side marker of the Snaefell Mountain Course. It sits at the junction with the C22 Little Mill Road, where the circuit's long descent ends at 110 metres and the road rises again toward Cronk-ny-Mona. Trees line the bend after the treeless Mountain Section.
During the 1908 Tourist Trophy car races, officials moved the start line from Quarterbridge Road to this location as part of the Four Inch Course. The bend later became a key feature of the modern racing route.
The name Hillberry combines two Manx words for hill, though the corner itself sits in a dip at 110 metres. Since 2008 safety measures have restricted spectator access, but a small iron-framed grandstand built for the 1908 Tourist Trophy still stands before the bend.
Visitors planning to watch races from the grandstand should arrive early, as seating fills up quickly during major racing events. Parking near the location is limited, so using public transportation or arriving ahead of time is advisable.
The location serves as a junction between the main A18 Mountain Road and the smaller C22 Little Mill Road. This traffic setup makes it a familiar landmark for both drivers and racing fans on the island.
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