This weekend not only marks the 70th anniversary of racing at Oliver's Mount and 50th anniversary of the Auto 66 Club; we will also be remembering the great rider - Steve Henshaw, who tragically lost his life 27 years ago. The number 27 is poignant as 27 was the number that Steve used during his racing career.
His widow Val Henshaw, has been instrumental in rounding up many former Oliver's Mount Champions so that on Sunday we can showcase one of the most impressive parades ever staged in the UK, in memory of Steve and his motorcycle achievements.
The 2016 Oliver's Mount Gold Cup has attracted a 'who's who' list of motorcycle legends. Amongst the top riders from the past are ex World Champions Giacomo Agostini, who may possibly be making his last appearance on the MV at Oliver’s Mount, Jim Redman MBE, who will definitely be hanging up his leathers after the Gold Cup parade. The ex-works Honda rider who is a Multi-World Champion has decided to finally retire now he is in his late 70s. Another World Champion, Phil Read MBE, respected at Oliver’s Mount as one of the neatest riders to compete around the course, will also be parading.
These three World Champions will be joined by road racing hero John McGuinness who, will himself, be celebrating 20 years of racing at Oliver's Mount.
In addition, Steve Parrish, Mick Grant, Chas Mortimer, Dean Ashton, Roger Burnett, Trevor Nation, Eddie Roberts, Steve Tonkin, John Cooper, Nick Jefferies, Alex George and Mark Phillips will all be parading too.
All these riders will be parading on Sunday 25 September at the Gold Cup meeting and will be in the paddock area preparing their machines on Saturday afternoon. There is the possibility, time permitting, of a few practice laps for the parade machines.
The stars of today who are also taking part in the parade, as well as racing during the weekend are, Ian Lougher, Ivan Lintin, Dean Harrison, William Dunlop, Michael Dunlop, Gary Dunlop & Dan Kneen amongst a whole host of road racing's top stars.
Heading the sidecar entry list is World Champion Tim Reeves, alongside Oliver’s Mount regulars Lee Crawford & Sam Christie, Steve & Matty Ramsden and Dave Wallis & Tony Belsey. The sidecars will have 3 races in total over the weekend with all of them counting towards the UK Super 2 Sidecar Masters.
There will be 10 Races on Saturday starting at 1.30pm and 12 races on Sunday, including the Famous Gold Cup, starting at 10.30am. Practice will commence at 9am each day with gates opening to the public at 8am.
Tickets:
All Advanced tickets are now sold out but there are still plenty of weekend and day tickets available on the gate.
Adults admission prices are:
Saturday - £20
Sunday - £30
Children 15 years and younger are free
Car parking is also free.
The postcode for spectators is: YO11 2UG - The venue will be signposted off the A165 Scarborough to Bridlington road.
Website:
www.oliversmountracing.com