For those that didn’t have personal ‘launch control’ when it came to the booking of R19’s September 2025 WOTY you’ll be relieved to hear second chances do happen.
We were as pleased as we were disappointed that we just couldn’t meet demand for the September WOTY. So, spurred on by the take-up, Team 19 has now arranged an additional WOTY between the 15-19 May 2025 for those who didn’t make the September grid.
Once again, we’re heading over the sea to the IOM but this time it’s for the Classic and Sports Car Weekend in May. Not that we’ve become obsessed with the IOM at R19, mind. It’s just that it provides a fascinating and not often visited destination with a real motoring spirit.
As a bit of rock somewhere out in the Irish Sea, it’s actually pretty large at over 33 miles long and 13 miles wide: like Capri but 50 times bigger, with more rain and offshore Banks. And petrolheads, of course.
The IOM is not just about Douglas, its capital. You’ll find rugged cliffs, sandy coves, miles of uncrowded beaches and some quite enchanting glens. Of course, the driving can be really fun, too (which is what you’re coming for, right?) interspersed with lovely views to stop and gawp at.
You may hanker for a Fulvio or a Furka or a Majello but you won’t be disappointed. The island can hold its head up high with great scenic drives, superbly sweeping bends and sea views that, on a sunny day, are truly impressive.
You can navigate the TT circuit itself from either direction. You’ve got long, fast sections, mega corners and historic ‘miles markers’ that reverberate down the years of hard TT racing: Bray Hill, Ballacraine, Alpine Cottage, Ramsey Hairpin, The Bungalow, Windy Corner… and so on. There is also the famous Hill Climb along the Sloc Mountain Road which was recently re-surfaced and will be closed for our runs.
And for those that don’t want to practice their racing line, there’s an extensive road network beyond Douglas with very little congestion. Ballaugh Glen Road, Ravensdale, Druidale, Port Erin and the Peel Coastal Road are all essential parts of the island’s driving canon.
You’ll be unsurprised to learn the Classic and Sports Car Weekend attracts many enthusiasts with a dazzling array of marques and models. So, you can mingle with the cars and owners as well as bump into fellow PCGB members from far and wide.
For those that need to stretch their legs beyond the confines of pressing an accelerator pedal you can even spoil a good walk with a round of golf at the hotel we’ve booked.
Last, but not least, there’s also the almost obligatory ‘Pie in the Sky’ at the Victory Café on the Saturday of the event. This veritable Manx institution includes transfers from the hotel. So, rest assured that the other half doesn’t need to stay stone cold sober as you glug down your favourite Chateau Mouton Rothschilds (other wines and beers are available as they say!).
Like the September event, ferry crossings and hotels are limited but we’ve been able to secure a block booking with our friends at Scenic Car Tours once again. As expected, we can only hold the reservation open for a limited period and this time to mid-November, so please don’t delay in putting your deposit down.
So what do you get for your money?
Five days/four-night tour from Thursday 15 to Monday 19 May 2025
Hotel:
- Four nights’ accommodation at the Comis Hotel & Golf Resort including breakfast
Ferry return IOM Steam Packet Ferry Crossing from Liverpool to Douglas, IOM
- Outbound Thursday 15/05/25 Liverpool 11:15am - 2pm
- Inbound Monday 19/05/25 Douglas 3pm - 5:45pm
Motoring:
- Two exclusive runs on the Sloc Mountain Road which will be closed for the event
- Optional trackday laps at Jurby Circuit may be available at extra cost depending on numbers and availability
- Exclusive access to the TT pit lanes for a photo-shoot opportunity
Museum
- Admission to the Isle of Man Motor Museum with over 300 vehicles on display and we’re aiming to meet up with the Manx Classic Car Club
- Admission to the Jurby Transport Museum
Other
- Manx afternoon tea at the famous Creg-Ny-Baa
- Exclusive photo-shoot at the TT Grandstand
- Event road book featuring maps and information
- Commemorative rally plate
Options:
- 'Pie in the Sky' Dinner at the Victory Cafe on Snaefell Mountain on Saturday - £59pp
Parking within the hotel’s private car park.
Full financial protection via ABTOT (Scenic are ABTOT registered number 5405).
The provisional schedule of events during the weekend is:
After arrival by ferry on Thursday, the tour starts in earnest on Friday with:
- Two closed runs on the spectacular Sloc Mountain Road
- Optional trackday laps at Jurby Circuit may be available at extra cost depending on numbers and availability
On Saturday:
- Yours to enjoy as you wish – from sightseeing to enjoying some more of the (delimited) island roads
On Sunday:
- Visit the Isle of Man Motor Museum
- Afternoon tea at the famous Creg-Ny-Baa
- A photoshoot at the TT Pitlanes
On Monday
- Checkout day, with potential for more exploration time ahead of your return ferry
We are also researching restaurants for dinner on the Friday and we’re hoping all will be interested in ‘Pie in the Sky’ on the Saturday.
The prices for single and double occupancy are shown below:
Room type and price:
- Double Atrium Room on a shared basis: £699 per person (£1,398 in total for two persons)
- Double/Twin Room on a single occupancy basis: £1,179 for one person (£219 discount compared equivalent room for wo persons)
The event will be organised by Scenic Car Tours (who organised the Laon WOTY this year) and you’ll find more about the Classic and Sports Car Weekend on their website
HERE.
Please book direct with Scenic as follows:
- Via telephone on 017 3287 9153 with James, Katie, Eloise or Mike. Lines are open Monday to Friday, 10am-4pm.
- When speaking to one of the Scenic team please ensure that you quote the unique booking reference for R19 which is 'IOMCC-CR19'
- The initial deposit will be 20% of the total with the balance being paid 10 weeks before the event.
- If you require something different from the ‘standard package’ (listed above), such as a different room type or an extended hotel stay (for example), please inform the Scenic team at the time of booking.
- Online bookings are unavailable on this occasion, due to Scenic holding rooms aside for R19
Any questions then please email
r19@porscheclubgb.com.