I, and I am sure many other visitors to the TT, would like to thank Hilton whose franchise has now ended at that great hotel on Douglas Front.

The hotel has had a number of names including Stakis, Hilton, and Palace and I have stayed there and eaten there for a number of years. I have some extremely happy memories and loved the lunchtime and evening food buffets in what has been the Paragon Restaurant.

The Bike Shed, Manufacturers Conferences, Parties, Manx Radio TT and the Round Bar all come immediately to mind.

The staff have all been so good with attention and friendliness. I have occupied Table One for a good number of TTs, moving to a widow table when I brought in various guests and friends.

I hope that the "atmosphere" and "feeling" will continue even though the Hotel has reverted to The PALACE. I hope we are still welcome for our evening meals. I also hope to make acquaintance with Woody again and finally hope that the hotel continues to employ the same staff who have made our times there so enjoyable................

Bring back the Round Bar (or equivalent) ...Please !