Discussions took place between the Auto Cycle Union and the Manx Motor Cycle Club, the result being the birth of the Manx Grand Prix, in 1930, which celebrates its 80th Anniversary this year.

The race programme continued as previously, with Junior and Senior races, over six laps. The 250cc machines were allowed in the Junior race for the first time in 1933, with a Lightweight Grand Prix being included in the programme from 1934, the race being run concurrently with the six lap Junior.
The present Lightweight Manx Grand Prix Trophy was donated to the Club, by the family of Doug Pirie, who during his Manx career won three races.


Lightweigh Race for 250's not 650's or are they going to get a new trophy??