A party of nineteen prospective newcomers visited the Island during the weekend to familiarise themselves with the Mountain Course and receive expert guidance from visiting MGP Ambassadors Davy Morgan, Rab Davie, David Taylor, Mark Castle and Norman Gordon. The riders who had travelled from all corners of the UK and Eire are hoping to make their debut in the August races. All concerned had a highly enjoyable weekend and expressed their appreciation of the Mike Hailwood Foundation for financially supporting the visits. A second visit is planned for March which will hopefully be equally as well supported.