Vantage points for the Southern 100 Road Races 2025

5 July 2025

Vantage points for the Southern 100 Road Races 2025

In just under 48 hours the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Southern 100 Road Races 2025 will be underway! For first timers to the Motor Isle Billown Course or just as a little reminder for those of you who are wondering where to watch this week please find below a guide to some of our favourite vantage points.

IFGL Start/Finish Line (0/4.25 Miles)
Line the fencing down the iconic Motor Isle Billown Course Start/Finish line or enjoy the comfort of the grandstand. Located directly on the start/finish straight, this grandstand puts you in the middle of the action. Watch the drama of mass starts up close as riders blast away from the grid, and feel the intensity as they fight to cross the finish line first. You’ll witness checkered flag moments, lap board updates, and even the tense moments of photo finishes. Perfect for fans who want the full race experience from start to end. The grandstand is priced at £5 for Monday, £5 for Tuesday, £10 for Wednesday & £20 for Thursday. Get your tickets here.

Greystones LLC Nicholson Grandstand

Positioned in the newly named Greystones LLC holding area and named in honour of Derek Nicholson, this grandstand is covered keeping you sheltered from unpredictable Manx weather while offering high-speed thrills just metres away. Riders pass through this section at near-maximum speed, and you’ll also have an excellent view of the podium, making this a superb choice for those who want to see both high-octane racing and the emotional post-race celebrations. The grandstand is priced at £5 for Monday, £5 for Tuesday, £10 for Wednesday & £20 for Thursday. Get your tickets here.

Ballakeighan Corner (0.55 Miles)
Ballakeighan is the first corner on the course. Bikes pile into the corner on the first few laps after the mass start. The corner then leads onto Ballakeighan straight.

If you want to view in the fields on the way to Ballakeighan please get there before the roads close via a gate situated on the course which allows access to the fields.

Please treat all property with respect.

Iron Gate (1.11 Miles)
Iron Gate comes at the end of the Ballakeighan straight. It is a right hand turn shortly followed by a fast left hand turn that leads onto Ballanorris (Joey’s Gate). Unfortunately there is no grandstand at Iron Gate this year however the crops have been cut and parking is available. As is a public toilet.

Ballabeg Hairpin (1.55 Miles)
Ballabeg hairpin is the slowest corner on the Billown Course. It can be very deceiving for riders, as the camber of the road drags the rider into the corner earlier than they need to turn.

Cross Four Ways (2.80 Miles)
Cross Four Ways is notorious for its overtakes and slow speed low side crashes. It is the second slowest corner on the circuit and usually attracts a large crowd of spectators. There is public toilets here and Rumblin Tum will be serving refreshments all week.

Church Bends (3.10 Miles)
Church Bends is one of the most popular locations for fans. With two fast flowing bends around the walls of Malew Church. There is plenty of parking in the back field accessed through the normal gate entrance. There is toilets here too.

Castletown Corner
Watch all of the last corner action from the School Hill Just Pizza & Pasta Grandstand. Our catering team will also be on hand to feed you. There is also public toilets here. The grandstand is priced at £5 for Monday, £5 for Tuesday, £10 for Wednesday & £20 for Thursday. Get your tickets here.

Wherever you decide to watch, we hope you enjoy the racing!