In its eighth year, the Classic TT, presented by Bennetts, is one of the most prestigious events in the classic diary and the provisional dates for this year's festival have been released.
Here’s those all-important dates for your diary to ensure you don't miss any of the action from the island this August.
When is the Classic TT?
The Classic TT presented by Bennetts will take place from Sunday 23rd August to Monday 31st August 2020.
Classic TT dates (2020)
A week of qualifying, which for 2020 begins on Sunday 23rd August, often merely hints at the incredible racing to follow as competitors and their teams get to grips with their classic machines and come to terms with the challenge of racing on the TT Mountain Course.
Classic TT Race Schedule
Saturday 29th August 2020 - Race Day 1 Schedule
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Time
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Event
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11:00
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Free Practice (All CTT Classes – 1 Lap)
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12:45
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Dunlop Lightweight Classic TT Race (3 laps)
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14:30
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Feature Parade (1 lap)
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15:30
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Bennetts Senior Classic TT Race (4 laps)
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Monday 31st August 2020 - Race Day 2 Schedule
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Time
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Events
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10:15
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Free Practice (All CTT Classes – 1 Lap)
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11:15
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Locate.im Junior Classic TT Race (3 laps)
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13:15
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Classic Racer Magazine Classic TT Lap of Honour (1 lap)
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14:15
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RST Superbike Classic TT Race (4 laps)
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16:30
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MGP Newcomers Race (4 laps)
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Keep up to date with any last-minute schedule changes, and insider information, by following Clerk of the Course, Gary Thompson, on Twitter, and the official IOM TT Facebook page.
Don't forget if you're travelling over to the Classic TT this year, that the Isle of Man isn’t part of the UK or the EU – it’s a self-governing British Crown Dependency with its own parliament, government and laws. This means that you don’t get automatic access to free healthcare through your EHIC card, but UK residents can take advantage of a reciprocal emergency healthcare agreement. However, repatriation is not included as part of this agreement, so the Isle of Man government still strongly recommends adequate insurance is in place.
So if you’re travelling to the IoM from the UK or beyond, you still need travel insurance to cover medical emergencies. Your bike insurance will (or should…check your policy) cover damage to your bike or a third party, but your medical needs are not fully covered.
