Isle of Man TT bike sculpture project to support cancer centre

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Isle of Man TT bike sculpture project to support cancer centre
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Racing bike models will be put on display during TT 2025 and auctioned off on Senior Race Day.

An art project set to feature a variety of decorated motorcycle sculptures to raise money for a £2m cancer support centre on the Isle of Man has been launched.

Mannin Cancers Support Group's Wheelie Good Cause appeal will match sponsors with a TT race team to create designs for the to scale fibreglass models.Julie Stokes from the charity said the facility,, would "make all the difference to anyone diagnosed with cancer". She said the project had been "inspired by the the island's TT heritage and status within the sport", and the team hoped about 30 sculptures would be created to raise "a substantial amount for the charity".Those who would like to sponsor a sculpture will be teamed-up with designers, to either decorate in their own branding or recognisable race livery.

A series of five model race bikes inspired by famous TT riders and machines from the past is also set to be designed and auctioned by the charity.The charity has been working with the Isle of Man TT races team and the Department for Enterprise on the project.Construction of the support centre, which is based onIt would see several charities and groups, including mental health services and debt counselling services, brought together in one hub.

Ms Stokes said: "The centre will make all the difference to anyone diagnosed with cancer, and their carers, and will offer services that just aren't available currently."

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