On September 22nd 1974, the racing scene in Scotland changed forever with the opening of Knockhill Racing Circuit, just north of Dunfermline, becoming the country’s first purpose built, full time motor racing Circuit.
50 years later to the day, on September 22nd 2024, we will be celebrating with Scottish champions across the five decades invited back to take part in a unique Parade of Champions within a special Rewind racing event, marking five decades of bike sport at Knockhill.
From a challenging first decade when multiple operators failed to get Knockhill off the ground, it was not until the ownership moved from Tom Kinnaird to Derek Butcher that four decades of investment followed to create the FIA world Grade 3 circuit, capable of hosting British Superbikes and Touring Cars in front of 20 000 people.
Derek raced at the opening meeting in 1974, not knowing that 10 years later he would end up owning the circuit!
Racing stars from across the five decades will be present including TT legend John McGuinness, rising star Rory Skinner, World Endurance champion Brian Morrison as well as champions who all started at Knockhill to go on and win Scottish, British, European, TT and even feature on world championship stage.
Stuart Gray, Knockhill Director of Events said:
“This is going to be a memorable weekend.
“50 years of Scottish bikesport will be celebrated both on and off track and we cannot wait to share our history with fans who have been part of our journey since 1974.”
Full event details can be found on www.knockhill.com/events with tickets available in advanced or at the gate
