Testimonials

"Fantastic accommodation for the disabled and able- bodied visitor"
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"Outstanding, 'home from home'"
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"Lovely accomadation great staff"
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"An excellent facility for the disabled"
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"Great - we will be back"
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The Joey Dunlop Foundation (established 2001) is an Isle of Man Charity whose main aim has always been to create specialist accommodation that will open up the Isle of Man to visitors with disability. Braddan Bridge House, located in the islands capital, Douglas, hosts apartments available for the needs of all disabled guests and allow them to experience the beauty of the island and the excitement of the TT street-bike races.

The Joey Dunlop Holiday Home was formally opened on the 6th June 2010 by Linda Dunlop accompanied by John McGuinness and we are proud to bear the name of one of the TT's most famous riders - our charity caries his spirit and fortitude and represents the very best for disabled visitors. The JDF is run by experienced staff, many of whom are ex-racers themselves, who through injury or misfortune and perfectly qualified to fulfil the needs of the guests.

On this site you can see what we do, look around the accomodation, and make reservations for a stay. There is also a merchandise section where you can support the charity or make a simple donation through the contact page.

Thank you to all the loyal supporters who have helped us over the years and we hope that you continue to help the Foundation keep the holiday home running in future years.

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If you would like to donate directly to the charity, please click here to be taken through a Paypal donations scheme. Alternativly, cheques can be sent to Mr. Kevin Quirk ( address at foot of this page ), made payable to 'The Joey Dunlop Foundation'.

NEWS

Apr

2013
JDF and Motodirect and ARAI stickers
Motodirect, the UK importer of Arai Helmets, Dainese/AGV and Motul will be raising money for the JDF through the sale of Arai IOM Visor stickers ( see image, left ) at the Arai Race Truck and Dainese Grandstand store, TT 2013. These are the small stickers that go into the corner of each racers visor. Motodirect do not charge for the stickers but any donactions will be going to the JDF.

Feb

2013
JDF 2013 Vimto Fireblade
New shot of the 2013 Vimto Fireblade. This shot is also in the 'Photo Gallery'. Tickets are £1 each from all the JDF events - this year we will be at the Stafford Bike Show, Scraborough Races, NW200 Road Races, the Manx TT, Southern 100 and MotoGP and the Ulster GP.

Feb

2013
2012 Winner receives Fireblade prize
Last years winner, Carol Tamblin of Warrington - shown here with her prize of the John McGuinness Fireblade. Delievered to her by our UK representative, Barry Steeles. Join the 2013 JDF prize for your chance support the Foudation and be in with a chance of winning a great prize.

Jan

2013
Tombola 2013 prize unveiled
The Foundation unveiled their new 2013 tombola bike - a Hona Fireblade, Vimto Replica. Show here with Barry Steels, Linda Dunlop and John McGuiness. Tickets are £1 each from all the JDF events.

Dec

2012
Tombola Winners!
1st place : Carol Tamblin from Warrington

2nd: Reg from Port Erin
3rd: Jay Barrett from Kingsbury
4th: P.Wheedon from Oxford

Nov

2012
Donation Thanks
BP Shipping (Douglas Office) presented the Joey Dunlop Foundation a cheque to the value ofd $500.00. Mike Youel of BP Shipping is a motorcycle fanatic and lifelong Joey Dunlop fan. His team recieved an award from BP and it was decided that the funds should be donated to the Joey Dunlop Foundation charity.

Nov

2012
Donation Thanks
The Joey Dunlop Foundation would like to thank Friends Provident International, Castletown Branch, for their generous donation of £876.00 which will be used to purchase office equipment at Braddan Bridge House.

Oct

2012
JDF at the Stafford Show
The Foundation would like to thank Barry Steels for attending the Stafford Classic Bike Show in October. Barry took along his latest Joey Dunlop Replica bike, a Honda RS 125 in Castrol colours.
As always, there was many Joey Dunlop fans and JDF supporters who called by to pick up some of our tombola tickets and merchandise.

Oct

2012
Donation Thanks

The Joey Dunlop Foundation would like to thank Andy Faragher (A and J Ground Works) for his donation of £545.00. Andy recently celebrated his 50th Birthday and asked that donations be given to the JDF rather than gifts be purchased for him. Andy has supported the JDF for many years and without his commitment and assistance the Foundation would have struggled in making their achievements.

Oct

2012
Donation Thanks
The BULL'S EYE DJ COLLECTIVEheld an event in memory of Johnny Blair with all proceeds to the Joey Dunlop Foundation. Johnny was the DJ in Joey's Bar - Ballymoney. £350.00 was raised on the night. Big thanks to the organisers! The Foundation are very grateful to the family of Johnny Blair for all their donations to the Charity and extend their thanks to the organisers as well as the supporters of this event.

Sep

2012
Donation Thanks
The Joey Dunlop Foundation are very pleased to have received a £500.00 donation from the Heysham Masonic Lodge No.4108.

Sep

2012
Charity Record for the JDF
Local Isle of Man musician Chris Gray releases a single with all proceeds going to the Joey Dunlop Foundation. Available for download on iTunes and on sale at Amazon. The track is called 'Eyes On Your Pride'
Thank to Chris and also to Kevin Madigan of Big Small Fish artist management and promotion. Check it out, click here to see the youtube clip.. You'll love it!

Sep

2012
Donation Thanks
The Joey Dunlop Lodge of Mark Master Masons 1881 have supported the Joey Dunlop Foundation by way of raffling a Joey Dunlop T-Shirt which raised £266.00. The Provincial Grand Master added £266.00 to the amount raised. The JDF wishes to thank all members of the Lodge and in particular, Michael A Robinson who is the Charity Steward of the Joey Dunlop Lodge 1881

Sep

2012
Donation Thanks
The SPAR Shop in Rippingale held a Bike Night on the 12th September and funds raised were donated to the Joey Dunlop Foundation. Committee member Barry Steels sold Tombola tickets for the John McGuinness Fireblade as well as some other JDF merchandise. Dave Molyneux, John Burrows showed their support along with members of the TTMA and TT Clerk of the Course Gary Thompson. Big thanks to Shay and Rebecca for organising the event which has raised several hundred pounds.

Aug

2012
Donation Thanks
Christine Kirkwood and her family of the Wayside Inn, Newmill Rd, Ballyclare organised a quiz night for the Joey Dunlop Foundation and raised £128.02. The Foundation would like to thank everyone who contributed on the night.

Aug

2012
Donation Thanks
MAG Northern Ireland held a Poker Run in aid of the Joey Dunlop Foundation on Thursday 2nd August 2012. The run commenced from Joey's Bar in Ballymoney that evening and consisted of a Joey Dunlop theme route and there was also a Raffle with some super cool prizes! Thanks to all the sponsors who supported the event which helped to raise £250.00 for the Joey Dunlop Foundation which will help towards the ongoing improvements at Braddan Bridge House.

Jul

2012
Donation Thanks
Ronald McKnight from Comber, Co. Down is a life long road racing fan and wanted to give something back for all the pleasure he had when watching his hero Joey race. Instead of receiving presents when celebrating his 60th Birthday on 25th September, he asked for donations in leiu of presents resulting in a £500.00 donation to JDF. The team at JDF appreciate this kind gesture and wish Ronald a belated Happy Birthday!

Jul

2012
Donation Thanks
The Joey Dunlop Foundation have received £250.00 from Lee Vernon's employers as Joey was Lee's hero. Lee (24 year old from Stoke-on-Trent) died as a result of injuries sustained after a crash at the 2012 Dundrod 150 - Ulster Grand Prix.

Jul

2012
Donation Thanks
Thank you to Charlie Bond who endured all weathers at the Creg-ny-Baa Car Park during MGP 2012 collecting £341.73 for the JDF. Thank you also to Mr Gilbert who owns the car park and supports the JDF. Nula Perrin and the Creg-ny-Baa Marshals also collected £167.00 during the MGP

Jun

2012
Donation Thanks
Stuart Gunn, a former road racer who has impared vision, has donated £394.62 to the JDF and is planning a charity ride on his motorcycle in 2013. More detail will be posted in the future. The motorcycle ride was due to take place this year but due to ill health had to be postponed. Two other charities were also supported and received the same amount as the JDF. Wishing Stuart all the verybest for 2013.