Knockhill - Winning Ways

At the recent ‘Scottish Car of the Year 2025’ ceremonial awards night at the Dalmahoy Hotel, Jillian Shedden, Managing Director of Knockhill Racing Circuit, was presented with the President’s Award. This is an annual award which is made by the Association’s President to recognise the efforts of and contributions made by an individual, club or organisation to promote motoring and/or motor sport in Scotland.

AoSMW President Ally Bally said: "Jillian has been a cornerstone of Knockhill Racing Circuit for many years. Under her leadership, Knockhill has continued to thrive, hosting international events and maintaining its reputation as one of the UK’s most revered motorsport venues. Jillian also supports young drivers, encourages emerging talent and helps make motorsport accessible for all. Through her hard work and efforts, Jillian has shaped the future of not only Knockhill but motorsport in Scotland, too. This she does with true passion".

This followed on from another award which was presented recently to Knockhill at the RAC Club National Awards ceremony in Pall Mall, London (England). Representing the circuit was Stuart Gray, who had obviously been run through a car wash and then ‘detailed’ before being dispatched south to collect this award, for their International McRae Rally Challenge event held in September.

Stuart said: "We had worked closely with the Border Ecosse Car Club, the McRae family, key individuals from the rally scene, as well as clubs and private rally car owners. We are all thrilled that the event was recognised nationally as the awards are so prestigious within the motorsport scene worldwide".

By the way, the event was hosted by our own Lee McKenzie (herself a former recipient of the AoSMW President’s Award) who incidentally hails originally from Alloway which was also the birthplace of Rabbie Burns! Is that a coincidence - both have/had the gift of the gab?