It was way back in 1993 when Elizabeth Sheen, wife of the rector, John Sheen, and Daphne Faithorne had the idea of opening up Bride church hall as tearooms for TT week.

The Green Parrot tearooms had closed down and there was nowhere in the village, or in the north other than Ramsey, for bikers to stop for refreshments when on the popular run out to the Point of Ayre.

TT Teas in Bride church hall have become a much loved tradition among bikers and locals alike, despite many other outlets having since opened.

Over the years the kitchen in the hall has been extensively refurbished and updated to meet current health and hygiene standards.

Elizabeth Sheen and her husband John retired and moved to Colby, and Daphne Faithorne moved to England, but 25 years later a number of the original team are still helping.

One of the ladies who is still involved Pam Kinrade said: ’We continue to give a warm welcome and good food to the many customers who come from all over the world year after year. Clearly TT Teas is not just a fundraising exercise, but part of the church’s outreach.

’Obviously the success of the venture depends much on our team of helpers Our friends from Bride Methodist church, St. Olaves church and from many other northern churches and many friends from all over the island, not forgetting sponsors Moving Cloud Media.

’A great deal of work and enthusiasm plus a tremendous amount of giving are the main ingredients. The food just arrives everyday together with the many helpers. Manx produce is used throughout.

’Many friends have been made during the last 25 years and we still have the support of Dick and Yvonne, who come from outside of London, who started coming with their small baby Harriet, in "Harriet’s chariot", the side car they brought her in. Harriet is now a young lady coming on her own bike.

Opening this year is on Friday June 2 at 12noon and continues until Saturday, June 10. Hours are midday to 5pm.

The original members who started the TT Teas in 1993