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Jim Clark Room, Scotland

 

Jim Clark at the Nurburgring in 1965. This image is copyright free

James Clark was born at Kilmany House Farm in Fife, on 4th March 1936, but is more associated with the area of Duns on the Scottish borders. His family moved there in 1942 when young James was six. Jim, against his family's wishes, then went onto a career in motor racing, which was to see him winning the world championship twice in 1963 and 1965. On his way to the 1963 championship he won a rain affected Belgium Grand Prix at Spa, finishing five minutes ahead of Bruce McLaren in second place. Tragically Jim Clark died in an accident at Hockenheim on 7th April 1968 during a Formula 2 race. His death in many ways marked the end of grand prix racing in the old style, around road circuits lined with hedges and trees. Deeply affected by Clark's death, and the death of many other fellow drivers, Jackie Stewart began a campaign to make motor racing safer. The Belgium Grand Prix of 1970, the scene of Jim Clark's terrifying triumph in 1963, was to be the last race run over an open road circuit. In many ways carefully built racing circuits of today are Jim Clark's legacy.

Jim Clark's life is commemorated at the Jim Clark Room in Duns on the Scottish borders. This small museum has a unique collection of memorabilia, photographs and trophies.

Address: 44 Newton Street, Duns, Scottish Borders, TD11 3AU

Opening Times: April 1st to 30th September, Monday to Saturday 10.30am - 1pm, and 2pm - 4.30pm. Sundays 2pm - 4pm.

Open October Monday to Saturday 1pm - 4pm.

Directions: Duns is on the A 6015 between Berwick Upon Tweed and Galashiels.

Access: Level access to all areas. Adapted toilet facilties available.

 

 

 

 

Contact:

telephone: 01361 883960

web site: http://www.duns.bordernet.co.uk/local/clark.html

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