Joey Dunlop was awarded the MBE in 1986 and the OBE in 1995 for his services to motorcycle racing and his extensive charity work in the Balkans.
The bronze statue depicts Joey Dunlop in his iconic racing leathers, captured in a pose familiar to his many fans.
The garden was officially unveiled in 2002, two years after his fatal accident in Tallinn, Estonia.
Joey Dunlop is widely regarded as one of the greatest road racers in history, having won the Isle of Man TT Formula One title for five consecutive years.
The local council maintains the site as part of their heritage trail honoring Ballymoney's most famous sporting son.
The Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden in Ballymoney honors the legendary motorcycle road racer Joey Dunlop, who claimed a record 26 Isle of Man TT victories. The memorial serves as a public space of remembrance, featuring a life-sized bronze statue of Dunlop sculpted by artist Valerie Clouston. It is located in the heart of Ballymoney, the hometown of the Dunlop racing dynasty. The site features manicured lawns, seating areas, and commemorative plaques detailing his sporting achievements and humanitarian work. The garden was commissioned and funded by public subscription following his death in 2000. It is a central point of pilgrimage for motorcycle enthusiasts visiting Northern Ireland. The site remains a well-maintained public asset managed to preserve the legacy of the 'King of the Roads'.
The direct front view of the life-sized bronze statue against the backdrop of the memorial garden.
Combine your visit with a trip to the Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre nearby for a complete experience of the town's local sporting tributes.
Visit on a weekday morning to enjoy the quietest atmosphere for reflection.
Respect the site as a place of memorial and keep noise levels low out of consideration for other visitors.
Do not climb on the memorial statue or the plinth.
