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Meet the Port Erin florist behind the TT victory garlands

Picture credit: Manx Radio

Heidi Baker uses laurel leaves 'from locations around the course'

When successful TT riders take to the winners' podium next week they'll be adorned with a laurel wreath created here on the Isle of Man.

They've been created by florist Heidi Baker from The Flower Studio in Port Erin. 

Heidi, who's had responsibility for making the wreaths since last year's races, says TT used to be a quiet time of year for her and she'd even close up shop. 

"We've got a couple of clients that live on the TT course who are happy to supply us with the laurel leaves." 

Heidi says she's proud of the fact the garlands are Manx-made, using metal frames from Island Iron Craft:

Visitors to the TT Grandstand will be able to take a photograph with one of Heidi's laurel wreaths as part of a display in aid of The Great North Air Ambulance.

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