Church and village halls around the Island have long been used for serving TT refreshments, helping to raise funds for local good causes at the same time.
This year for the first time, the imposing Masonic Hall in Douglas has opened its doors to the public.
Tha Masons are serving breakfast and evening meals throughout race week, in a venue many non-members would regard as 'off limits'!
It's a commercial venture spearheaded by chef Alan Steele.
But he's concerned people won't be able to find the hall behind the high walls - as the advertising banner's mysteriously disappeared:
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