Foxdale Road, Foxdale, IM9 3ET
Situated at 600 feet the name Archallagan means “high ridge” and consists of 371 acres of diversely planted trees and rough moorland. The plantation, created in 1873, has a crisscross of paths which are used by the Manx Orienteering and Manx Mountain Bike Club together with dog walkers, hikers and horse riders. A beautiful and […]
Ballacollister Road, Baldhoon, Laxey
A Larch and Spruce plantation on the Northern slopes of Glen Roy. Axnfell has a picnic site next to the carpark with beautiful views over the hills. It can be a bit windy though so best bring a thermos flask. This is also a popular stargazing site and one of the 26 named “Dark Skies” […]
Rhenab Road, Cornaa, Maughold
This 17 acre glen is made up of various trees including oak, beech, ash, willow and birch. The Cornaa River cuts through the slate forming small cascades and waterfalls which were used by the two mills once situated in the glen. In Spring it is carpeted with bluebells. The larger of the two mills, found […]
Ballannette Country Park, Ballamenagh Road, Baldrine, IM4 6AJ
The Ballannette is a series of small lakes surrounded by beautiful countryside and inspiring coastal views. It is a popular birdwatching and stargazing spot. Old Lonan Church is nearby.
Mountain Road, Gooseneck Corner, Ramsey, IM7 1AB
The Ramsey Water Works originally created this reservoir in 1884, trapping the water from Druidale and Ballure, to provide water for Ramsey. The Water Treatment Works was constructed in the 1950s. It is now owned by the Government and since 2005, has been used solely for recreational purposes, including fishing. Deeply picturesque this location has […]
Beetles, Bugs and Beasties designed and judged by local artist Sally Black. This competition is open to Isle of Man residents only. If you live off Island, you can always do it for fun, but sorry, no prizes. As the days get longer and hopefully warmer, there is a lot to see in the great […]