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” […]
Ballaugh Glen Road, Ballaugh, IM7 5EE
A favourite for the TT and Manx Grand Prix. Together with traditional camping this site in the beautiful Ballaugh Glen also offers wooden Igloos for those Glampers. Popular with cyclists, hikers and dog friendly.
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 […]
Grange Farm Road, Onchan, IM4 5BG
The Clypse and the Kerrowdhoo Reservoirs exist side by side with the Groudle River flowing into them. The Clypse is the shallower of the two. The reservoir is stocked and open to seasonal fishing with a licence. Anglers can often be found casting their lines along the dam wall.
Begoade Road, Onchan , IM4 6AX
Conrhenny is a triangular planation just outside Onchan. Originally planted with Pine and Spruce in 1968 plans are in place to grow more broadleaf trees. More than 5,000 trees have been planted by local primary school children in the last ten years. A great place for children to learn about nature. The woodland is used […]