Isle of Man
Explore Isle of Man coast, seaside and beaches

The Isle of Man is an island 572 km2 in the Irish Sea lying between Great Britain and Ireland.

This island offers stunning landscapes, and unspoiled beaches on a very long and beautiful coastline making it a perfect holiday destination whoever you are. There is a wealth of history to explore and wonderful places to see from slow and sleepy tourism to action-packed adventure! You even have the original steam railway as an option to transport yourself around.

Whether it's water sports, mountain climbing, biking, walking the coastal paths, watching the wildlife, quad biking or spending a day in the museums and art galleries you'll find exactly what you want to do. The heritage of this island is varied and dates back more than 10 000 years allowing you to discover the ancient castles, forts and mounds, waterwheels and mines and follow in the steps of missionaries and the Vikings!

Raad ny Foillan (Way of the Gull) is a coastal path that takes you around the island. The walk is 145km (90 miles) and is marked by a sign showing a Gull.

The Isle of Man was designated as a UNESCO Biosphere in 2016 in recognition of its special environment, culture, heritage and economy. The Isle of Man is an entire nation Biosphere with all land and territorial sea included.

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Want some ideas on where to visit?

Every favourite location must be visited for the first time. Want some ideas, why not check out the below small selection of coastal locations, including beaches, activities, things to see and do, places to stay and eat:

Events

Isle of Man Food and Drinks Festival

17th September 2022
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18th September 2022
The Isle of Man Food and Drinks Festival celebrates the best of Manx produce with cooking demonstrations, farmers market and many family activities. Why not just come and try some great local food and drink? Read more…
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Lighthouses Challenge

2nd July 2023
The Isle of Man Lighthouses Challenge is an event for all abilities and offers one of 3 courses. Full Circle covering over 100 miles in distance and over 2000 metres (6800 feet) in climbing Half Circle, 51 miles, takes you to the second feed station at St John’s before heading back to Douglas, Quarter Circle takes you south from Douglas Read more…
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Tynwald Open-Air Ceremony

5th July 2023
Tynwald Hill, which is located in St Johns, plays host to an open-air meeting of the Island’s parliament, Tynwald, once a year on July 5th. It is believed that the open-air ceremony, was established by Norse Viking settlers over a thousand years ago with the hill thought to have been built in the 13th century, making it the oldest continuous Read more…
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Ramsey Beach

Ramsey beach is a large stretch of sand that spans either side of the breakwaters and river mouth. The town is the second largest on the Isle of Man and is busy with a working harbour and has a good selection of shops, pubs, cafe and restaurants. Read more…
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Rushen Abbey

Rushen Abbey was founded in 1134 and is now a heritage centre (part of the ‘Story of Mann’) with a building containing artefacts and telling the history of Rushen Abbey and the surrounding area. The abbey also has some nice garden areas,. Read more…
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Fleshwick Bay Beach

Fleshwick Bay beach is a small stone and pebble beach sheltered by high cliffs on either side. Fleshwick Bay can be a good swimming beach as it is not busy and due to the sheltered nature can be very calm and flat. Fleshwick Bay has no facilities other than a small rough car park at the end of a narrow Read more…
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Tower of Refuge

The Tower of Refuge, also known as St. Mary’s Isle, is a small castle-like structure built upon a partially submerged reef in Douglas Bay, The structure was built after RNLI founder William Hillary petitioned for a sanctuary to be built on St Mary’s Isle The reef had taken many ships and so the tower provided both a visible warning for Read more…
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Peel Castle

Peel Castle was built in the 11th century by the Vikings and stands on St Patrick’s Isle which is connected to Peel by a causeway. The castle was expanded and modernised to what you see today by the 7th Earl of Derby during the English Civil War. When the castle ceased to be a fortress it continued to be used Read more…
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Chicken Rock Lighthouse

Chicken Rock Lighthouse sits on an island at the southern end of the Isle of Man. Completed at the end of 1874, the 44-metre-high (144 ft) tapered tower is constructed of granite and was designed by David and Thomas Stevenson. The lighthouse was automated in 1961. Although the Calf of Man has its own lighthouse it can often be obscured Read more…
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Curraghs Wildlife Park

At the Curraghs Wildlife Park, you can expect to see large cats, birds of prey, primates and family favourites such as Meerkats, Penguins and Red Pandas in spacious walkthrough enclosures in scenic surroundings. Cafe and indoor and outside play areas as well as a miniature railway – which runs seasonally. Read more…
Place to eat

Cornerhouse Coffee

Cornerhouse Coffee has a great location with seats available overlooking Chapel Bay Beach. Selection of homemade cakes, locally sourced pies, paninis, tea and coffee. Read more…
Place to eat

Cafe Bar Two Six

Cafe Bar Two Six serves a selection of breakfasts, brunches and bites. Read more…
History and heritage

Leece Museum

Leece Museum is in the centre of Peel in the historic old courthouse. The museum takes you through the history of Peel as a busy Manx fishing port including fishing, boat building, the world wars and law and order. You also have a permanent exhibition of TT & MGP winning racing machines, vintage, and off-road bikes. Read more…
Sports

7th Wave Sailing School

7th Wave is an RYA Recognised Training Centre, offering dinghy sailing, powerboat and shore-based courses, in Port Erin, Isle of Man. We also provide Kayak and SUP hire from our shop located on the Port Erin beach front. Read more…
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White Beach

White Beach is a little-known beach often missed unless you are walking along the coast path. The beach gets its name from the countless white pebbles. To access you need to park at Niarbyl Bay Beach and walk south along the coast path, the walk has a spectacular rugged coastline with rolling grass cliff tops and rocky shoreline below. White Read more…
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Some more seaside locations

Ballaugh Ballig Calf of Man Castletown Douglas Jurby Kirk Michael Laxey Lezayre Peel Port Erin Port St Mary Ramsey