Isle of Man

The Isle of Man has been inhabited since the Mesolithic, and later Celtic settlers brought the Gaelic speech from which the Manx language developed. Early Christian missionaries left numerous carved stone crosses and sm…

The Isle of Man became an island around 8000 BC, when rising seas after the last ice age cut it off from its neighbours. People reached it by boat some time before 6500 BC; these first hunter-gatherers and fishermen lef…

The video is a more than 360 degree panorama around the summit of Snaefell.

The Adult Visitor Holiday Pass covers most major attractions, is valid for two weeks and costs £40 in 2026. Buy it at the first attraction you visit, and you'll break even from about the fourth. But there's a long list …

In the later part of the Mesolithic Period c.8000 BC, the Isle of Man was cut off from the surrounding islands as sea levels rose following the end of the last ice age. Humans colonised it by travelling by sea some time…

The Isle of Man (Manx: Mannin [ˈmanɪnʲ], also Ellan Vannin [ˈɛlʲan ˈvanɪnʲ]), also known simply as Manxland, Man or Mann ( man), is a self-governing British Crown Dependency in the Irish Sea, between Great Britain and I…

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Fresh vegetables, farm cheese or honey from nearby just taste better when you know where they come from. Where do you like to buy local produce in Isle of Man, at the weekly market or straight from the farm? Share your …

The playground, the ice-cream shop, the walk to school: many places hold memories that stay with us for life. What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of growing up in Isle of Man? We'd love to hear your…

Sometimes it's the cake, sometimes the view, sometimes just the staff who remember your name. Where do you like to have your coffee or tea in Isle of Man? Share your tips in the comments!