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CALF OF MAN
| Open: | 8th April though September. Cruises from 10.00hrs and at other times, weather permitting |
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| Tariff: | Fares charged. |
| Parking: | Ample. |
| Disabled: | Not suitable. |
| Tel: | +44 (0)1624 832339 |
| Location | The Sound. |
| Description | |
| The Calf of Man is a 616 acre islet lying across the Sound off the Island's south west tip, below the hillside village of cregneash. It is a bird sanctuary and nature reserve managed by Manx National Heritage and has a resident warden and a bird observatory. The cliffs and springy turf are nesting grounds for chough, Manx shearwater and other species. It is possible to visit the Calf during summer months, weather and visitor numbers permitting. There are several boat trips daily from Port Erin in the summer, allowing you several hours on the Island. Bird observatory dormitory accommodation - limited, but can be booked through Manx National Heritage on 01624 648000 Note: No cafe, no toilets. | |
| For further information please see the Manx National Heritage Site | |
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