Blog (October 2020) - Visit Isle of Man

Tanya Anderson, the green-fingered brains behind local business Lovely Greens, which specialises in locally produced and sourced body, beauty and homeware products, tells us what her best berry picks on the Isle of Man are this Autumn...

As the rest of the British Isles prepares to celebrate Halloween on the 31st October, the Isle of Man will celebrate Hop Tu Naa, an ancient unbroken Manx tradition.

Ahead of the 31st we've compiled 20 fun facts you may not know about the ancient Manx festival...

The Autumn staycation is the perfect way to relax; whether it's playing games or enjoying a glass of wine by the fire, getting out that thick roll-neck jumper, taking in a picturesque walk or simply enjoying some downtime with your loved ones. Visit Isle of Man has put together a list of staycation offers to take advantage of this season...enjoy those Autumnal leaves turn from green to gold this October and beyond, with an Autumn Staycation. 

Taste the best dishes at the Island’s wide array of Harvest restaurants, cafés and tearooms this Autumn. They use only the freshest local Manx produce to capture your taste buds as they whip up a delicious lunchtime snack, evening meal or afternoon treat for you to enjoy. All of the below have been awarded the 'Harvest Award', which forms part of the Taste Isle of Man accreditation scheme.