Self-Guided Walks

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   Railway Ramble: Laxey, Agneash, Snaefell, Sky Hill, Ramsey

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   Laxey Station, Laxey

   Laxey

   Grading: Strenuous
   Distance: 20 km / 12.5 miles
   This walk takes you to the highest point on the Island, Snaefell, across open moors via the Millennium Way to the north of the Island with spectacular views throughout.

   
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   Railway Ramble: Santon Station, Glen Grenaugh, Port Grenaugh and Santon Head

   Address

   Santon Station, Santon

   Santon

   Grading: Leisurely
   Distance: 11 km / 6.75 miles
   Hop off the Steam Train at Santon Station to take in the sights of a sandy hidden cove leading to a section of the Raad ny Follian, the coastal footpath and a little known glen which blooms in spring.

   
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   Bayr Ny Skeddan 'The Herring Road'

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   Castletown Harbour, The Quay, Castletown, IM9 1LD

   Castletown

   Follow the route from Castletown to Peel and travel the path once taken by Manx fishermen between the two key ports.

   
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   Railway Ramble: Ballasalla, Rushen Abbey, Silverdale Glen, Grenaby

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   Ballasalla

   Ballasalla

   Grading: Leisurely
   Distance: 11.7 km / 7.32 miles
   Ramble through Silverdale Glen beside the river, through quiet lanes whilst taking in the history of Rushen Abbey and the beauty of the open farmland.

   
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   Railway Ramble: Colby Station, Colby Glen, Cronk-e-Dhooney to Colby Level Halt

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   Grading: Leisurely
   Distance: 5.97 km / 3.71 miles
   The walk allows you to explore wild beauty in both the glen and the countryside. Colby river runs centrally through the glen, with footpaths on either side, proving pleasant stream side walks.
   

   
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   Port Erin Town Walks

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   Start: Port Erin Steam Railway Station, Station Road, Port Erin, IM9 6AE

   Port Erin

   All three trails begin at Port Erin Steam Railway Station and follow the routes down to the bay where it then diverges down to the promenade and harbour, as well as a slightly more strenuous route towards Bradda Head.

   
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   4 - Central North Summit and Sulby Valley

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   Start/Finish: Sulby Claddagh, Sulby

   Sulby

   Grading: Difficult
   Distance/Duration: 21km or 13mi / 7h
   A big walk through the striking and steep sided Tholt y Will Glen and plantation to take in a single summit, Slieau Managh.

   
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   Douglas River Glass Walk

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   National Sports Centre Car Park, Groves Road, Douglas, IM2 1RB

   Douglas

   Follow the paths of the Rivers Dhoo and Glass as they make their way from across the island to form the River Douglas amongst the woodland at the heart of the Island's capital.

   
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   Douglas Heritage and Nature Walk

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   The Grandstand, Douglas

   dtcm@douglas.gov.im

   Douglas

   The Douglas Heritage and Nature Walk celebrates the variety in the town's landscapes, architecture, history and culture. The trail takes in 57 points of interest around Douglas and its outskirts starting at the famous TT Grandstand.

   
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    Railway Ramble: Ballasalla, Castletown, Derbyhaven, Port Grenaugh

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    Ballasalla Station, Ballasalla

    Ballasalla

    Grading: Moderate
    Distance: 16.2 km / 10.1 miles
    A spectacular walk through towns, along rivers, coastline and beaches, with castles and museums on the way. Make a day of it, take a picnic and just enjoy the beauty that surrounds you.

    
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    5 - North West Summits

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    Start/Finish: Kirk Michael Main Road, Kirk Michael

    Kirk Michael

    Grading: Difficult
    Distance/Duration: 17km or 10.5mi / 6h
    You will climb the steep slopes of Slieau Curn for enchanting views northwards of the remote Glen Dhoo Valley where there is often swooping Peregrine Falcons and Hen Harriers.

    
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    Maughold's Coast, Coves and Viking Crosses

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    Port Lewaigue Car Park, Port Lewaigue

    Port Lewaigue

    Grading: Moderate
    Distance: 7.24 km/ 4.5 miles
    This outstanding coastal walk in the north of the Island provides spectacular views, coves and the opportunity to spot plenty of wildlife, whilst walking along a part of the Raad ny Foillan.

    
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    Railway Ramble: Ballaglass Glen, Port Cornaa, Glen Mona

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    Grading: Moderate
    Distance: 4.8 km / 3 miles
    A short but beautiful walk taking you through one of the most picturesque Victorian Glens on the Island, to the hidden cove of Port Cornaa. You will re-join the Manx Electric Railway at Glen Mona.

    
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    8 – West Summit

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    Start/Finish: Slieau Whallian Road, St Johns

    St Johns

    Grading: Moderate
    Distance/Duration: 5.3km or 3.2mi / 2h
    This walk offers rewarding views do offer a west outlook of Peel Hill and St Patrick’s Isle, Peel Castle and the mighty southern summits.

    
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    6 - Central Summits

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    Start: Brandywell Road, Finish: Peel Road, West Baldwin

    West Baldwin

    Grading: Difficult
    Distance/Duration: 10km or 6.2mi / 3h 15m
    Expect rich wildlife and far-reaching views on this linear route through the Island’s peaceful central spine as you walk from top to top of these five summits.

    

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