Cregneash

About

Settled on an upland plateau overlooking the Calf of Man, Cregneash village was one of the last strongholds of the Manx language and customs which characterised the crofting way of life. Step inside the Manx cottages to see how crofters lived through stories, skills and craft demonstrations. Take time to enjoy the changing seasons and natural history. You may see cats with no tails, four-horned sheep and traditional farming practices in action.

Cregneash Village also offers good sky views in all directions. Cregneash is the perfect place to admire the stars, with some of the darkest skies on Island.

Cregneash Village is one of 26 registered Dark Sky Discovery Sites on the Isle of Man. With the help of Interpretation Boards on site, stargazers can fully enjoy the stunning views on offer in the Manx skies.

Advice and Safety:

The stargazing site is located at the picnic area, in front of the Creg y Shee Café in the Cregneash village. The area is grassed with picnic tables present.

Map & Directions

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Cregneash

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Public Transport Directions

By Car: 16 miles south of Douglas on the a5 road. At Gansey take the A31 to Cregneash and the Sound. The village is on the left, after approximately 1.5 miles. A car park is located just before the village on the right.

By Bus: Bus services include the 28. For further information regarding the bus timetable please visit www.bus.im

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Facilities

Accessibility

Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp / Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant
Picnic Site

Leisure Facilities

Shop

Parking & Transport

Coach parking available
On site parking
Parking (free)

Payment Methods

Accepts major credit and debit cards
Approx length of visit - 1h+
Delta accepted
Groups Accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Open by appointment outside normal opening times
Solo accepted
Special group rates
Visa accepted

Provider Facilities

Accept coach parties
Event Venue
Group Friendly
Stargazer Friendly
Toilets

Provider Features

In countryside
Indoor Attraction
No Smoking Attraction
Outdoor Attraction
Village Location

Target Markets

Marketed Towards Families
Marketed Towards Senior Citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

Demonstrations Given
Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups

Travel & Trade

Group discounts available
Min group size numeric qualifier - 15

Opening Times

Autumn (3 Sept 2018 - 4 Nov 2018)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 16:00

* Please contact our Group Bookings Officer should you wish to arrange a visit during our winter closure period, as we may be able to facilitate visits to some sites, by special request. A minimum of two weeks notice is required.

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Recent Reviews:

Derek H
Freckleton, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Living History
Saturday, 15th September 2018
A lot explore and people in costume explain the origins, operation of the buildings in detail. The buildings are dotted among houses currently lived in and labelled as private dwellings, although the... Read full review
Kay C
Trip Type:
Couples
Very interesting
Wednesday, 12th September 2018
Not the easiest to find in the car. It is accessible to walkers and by bus. Not a large attraction but staffed by passionate and knowledgeable people prepared to share stories and practical skills... Read full review
EESW1
Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
A step back into the past
Monday, 27th August 2018
Cregneash is a small village of traditional Manx cottages with thatched roofs. At the southern tip of the island it was very isolated and the last place where Manx was spoken. When Harry Kelly died... Read full review

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