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Railway Ramble: Castletown, Scarlett, Pooil Vaaish

Type:Family Fun

Railway Ramble: Castletown, Scarlett, Pooil Vaaish

About

Grading: Leisurely
Distance: 9.6 km / 6 miles 

Start & Finish: Castletown Station

Through Castletown and along the coastline, see the geology of Scarlett and the Black Marble Quarry then back through open farmland.

On your walk you'll pass Scarlett Visitor Centre, a volcanic plug (The Stack) and a Viking ship burial at Balladoole.

Advice and Safety Information

Leisurely - walks for reasonably fi t people with at least a little country walking experience. The route will include un-surfaced rural paths and tracks. Walking boots and suitable clothing are recommended.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Distance: 5-10 Miles
  • Grade: Easy/ Leisurely
Castletown

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What's Nearby

  1. Nestled between Castletown’s picturesque train station and Silverburn river lies Poulsom…

    0.08 miles away
  2. Uncover the story of the inventive George Quayle and his most significant surviving…

    0.38 miles away
  3. A wide range of exhibits relating the military and aviation history of the Isle of Man…

    0.39 miles away
  1. Discover one of the most preserved medieval castles in Europe.

    0.41 miles away
  2. Be greeted by the secretary of the former home of the Manx Parliament, and take your seat…

    0.43 miles away
  3. The horseshoe-shaped bay of Castletown, offers sandy stretches and pebbly coves. The…

    0.7 miles away
  4. The beautiful Kirk Malew Church is a traditional Manx church that still retains the…

    0.86 miles away
  5. Derbyhaven Beach is a secluded cove on the south-eastern coast where you can enjoy the…

    1.01 miles away
  6. The Nature Discovery Centre is full of information on its surroundings, the environment…

    1.2 miles away
  7. Balladoole, near to Castletown, is one of the most significant historic monument sites on…

    1.38 miles away
  8. Rushen Abbey was gifted by King Olaf I for use as a monastery in 1134. The visitor…

    1.4 miles away
  9. The Silverburn begins its journey above the village of St Marks, passing through…

    1.52 miles away
  10. With views casting over Castletown and Port Erin, stargazers are guaranteed sensational…

    1.75 miles away
  11. This is a extremely popular spot for all the family with a childrens playground…

    1.91 miles away
  12. There is plenty of wild beauty to enjoy, with waterfalls in sight and the Colby River…

    2.88 miles away
  13. Port Grenaugh Cove beach is situated on the South East Coast of the Island, between Port…

    3.14 miles away
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