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The 43rd World Tin Bath Championships will take place in the middle harbour, Castletown, tomorrow (Saturday), starting at 3pm. The event is run by the Castletown Ale Drinkers’ Society and sponsored by Jameson Whiskey, Heron and Brearley, Capital International, The Vineyard, Tower Insurance, 3FM and Poker Stars. It has attracted an entry of more than…

Marine researchers have described a “privileged encounter” after photographing 15 Risso’s dolphins, about one mile from the Manx coastline. Manx Basking Shark Watch (MBSW) scientists came across a pod of 14 adults and one juvenile on 12 July. The Risso’s group, which consisted of several large males, was spotted near The Sound off the south…

The Manx Heritage Transport Festival takes place from July 24 to July 28 with a host of events such as special tours and walks, classic vehicles, summit dining, a coastal cruise and rail ale available. The festival will celebrate 140 years of steam in Peel and features five days of unique events. Amongst the range…

For some great days out this winter, Peel Castle, Laxey Wheel and Castle Rushen are open to the public for weekends from 9 February 2013. Timed to coincide with the half term break, the weekend openings provide an opportunity for both visitors and local residents to explore three of the Island’s most iconic heritage sites…

Tin Bath races Castletown Harbour . Published on Friday 6 July 2012 09:35 TOMORROW (Saturday) will see the 41st World Tin Bath Championships take place in the middle harbour at Castletown. The unique event, which kicks off at 2.30pm, is run by the Castletown Ale Drinkers Society. This year it has attracted more than 90…

Special trains have been laid on for this year’s Queenie Festival thanks to Isle of Man Railways. The 09:50 departure from Douglas and the 15:50 return from Port St Mary on Saturday 30 and Sunday 1 July will be named the ‘Queenie Express’ and will include a buffet carriage selling breakfast, snacks, drinks and more…