Category Archives: Castletown news & events

In conjunction with the Isle of Man Home Guard Re-enactment Society, the Friends Of Castletown Station are holding a celebration of both V.E. and V.J. Day at the station on Saturday 15th August; contact mankscarol@manx.net for details.

Have you visited Balley Cashtal Beg yet? You never know who you might meet! Balley Cashtal Beg is Manx for Little Castletown, a town within a town. Collect a trail leaflet from the Town Hall, Railway Station, Bowling Green Cafe, Craftworks studio, or many other local businesses, look for the stars on the maps and…

Free entry to the local Fun family day with lots going on A day/evening fun day event with fashion contest, local and holiday princess, bonny baby, craft stalls, bouncy castles, games, fancy dress parade in the evening. Live music throughout the day including our castletown metropolitan silver band. There will be a procession with our…

Don’t forget to visit all the fantastic little businesses while you are visiting Castletown! Pick up some peri peri chicken down at Victoria Grill or wood-fired pizza at The Secret Pizza Co, good old fashioned pub grub at The George and the Garrison, authentic noodles at the Time Out Noodle Bar or a bit of…

Designed & painted by local artist & illustrator Eve Adams, Myn’changaroo Ferrishyn a.k.a. The Fairy Wallaby is the design that reflects Eve’s Balley Cashtal Beg community project. Balley Cashtal Beg is Manx Gaelic for ‘Little Castletown’, over 70 fairy doors form a hidden trail around the town with at least 7 fairy doors just around…

Castletown has a lively Market showcasing local crafters and artisan food from around the world on the last Saturday of every month! Come down to Castletown on the last Saturday of every month from 10am to 4pm! Find interesting arts and crafts as well as amazing world food by local producers. Enjoy a wide range…

Castletown looking great today 😎

Castle Rushen looked spectacular during @ourislandim Festival of Light as part of their closing celebrations last night. Visit their site for details on other events.  

The power of the waves captured beautifully in Castletown today by Mike Radcliffe ‘Raw power’ Storm Erik, Castletown

The annual Southern District Society Agricultural Show Great Meadow, Castletown 27th and 28th of July 2019   Our main judging day is on Saturday, when the Supreme Champion will be chosen from the best in the Cattle, Horse, Sheep and Goat sections. Sunday’s judging includes the Harness Section, Show Jumping and Working Hunters for the…

Each year the World Tin Bath Championship takes place in the Middle Harbour, Castletown. The event has been run for many years and all the money raised from this event goes to local charities.   The World Tin Bath Championships will take place on Saturday 6th July 2019 Further information leading up to the event…

Holidays are the perfect excuse for an indulgent breakfast…why not try one of these amazing pastries from Italian Kitchen in Castletown on your next visit? 😋 Italian Kitchen

Looking for something fun, and a little different? Try a ghost tour during your visit 👻 Take a walk on the dark side… The Douglas Ghost Walk. Every Tuesday starting at the Jubilee Clock on Loch Prom. The Peel Ghost Walk. Every Wednesday starting at the House of Manannan. The Castletown Ghost Walk. Every Thursday.…

If you’re lucky enough to be visiting when the tin bath championships are taking place it’s an event not to be missed! Grab a drink from the Gluepot and a spot by the harbour and enjoy the fun 😊 Without a doubt the highlight of the Island’s event calendar….OK, so some people think it’s the…

Our TT guests might be pleased to know this! Life is all about balance 🍰🍾🍔🍻🏋️‍♂️ Market Square has been reconfigured during the TT period to provide increased public space and motorcycle parking. Come and have an alfresco lunch from one of the many eateries in the town. For those that have over indulged, or are…

TT has arrived in Castletown 😎 Castletown is buzzing today!! Photo from The George

Roy Cottage is just a five minute stroll from the historic centre of Castletown, where you can visit Castle Rushen, the old House of Keys, and the Nautical Museum. Stay with us and discover your #iomstory in the ancient capital of Mann. Castle Rushen now open and ready to welcome you with a smile in…

Lovely sunny day for the market in Castletown 😎

The Southern District Agricultural Show is a two day event showcasing the best of the Islands Agricultural and Rural Life, including lots of local producers and businesses. Plenty to see including Livestock, Dog Shows, Light Horse Shows, Machinery, Fur & Feather Displays, and Craft and Produce. Main Ring Entertainment and lots of local catering and…

How beautiful is this incredible photo of Castletown? And this was taken just a stone’s throw from Roy Cottage. Thanks & credit to Andrea Hawley for sharing ❤️

The Castletown Festival’s Picnic in the park and sports day 2018 is announced: Sunday 13th May 2018 A family fun event with fun for all ages with children’s fashion contest, bonny baby competitions, crowning of festival queen 2017, fun stalls, stalls, bouncy castles, refreshments, fancy dress competition in the evening, unique grand confetti carnival, disco dancing…

According to Tripadvisor, these are the top things to do in Castletown this year: #1 of 8 things to do in Castletown Castle Rushen 380 reviews           #2 of 8 things to do in Castletown The Old House of Keys 114 reviews             #3 of 8…

The annual Southern District Society Agricultural Show When: 29th & 30th July 2017 Where: Great Meadow, Castletown The main judging day is on Saturday, when the Supreme Champion will be chosen from the best in the Cattle, Horse, Sheep and Goat sections. Sunday’s judging includes the Harness Section, Show Jumping and Working Hunters for the…

Pop Up Art Trail!!! It has been beautifully co-ordinated by local artist & CCOC member, Eve Adams, who runs her business Paint & Thimble – Handmade Crafts By Eve Adams from her home in Castletown. Eve has worked with so many talented Manx artists to put this trail together in association with IOM Art Festival…

2017 Dates Confirmed The organisers of the three race meetings held on the Billown Course in the south of the Isle of Man, Southern 100 Racing are pleased to confirm the dates of the events being held in 2017.   The Blackford Financial Services Pre-TT Classic Road Races, which traditionally opens the TT fortnight, will take…