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WHAT’S ON
16.07 – mid August
THE EYES OF THE HOUSE AND OTHER PICTURES
//HODGSON LOOM GALLERY, LAXEY// An exhibition of watercolours from Isle of Man exile David Swinton. David is wellknown on the Island for his wood carving and sculptures, his stamp designs for Isle of Man Post Office and his illuminated illustrations, but this body of work includes paintings he’s worked on over the last 18 years, and which he says he’s “enjoyed painting more than any other recent works”. These paintings are full of rich detail, and it’s worth a trip to Laxey to see not only what he paints, but how he works.
which runs 36 miles across the Island linking the historic centres of Rushen Abbey, Peel Cathedral and Maughold. The experience offers a chance to take time out for reflection, absorbing local heritage along the way: celtic keeills (early chapels), carved crosses and holy wells. The terrain varies from sheltered glen to scenic clifftop; from rugged moorland to dramatic waterfalls and walkers can choose to do as little as half a day or the whole route. More information from www.pilgrimageisleofman.im/
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21.07.2018
//RUSHEN ABBEY, PEEL CATHEDRAL & MAUGHOLD// A four-day walk along the Triskelion Way, the Isle of Man’s Pilgrimage Trail
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//PEEL// A long standing annual gathering of old boats, maritime culture, boatbuilding and entertainment in the Island’s traditional fishing town. www.peeltraditionalboat.org
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//RAMSEY// The Ramsey Carnival starts at 2pm at Ramsey Swimming Pool, continues through Mooragh Park before finishing at the Rugby club with prizes for best float and best costumes provided by the town commissioners. There is still time to enter your float (application forms from jacquik@ manx.net) but walking entries just need to turn up on the day. Main sponsor Farmers Combine is providing all the kids rides for free and AFD Software is providing help with additional costs.
MANX HERITAGE TRANSPORT FESTIVAL
PILGRIMAGE WALK ALONG THE TRISKELION WAY
PEEL TRADITIONAL BOAT WEEKEND
RAMSEY CARNIVAL
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20.07 – 23.07/2018
27.07 – 29.07.2018
//GREAT MEADOW ESTATE, CASTLETOWN// The agricultural and rural industries of the Island remain the core theme of this show, with the very best examples of lifestock, equine, canine, poultry and small animals on display. Entry is from 10am to 6pm both days, £5 (£3 on Sunday) for adults, £1 (free on Sunday) to under 16s.
DARK HORSE MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL
Adult Weekend Ticket - £55 (including camping)
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SOUTHERN DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW
20.07 – 22.07.2018
The surrounding fields (as well as housing the campsites) will be alive with local food producers, artists, teachers and musicians sharing what they do.
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28.07 – 29.07.2018
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//SILLY MOOS CAMPSITE, RAMSEY// Three days of music, camping and good company, along with activities, workshops and stalls for the mind, body, soul, eardrums and taste buds. Headline acts include Krafty Kuts plus legendary Jurassic 5 MC Chali 2NA, The Carny Villains, Grinny Grandad, Foxtrap (formerly Baltic States) and local favourites HanFX/ JorDMC and Buncha Skankas amongst others.
JULY
//ISLAND WIDE// Enjoy five action – and nostalgia packed days travel on the Isle of Man Railways unrivalled network of heritage railways. From Vintage Bus Tours of closed lines, Unusual Tram and Trailer combinations, Sunset Dinners at Snaefell and Photography Tours this year’s festival features the retun to service of the legendary Manx Northern Locomotive, ‘Caledonia’ which was built for hauling the heavy mineral trains between Ramsey Harbour and Foxdale Mines. The Trammers, Groudle Glen Railway, Jurby Transport Museum and various speakers all form part of the 2018 festival
29.07.2018
BLUES & ROOTS – GRANT DERMODY AND JOHN MILLER
//THE CENTENARY CENTRE, PEEL// Local man ‘Blue’ John Gregory presents two of his biggest musical heroes, harmonica player/singer Grant Dermody and guitar player/singer John Miller – all the way from Washington State, USA to the Isle of Man before they cross to Gloucester to teach at the Blues Week there. This Peel gig is just one of two in the British Isles – and is an opportunity not to be missed. Tickets are £15 (£12 concessions) and are available from Shakti Man in Ramsey and Celtic Gold in Peel. Full price tickets are also available online at www.etickets.im/ bjm ISLE OF MAN PREMIER MAGAZINE