Discover Autumn and Rediscover the Isle of Man

D iscover Autumn a nd Red iscover the Isle of Ma n Your one stop guide to what’s on this Autumn

Visit Isle of Man have rounded up their favourite Autumn events and activities, cosy country stays and Autumn hideaways, as well as a range of itinerary ideas to inspire you as the weather turns cooler and the colours of the Island’s vistas change.

All available right on your doorstep!

Rediscover the Isle of Man this Autumn, and get ready to capture those golden moments with friends, family and loved ones…

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What’s On this Autumn Discover your #IOMstory at one of the Isle of Man's extraordinary events. Autumn sees an abundance of events on offer, including Hop-Tu-Naa treasure hunts, fire festivals, craft workshops, Oktoberfests, Heritage open days, live music gigs, art exhibitions and more.

Below is a selection of local events taking place this Autumn...

Milntown Treasure Hunt Time for a spooky treasure hunt.... Can you find the spooky gang which have escaped into the Milntown gardens?

24th October – 1st November

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Summerhill Glen Lights

Big Bree Workshop Weekend 2020 Folklore themed fun with Manx music, dance and culture, ending with a final showcase concert for those aged 10-18, taking place at St John’s Methodist Hall.

Seasonal lighting display in the popular beauty spot of Summerhill Glen, Douglas.

25th-26th October

Each evening up until early January 2021

Ha lloween Sca re Maze

Where’s Wa lly? Spooky Museum Sea rch Join the search for Wally with your family at the Manx Museum this half-term. Pick up an activity sheet and get a spooky bookmark if you find him!

Up to 1st November

D ining Ca r Experiences Unique dining experiences on the Island’s heritage railways.

Up to 1st November Pre-booking required T:697457 E:Steamdining@gov.im

Halloween Scare Maze Special Event within the Spooky Wood, South Barrule Forest Park.

26th, 27th and 29th October Pre-booking required

The Great Laxey Mines Ra ilway Hop Tu Naa Ghost Tra ins Climb aboard the Hop Tu Naa Ghost Trains at the Valley Gardens Laxey – Your carriage awaits!

25th, 31st October and 1st November

Turnips on Tour (4 locations) Manx National Heritage return for their annual Hop Tu Naa event, but with a difference.

24th – 31st October Pre-booking required: https://manxnationalheritage.im/whats-on

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Hop Tu Naa Treasure Hunt A Hop Tu Naa treasure hunt in Noble’s Park, with lots of great prizes up for grabs.

27th October

Hop Tu Naa Bunting Child ren’s Workshop Join the Cregneash Crafters at the Manx Museum for a workshop on how to make traditional hand sewn bunting.

28th October Pre-booking required: https://manxnationalheritage.im/whats-on

Sca refest – The Reawa kening The undead are calling. As the nights draw in, there’s a resurgence of activity underfoot at Milntown Forest as creatures of the night, the broken and banished rise for the scaring season.

28th-31st October Pre-booking advised: https://www.milntown.org/events

Curraghs Wild life Pa rk Spooktacula r Curraghs Wildlife Park’s Annual Halloween Family Fun Day will include a variety of activities including spooky slime, face painting, monster masks, pumpkin jars and much more!

29th – 30th October

VillaGaiety are delighted to welcome local Manx-inspired band Biskee Brisht to the Villa Marina’s Prom Suite as a part of their recently announced Made in Mann series!

30th October Pre-booking required: https://www.villagaiety.com/whats-on/

Hello Little People present... A (spooky) BEG A DVENTURE Produced in partnership with The Children’s Centre, Hello Little People invite you to join Tom Begg on his Hop Tu Naa Adventure. Will you dare to try on Jinny the Witch’s hat? Or get up close and personal with the Moddey Dhoo?

30th October

Sound Record s Presents: Terry George a nd the Long Ta ll Sha kies + guests The freshest music acts the Isle of Man has to offer. Taking place at The Embassy Room at The British, genres include soulful rock, blues and acoustic sets.

30th October Pre-booking required: https://www.soundrecords.im/tickets

Oie Houney Winter Fire Festiva l a nd Firework D isplay Celebrate Oie Houney and Hop Tu Naa at a spectacular sound and fire show taking place on Peel shore line against the backdrop of Peel Castle.

31st October

Ma rch of the Zombies Dress up, join the Zombie March and meet the Zombie King at Villiers Square where he will guide his hordes of Zombie followers through Douglas Town Centre!

31st October

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Hop Tu Naa @ the D ome Turnips, pumpkins and fire…maybe some rollercoasters, wildlife and music taking place at The Dome at The Nunnery.

31st October

Ra msey Town Commissioners Firework Spectacula r Taking place at Mooragh Park, get ready for one of the Island’s most spectacular fireworks displays!

5th November

The Wind in the Willows The Service Players present Alan Bennett’s adaptation of the delightful classic family tale, The Wind in the Willows at the Gaiety Theatre.

5th – 7th November Pre-booking advised: https://www.villagaiety.com/whats-on

3D Christmas Bauble Workshop (for Child ren) Taking place at the House of Manannan, make a set of 3 different shaped 3D baubles to take home and decorate your tree.

14th November Pre-booking required: https://manxnationalheritage.im/whats-on

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Sta rgazing Series: Mr Hubble a nd his a mazing Telescope An evening supper and opportunity to stargaze at one of the Island’s most dramatic coastlines and accredited Dark Skies location, The Sound.

13th November Pre-booking required: https://manxnationalheritage.im/whats-on

Christmas Hygge – Winter A rtisa n Fa ir Taking place at the Manx Museum, the Christmas Hygge Winter Fair will have plenty of beautiful Christmas gifts and treats from some of your favourite local artists.

14th and 15th November

Christmas Ma rket at Milntown This year Milntown will be hosting an outdoor Christmas craft fair for all the family to enjoy!

15th November

3D Christmas Ca rd Workshop (for A d ults) Taking place at the House of Manannan, make your own 3D Christmas Card inspired by the Nativity story.

15th November Pre-booking required: https://manxnationalheritage.im/whats-on For a full list of what’s on and to find out more about the above events, scan this code or visit: visitisleofman.com/experience/whats-on

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Please check with the event providers directly for further information on dates and times, and availability.

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Inspiration for Autumn Need some inspiration for a day out this Autumn with friends and family? Look no further.

Autumn Wa lks Autumn is a time of wonder when our Island’s landscapes turn into a kaleidoscope of colours and numerous wildlife experiences. Now is the time to wrap up warm and explore the wonderful glens, reservoirs, coastlines and countryside right on our doorstep.

We’ve highlighted just a few of these magical Autumnal walks below...

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• Glen Maye to Glen Wyllin (14.7km) - A spectacular bridged gorge and waterfall dominate this walk. Its beautiful sheltered, fern-filled woodland includes some relics of the ancient forests that once covered Mann.

• Glen Mooar and Glen Wyllin to Bishopscourt (3.5km) Two beautiful glens, a disused Victorian railway line, an ancient site, a nature reserve and one of the Island’s tallest waterfalls.

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• Dhoon Glen to Laxey Glen (7.7km) - Dhoon Glen, known for its natural and rugged beauty; the waterfall present half way down the valley is referred to as the Inneen Vooar or Big Girl, and is one of the highest falling waterfalls on the Island.

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• Laxey Glen to Injebreck (19.4km) - Laxey Glen is rich in mature exotic trees and natural woodland, and also now includes the recently renovated Laxey Glen restaurant. Picturesque Injebreck Reservoir is actually located on the site of an old village, the remains of which can be seen when the water levels are very low!

Hop Tu Naa Haunts The Isle of Man is rich in history… and steeped in legend. Stories from the great beyond are abundant and, with Hop Tu Naa just around the corner, we couldn’t think of a better time of year to tell them – and for you to explore them!

• Seat B14 at the Gaiety Theatre - The lady in seat B14, the Gaiety’s Ho p Tu Naa Ha unt s most famous ghost, looks more like a friendly grandma than an otherworldly being - until she disappears! Do you dare to book seat B14?

• Castle Mona – Built in 1804, the castle which was recently sold at auction, is home to many ghosts, including Room 212, haunted by two little girls who reportedly stood at the end of guests’ beds; a scene that could be right out of The Shining!

• The Witch Cries at Slieau Whallian Hill - In centuries past, women charged with witchcraft were brought to Slieau Whallian Hill in St. John’s to decide their guilt – many perished at the site, and to this day, people report hearing ‘witch’s cries’.

• Peel Castle’s Moddey Dhoo - Soldiers and guards have long been aware of the Moddey Dhoo, a large black apparition in the shape of a dog who prowled the lands of Peel Castle – some say, he still does!

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Autumn Food Stops to Whet the A ppetite The Isle of Man is a melting pot of character and taste; from independent coffee shops, cosy country pubs to fine-dining restaurants – all surrounded by picturesque views of the Irish Sea and Manx countryside.

There are so many Autumn Eateries for all culinary tastes, located in the North, South, East and West (and don’t forget Snaefell!), with menus that deliver the highest quality food and drink using some of the best, local ingredients.

From handpicked vegetables at local farms to home reared Loaghtan lamb and freshly caught queenies, our produce is key to creating traditional mouth-watering dishes.

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Why not venture out to somewhere new this Autumn?

Visit visitisleofman.com/experience/food-and-drink for inspiration…

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For further inspiration, why not have a read of the Visit Isle of Man Blog? We’ve been fortunate enough to join up with a number of locals, to discover what they’ll be getting up to over this Autumn period…

Visit: visitisleofman.com/blog

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A-Z of Autumn Your A-Z guide to Autumn in the Isle of Man Below we’ve highlighted the A-Zs of Autumn, taken from our ‘A-Z Autumn Guide’, which is bursting with ideas and inspiration to help you capture those golden moments with friends, family and loved ones this Autumn.

To download the full guide visit: visitisleofman.com/discoverautumn

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Autumn Staycations a nd Specia l Offers Sometimes the best discoveries are right under your nose…

An Autumn staycation is the perfect way to relax; whether it’s playing games or enjoying a glass of wine by the fire, getting out that thick roll-neck jumper, taking in a picturesque walk or simply enjoying some downtime with your loved ones.

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Unplug and find comfort in one of our many Autumn hideaways…

Visit: visitisleofman.com/discoverautumn to find your perfect Staycation this Autumn

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There are also a number of special offers to take advantage of this season, from eating out, tennerfests, to staycations. Enjoy those Autumnal leaves as they turn from green to gold this October and beyond…

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Visit: visitisleofman.com/special-offers for a range of local special offers this Autumn.

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