Spanish Head Spanish Head, The Sound There are two schools of thought regarding the naming of Spanish head. The first is that it comes from the Manx descriptions of the rock. The second, more romantic notion is that shipwrecked sailors from the Spanish Armada were cast onto the Island here. In the 1070s a Marine Scientist from Liverpool did find a […] Read More
Special Olympics Centre 21, Greenfield Road, Douglas, IM2 6ED The Isle of Man won its first medal at the 2019 Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi. Emily Keigwin picked up bronze in swimming’s 50m freestyle event. Special Olympics Isle of Man provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with an intellectual disability. Read More
Spectrum Tattoo Studio 22 Broadway, Douglas, IM2 4EL Frank Miskimmon was inspired by the tattooed sailors of Belfast to become an artist. He joined the Merchant Navy himself and finally became a professional tattooist on the Island in 1991. Since he opened his first tattoo studio, He has always offered walk-in services. However, he is now introducing appointment-based services for larger tattoos, while […] Read More
Spice of India 8 Peel Street , Ramsey, IM8 1JH The cheerful red and black interior design make a perfect backdrop to the spicy food. Read More
Spill the Beans 1 Market Hill, Douglas, IM1 Opened in 1999, Spill the Beans is a wonderful little coffee shop located in the very centre of Douglas, just off the Quay. Serving fresh coffee and homemade cakes. Their lovely cakes can also be made to order. Dogs are welcome, so you can enjoy a refreshment with your furry friend after a stroll. Read More
Spin Classes Spin Classes use special stationary bicycles for indoor cycling, enabling interval and high intensity training, to encourage endurance and strength. There are various places on the Island that have spin classes. The NSC runs a disability spin class. Read More
