Glen Rushen Road, Glen Mooar, IM5
The planting of Arrasey began in 1935, and is mainly made up of Spruce, Pine and Larch. It has a wide track running through it which is popular for mountain bikes. Please remember the Country Code moto: Respect-Protect-Enjoy!
Ballacollister Road, Baldhoon, Laxey
A Larch and Spruce plantation on the Northern slopes of Glen Roy. Axnfell has a picnic site next to the carpark with beautiful views over the hills. It can be a bit windy though so best bring a thermos flask. This is also a popular stargazing site and one of the 26 named “Dark Skies” […]
Church Road, Port Erin, IM9 6LN
First opened in 2007 and run by the Manx Wildlife Trust since 2016. The reserve has a hide for birdwatching and a trail that links its two ponds. Ballachurryreports.blogspot.com has regular updates and shows the wildlife found in the area. Dogs are not allowed. Open all day.
Druidale Road, Sulby
A medium sized plantation with others close by. Planted in the 60s with Spruce and Larch. “Manx Glens-a stroll through history” mentions a Mrs Kelly who lived next to it and provided walkers with cream teas. Sadly, she is no longer there, so your nearest café is at the Wildlife Park.
Rhenab Road, Cornaa, Maughold
This 17 acre glen is made up of various trees including oak, beech, ash, willow and birch. The Cornaa River cuts through the slate forming small cascades and waterfalls which were used by the two mills once situated in the glen. In Spring it is carpeted with bluebells. The larger of the two mills, found […]
Castletown By-Pass, Castletown
Owned by Castletown Commissioners, the area consists of two low lying fields, separated by traditional Manx sod banks and hawthorn hedges, which attract wildlife. The high water table allows reeds to grow which in turn encourage birds, insects and wildflowers. Dogs must be kept on a lead.