Knox watercolour of Castletown from Scarlett
10am – 1pm, 6th July 2025, 4th November 2025 & 21st March 2026
Price £20, plus optional donation. Book through Manx National Heritage​​​​​​​
This walk is the perfect way to experience the views of the sea and big skies that captivated Knox. The Island’s early mysterious history and Celtic/Viking origins are evident at Balladoole, a rich archaeological site with not only a Keeil, but a Viking ship burial and an even more ancient burial ground. The route includes sections of the Raad ny Foillan (“Way of the Gull") and a country lane to Balladoole.
Start Point: Castletown Town Hall
What 3 Words: cursing.ineligible.hardtop
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Toilets: At start point
Walking Terrain: Coastal footpath and a quiet single lane road.  The Balladoole site is grass and there are rabbit holes.
Total ascent: 340ft
Distance: 6 miles

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