Explore the Island on Foot this Summer
Manx Walks and Walking.im are continuing to explore the wonderful Manx countryside this Spring and Summer. So why not join us and partake in carefully selected and interesting guided walks, feeling the benefits to your physical wellbeing, meeting new friends and enjoy the social side of group walking.
Ken and Catriona invite you to join us for the next series of island wide walks which will be approximately 3 hrs and 4 to 7 miles long, depending on the terrain. So, come along in friendly company and safe in the knowledge that Ken Harding, holds professional qualifications from the Mountain Training Association and both Ken and Catriona are experienced and knowledgeable guides who will support all participants as we enjoy the islands varied landscapes.
The walking terrain will vary from open moorland, coastal footpaths, country roads, plantations, national glens, greenways, and footpaths. Participants should be confident of their fitness and comfortable to walk the approximate distances, although the walks will not be strenuous. The routes will involve a few ups and downs but will include plenty of rest stops with time to stand and stare.
Please ensure you wear comfortable and supportive walking shoes/boots with good grip and carry suitable clothing with waterproofs in case the weather closes in. Bring walking poles if you use them, camera, and snacks to ensure you stay nourished and plenty of fluid/water. Please also bring any medication which you may require and inform us of any medical issues which we should be aware of.
All walks which start at 10:00am and finish approx. 1:00pm are as follows:
Friday 29th March Start Point: Sartfell Plantation Car Park – Lhargee Ruy and
Colden Summit Walk
Friday 5th April Start Point: Grosvenor Pub Car Park – Here, there, and
everywhere!
Friday 12th April Start Point: Glen Helen Car Park – Waterfalls and Mossy Walls
Friday 19th April Start Point: Cringle Plantation Car Park – Cronk and Back
Friday 26th April Start Point: Maughhold Church – Port Mooar and Brooghs
Friday 3rd May Start Point: Ballaugh Plantation Car Park – Glen Dhoo Valley
Friday 10th May Start Point: Ballaglass Glen – Bluebells
Friday 17th May Start Point: NO WALK – ARRAN WALKING HOLIDAY
Friday 24th May Start Point: Calf Trip
Friday 31st May Start Point: Archallagan Plantation Car Park (the new one) –
Off to Foxdale!Friday 7th June Start Point: TT - No Walk
Friday 14th June Start Point: Ballaugh Beach Car Park – Orchid Walk
Friday 21st June Start Point: Black Hut – Exploring the Corrany Valley.
Friday 28th June Start Point: Glen Wyllin Beach Car Park – Glen Mooar and
Spooyt Vane
Friday 5th July Start Point: NO WALK
Friday 12th July Start Point: NO WALK - PEAK DISTRICT WALKING HOLIDAY
Friday 19th July Start Point: Bradda Head Car Park – Bradda Head and
Fleshwick
Friday 26th July Start Point: Point of Ayre Car Park – Along the Beach to
Ramsey (car transfer needed – Early start at Mooaragh Park
0940)
If you would like to book on any of the walks then please send a message to Manx Walks or Walking.im through their social media or email ken@walking.im or catriona@manxwalks.im for more info or just turn up at the start point, no commitment just come along if you fancy it. Each walk is £10 pp (payable on the day). Walking.im and Manx Walks are fully insured for walking activities but will ask all participants to sign a medical and risk activity disclaimer before commencement of their 1st walk and you advise us of any relevant medical conditions.
** Should the weather forecast on the day reduce safety or enjoyment of participants, a decision of the cancellation will be made at the earliest convenience and advertised on our social media’s and website’s.
We look forward to taking you out on a walk soon.
Ken and Catriona