Moghrey Mie

The Island in one slightly caffeinated read

The useful, odd and quietly important bits from today’s Moghrey Mie.

Today’s issue is not really about the weather. It is about a rural energy plan with grid-sized consequences, Brad Pitt doing his best to make the TT feel even less ordinary, a TT schedule being negotiated with the sky and a reminder that fast roads still come with court-sized consequences.

Across 37 local news items from Manx Radio, 3FM, IoM Today, the trick is not to stare at the loudest headline. It is to spot the items that will make people change plans, ask better questions or check a source before repeating pub-counter certainty as fact.

60 public-record items sit behind the headlines, which means the quieter paperwork may be where tomorrow’s row, decision or awkward question starts. 96 event listings add the diary test: before anyone sets off, check the venue, the timing and whether the Island has moved the goalposts again.

The mix is 16 island news items, 8 sport items, 5 law items. Translation: read today for consequences, not wallpaper.

• Keep an eye on whether weather and TT contingency plans keep changing during the day.
• Keep an eye on which public-body item turns into a decision, deadline or response.
• Keep an eye on which events need checking before people travel or share them.

Plans to create 'rural employment zone' could support MU grid

• Public meeting on renewable energy project taking place in Andreas.
• Proposals for a project that would generate renewable energy in the north of the Island could support Manx Utilities’ grid.
• That’s the view of those behind the scheme which claim it will generate 27MW at peak production and create 10 operational jobs.

Today on the island

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The local news that matters this morning

Here's all the news from our island from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

3FM · Politics16:10 Wats declares for Arbory, Castletown and Malew • Another candidate has declared they'll stand in the general election for Arbory, Castletown and Malew. • Jeroen Wats says he’ll focus on supporting a strong local economy and affordable sustainable energy for the future. • The Castletown resident is the founder of ExoTechnologies, a company which deals in eco-friendly materials.

3FM · Health15:24 Commissioners appeal for PJs for sick children • Could you donate pyjamas to youngsters in hospital? • Ramsey Town Commissioners have launched an appeal for new PJs to help bring comfort and smiles to patients in the children’s ward at Noble’s Hospital. • The board says it’s looking for brand new clothing in all children’s sizes from newborn to 18 years, including boys, girls’ and neutral designs.

IoM Today · Law17:02 Isle of Man TT 2026: Man was caught speeding three times in one day • Police said he hit 80mph in a 50mph zone on one occasion. • The Isle of Man Constabulary said the man appeared in court on Wednesday after being stopped for speeding on three separate occasions, with officers arresting him following the third incident. • The case has prompted the police to issue a fresh warning to residents and visitors, reminding them that repeated speeding offences can result in arrest and a court appearance.

Manx Radio · Island News06:18 Island resident raising awareness of mental challenges after medical diagnoses • Dan Williams to swim 3,000 lengths in June for charity. • An Isle of Man resident is raising awareness of the mental challenges after hearing life threatening news. • Dan Williams who has sudden death syndrome is taking on a challenge for Craig’s Heartstrong Foundation and Isle Listen by swimming 3,000 lengths at the NSC.

Manx Radio · Island News06:14 Royal Navy sailors delighted to be on Island for TT • HMS Middleton visits Manx shores. • The captain of a Royal Navy warship which has been based in Manx waters this week has told Manx Radio his crew were delighted to witness the TT. • HMS Middleton was docked in Douglas Harbour until yesterday (2 June); the hunt class mine countermeasures vessel had previously been in Bahrain.

3FM · Island News07:09 OK, so you're Brad Pitt? That DID impress us much! • Fans have been sharing their moments meeting Hollywood royalty - after Brad Pitt arrived on the Island yesterday. • The star’s production company is one of those behind the TT move Isle of Man starring Channing Tatum. • The Fight Club superstar spent some time at the TT grandstand yesterday before watching racing from the bottom of Bray Hill and meeting stars like John McGuinness and Michael Dunlop.

IoM Today · Sport16:33 Ellan Vannin Gymnastics Club shines at British Finals • The septet qualified at the island grades in March and were against top gymnasts from the UK.

IoM Today · Island News11:45 New study finds Isle of Man enjoys exceptionally clean air • This report demonstrates the importance of effective monitoring. • The Isle of Man Government’s Air Quality Monitoring Report 2026 examined nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide levels at 63 locations around the island between October 2023 and October 2025. • The monitoring programme, carried out by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA), focused primarily on sites near schools and formed part of the environmental commitments set out in the Island Plan.

IoM Today (Sport) · Sport11:05 Isle of Man junior golfer secures place in final of the Faldo Futures Series • Hamish finished second in the regional final in Kendal. • In the boys’ 9–10 age group, Hamish finished second in the regional final at Carus Green in Kendal, two shots behind the winner, to secure his place in the final. • Several island players also competed across the age groups in the regional finals.

IoM Today · Island News17:07 Major £1.4m plans to transform part of promenade put on hold • The council is worried there are no plans to extend the sea wall. • In July last year, Douglas City Council received planning approval for its £1.4m Marine Gardens renovation scheme. • The local authority’s project would include a new children’s play area with inclusive equipment and an urban sports’ area, alongside additional seating.

Manx Radio · Sport16:48 New TT schedule prioritises Senior Race • Likelihood of racing on Thursday "low". • A revised race programme has been confirmed for the remainder of the 2026 Isle of Man TT, designed to make the best use of the available weather windows. • With more unsettled weather forecast over the coming days, and the likelihood of any racing tomorrow "low", organisers say they’re prioritising the delivery of the Senior TT.

Manx Radio · Island News14:34 Sidecars excluded from Southern 100 • Temporary pause’ to safeguard long-term future of category. • Southern 100 Road Races has confirmed sidecars will be excluded from this year’s event. • It follows a comprehensive consultation process’ after they were also pulled from the 2026 TT Races.

Manx Radio · Law15:43 No reports of spiked drinks so far this TT say police • But officers issue advice on how to stay safe. • Police say they’ve not had any reports of any drinks being spiked so far this TT. • It’s after a social media post urged people to be careful about the potential risks.

Manx Radio · Island News13:46 TT Fan Park to reopen • Ground conditions improve after contractor delivers woodchips. • Despite closing the TT Fan Park earlier today due to poor ground conditions, organisers will now reopen the site at 3pm. • In an update they say the weather has improved and a contractor has been working on measures to improve access and ground conditions.

Manx Radio · Law11:48 No further police action following "burnout" outside Douglas bar • Officers say all parties involved have taken responsibility for their part in the incident. • Police say they are not taking any further action after a motorbike rider was pictured performing a burnout outside a bar in Douglas. • Officers say they were notified and made enquiries into the matter, and that all parties involved have taken responsibility for their part in the incident.

Manx Radio · Transport11:21 Northern Irish visitor fined after flouting one-way system on Mountain Road • 36-year-old turned around near Bungalow after losing friends. • A visitor from Northern Ireland has been fined £500 after being caught riding the wrong way on the Mountain Road. • Jordan Wallace, from Ballyclare, appeared at Douglas Courthouse yesterday (2 June) from custody where he pleaded guilty to failing to conform to a traffic direction.

Manx Radio · Island News06:21 Cabinet Office says 'no restrictions' on candidates standing for multiple local authorities • Confirmation comes after Douglas Councillor joins Ramsey Commissioners. • The Cabinet Office says there are ’no restrictions’ on people wanting to be a member of multiple local authorities. • It comes after Douglas Councillor Arwid Hall joined Ramsey Commissioners in an uncontested by-election at the end of May.

Manx Radio · Sport06:50 Scattered showers could be heavy and widespread this afternoon • Forecaster warns conditions may not be favourable for racing later. • Roads around the TT course won’t be closing before midday today, but Ronaldsway Met Office is warning there could be widespread and heavy showers later in the day. • The Clerk of the Course ruled out morning racing due to the poor forecast conditions.

Manx Radio · Sport06:22 TT marshals urged to sign up early for contingency sessions • Poor weather making it likely Sunday's will be needed for racing. • Yesterday’s (2 June) racing schedule faced a number of delays because of bad weather; tomorrow and Thursday’s forecasts are also looking poor. • Clerk of the TT Course Gary Thompson has already said it’s likely there’ll have to be racing on Sunday to make up for it.

Manx Radio · Island News07:46 Peel Coastguard assists yacht passenger • The call was made just before midnight. • The Peel Coastguard Rescue Team assisted a visiting yacht passenger after they’d slipped and fallen overboard last night (2 June). • Upon arrival, the team assisted by placing the person on a main pontoon and delivering casualty care before transferring them to the ambulance service at the boat park.

Manx Radio · Island News08:06 TT newcomer taken to Noble's after coming off at Kerrowmoar • Gary McCoy involved in incident in Supersport race. • A TT newcomer was taken to hospital following an incident in yesterday’s Supersport race. • Gary McCoy’s team confirmed in a post on social media that the rider had an off at Kerrowmoar on the third lap of the race.

3FM · Weather15:35 Temperatures struggled to hit 15°C in May • Weather for May was split down the middle, according to the Met Office's latest report. • There was a cool dry start which gave way to warmer weather later in the month. • Daytime temperatures struggled to reach 15 degrees Celsius for much of May, with several cold nights and three ground frosts recorded.

3FM · Island News14:25 WATCH: Ramsey cat's near miss on claws-ed roads! • A cat in Ramsey is down to eight lives - after defying an oncoming rider in practice week. • French TT fan Quentin Kit posted a video to Facebook of a black cat ignoring the practice session at May Hill. • It crosses the course completely oblivious to a competitor blasting past at speed just inches away.

3FM · Island News13:34 Ramsey cafe "blown away" by community response after leak • A café in Ramsey has thanked the community for rallying round after a flood earlier. • Laffin Café on Parliament Square took to Facebook earlier today appeal for help after springing a leak. • And following its post, it says its been overwhelmed with offers of sandbags, dehumidifiers and other equipment.

3FM · Island News11:15 Poor parking blocks binmen • Onchan commissioners say binmen will try to empty the district's bins tomorrow, after inconsiderate parking meant they couldn't complete rounds today. • On Facebook, the local authority says the bin wagon couldn’t make it around Nursery Avenue. • The board posted photos showing vehicles blocking the HGV.

3FM · Politics09:57 Government House to host Pride celebration • Isle of Pride says it'll host a picnic in the Lieutenant Governor's garden this summer. • After its plans to hold a huge event in Onchan fell through, the organisation says it’s planning a week of events starting on Saturday, July 25. • They’ll culminate with a family-friendly Pride Picnic in the grounds of Government House in Onchan from midday on Saturday, August 1.

3FM · Island News09:08 Online fundraiser for injured sidecar driver hits £5,000 • An online fundraiser has been launched for a sidecar competitor who was injured during qualifying. • Shaun Parker and Maria Costello were hurt when they came off at Brandish last Tuesday. • A GoFundMe page for Shaun, who’s still in hospital in Liverpool, was set up to help his family as he recovers.

3FM · Island News08:20 TT limited-edition BMW bike could be yours... for £44,000! • BMW has produced a special motorbike to mark the 115th TT - but you might need to sweet-talk your bank manager to get one! • The company’s made only 115 of the BMW M 1000 RR Isle of Man TT Edition to celebrate the racing, and just five will be available in the UK. • The special edition comes complete with TT livery in racing green.

3FM · Law07:45 178 speeding tickets doled out during TT • Police say they've issued 178 speeding tickets so far this TT. • In an update, officers say four people have been arrested after being clocked doing more than twice the limit. • The Roads Policing Unit alone says it’s made 25 arrests so far during the festival period.

IoM Today · Island News14:00 Heated argument lands woman with £400 bill after public complaint • Officers were called after reports of aggressive behaviour. • Chantelle Taggart appeared before magistrates, admitting the offence, and was also ordered to pay £125 prosecution costs. • The court heard that police were called to Douglas Street, outside the old Post Office, on April 23, by a member of the public, who reported a drunk person being aggressive and pushing someone.

IoM Today · Weather13:33 Woman agrees to restraining order after charges withdrawn • The order prohibits her from contacting two named females for 12 months. • Kimberley Alice Parker was initially charged with two counts of sending an offensive, indecent, obscene, or menacing message via a telecommunications network. • The offences were alleged to have been committed on March 31 and April 1.

IoM Today · Law13:08 Woman admits cocaine-driving offence after changing plea • Court hears blood sample was almost five times the legal limit. • Lisa Maria Harrison, of Newtown Estate, Santon, was stopped by police on September 7, while driving Renault Megane. • A drug test proved positive for cocaine, and a blood sample was taken, which later produced a result of 240 for benzoylecgonine, above the legal limit of 50.

IoM Today · Sport12:38 Football: Paul Henry Gold Cup will take place after TT • The semi-finals are scheduled for next week. • There had been a question mark as to whether the end-of-season cup comp between the second-tier’s top four would take place with final league games of the season only being squeezed in the Saturday before TT fortnight. • However, the draw has now been made for the Gold Cup’s semis, pitching champions Colby against southern rivals Castletown and promoted RYCOB against Marown.

IoM Today · Sport11:49 Women's football: Draw made for Cherry Godfey Cup • The competition takes place in Guernsey later this month. • The Isle of Man, who are the defending champions of the trophy, will go up against hosts Guernsey. • It will be the second time this competition has taken place, with the Manx side having previously secured the inaugural title back in 2024 after defeating Jersey in a penalty shoot-out following a goal-less final.

IoM Today · Sport11:25 Mum to take part in emotional Parish Walk in memory of 'kind and smart' daughter • Caroline said her world fell apart’ when she lost 13-year-old Emily to suicide. • Caroline Kelly says her world fell apart’ after losing Emily, a Year 9 pupil at Ballakermeen High School, to suicide at the age of just 13 in October 2025. • Now Caroline will take part in this year’s Parish Walk to raise awareness of mental health and collect funds for charities across the island that support people who are struggling.

IoM Today · Culture14:31 Pictures as Bushy’s TT Village comes alive for Isle of Man TT 2026 • The event is now in its 29th year. • Bushy’s has been a fixture of the Isle of Man’s social scene since 1984, when brother and sister Martin and Nicky Brunschweiler took over Zhivago’s Bar on Victoria Street in Douglas and established what would become one of the island’s most recognisable brands. • Over the past four decades, Bushy’s has grown from a popular local pub into a much-loved institution, attracting residents and visitors from around the world.

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What's on: next 14 days

A complete quick-view of 96 public listings for the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Today · 04 Jun · Villa Marina Promenade Suite - FREE ENTRY · Villa GaietyAwesome Party Band

Today · 04 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyHenning Wehn - Acid Wehn

Mon 8 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyAn Evening With Everton Legends - Neville Southall & Peter Reid

Tue 9 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyCraig Revel Horwood: Revelations – Songs Boys Don't Sing

Tue 9 Jun · 09 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyAn Evening With Everton Legends - Peter Reid & Graeme Sharp

Wed 10 Jun · Villa Marina · villa gaietyScouting For Girls

Today · Ballakilpheric Chapel · manx radioBallakilpheric TT Bacon Baps

Today · Peel, Isle of Man · visit isle of man & alleventsPeel Beach Race

Today · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarPeel TT Beachcross

Today · Mountain Course · Moghrey Mie calendarTT race fortnight

Today · St James Church · manx radioTT Teas

Today · 04 - 14 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyCharlie the Wonderdog

Today · 04 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyThe Sheep Detectives

Today · 04 Jun - 31 Jul · Dragons Castle · Villa GaietyPop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of Man Sea Terminal, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM12RF · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TA · Visit Isle of ManVintage Motorcycles On Display

Today · 18 May 2026–4 Oct 2026 · The Boat Park, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM9 6JA · Visit Isle of ManGuided Aquabike Experience

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 5PT · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Railways Dining Car

Today · 23 May 2026–7 June 2026 · TT Grandstand, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 6DA · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Races Fan Park

Today · 23 May 2026–7 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Isle of Man, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit Isle of ManStart Your Bricks! TT LEGO® Builders

Today · 23 May 2026–7 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Isle of Man, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit Isle of ManThe Mountain Mile Design Challenge

Today · 25 May 2026–6 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 3LY · Visit Isle of ManTT Live At the Manx Museum

Today · 25 May 2026–7 June 2026 · TT Grandstand, Glencrutchery Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 6DA · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Races

Today · 27 May 2026–6 June 2026 · Bottleneck Carpark, Loch Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2AB · Visit Isle of ManMann Made Festival

Today · 28 May 2026–6 June 2026 · VILLA MARINA GARDENS, HARRIS PROMENADE, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManBushy's TT Village

Today · 28 May 2026–7 June 2026 · Loch Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2LZ · Visit Isle of ManTT Funfair

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManFamily Trainspotting Challenge

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManSteam Teas

Today · 4 June 2026 · Peel Promenade, Peel, Peel, IM5 1NA · Visit Isle of ManPeel Beach Race - Cancelled

Today · 4 June 2026 · Creg Malin, Marine Parade, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1PA · Visit Isle of ManTT Motorcycle Show

Tomorrow · Ballakilpheric Chapel · manx radioBallakilpheric TT Bacon Baps

Tomorrow · Jurby Transport Museum · manx radioJurby Transport Museum Open Day

Tomorrow · 26 Athol St · alleventsRoomtour TT 2026

Tomorrow · TT Mountain Course · allevents (douglas) & iom tt officialTT 2026 — Race Day 5

Tomorrow · 05 - 11 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyFinding Emily

Tomorrow · 05 Jun · Prom Suite · Villa GaietyVertigo - IOM U2 Tribute - FREE ENTRY

Sat 6 Jun · Glen Maye Chapel & Community Centre · manx radio & peel onlineGlen Maye Craft Market With Bacon Baps

Sat 6 Jun · the Rovers Return Pub · alleventsManx Punx Presents: Silent Sound Launch Party @ the Rovers

Sat 6 Jun · TT Mountain Course · allevents (douglas) & iom tt officialTT 2026 — Race Day 6

Sat 6 Jun · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarTT Firework Display - Douglas

Sat 6 Jun · 6 June 2026–13 Sept 2026 · House Of Manannan, Mill Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TA · Visit Isle of ManTraces

Sun 7 Jun · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarHare and Hounds Enduro, West Kimmeragh

Sun 7 Jun · Billown, Castletown · next event iomSouthern 100 — Southern 100

Sun 7 Jun · 7 June 2026 · West Kimmeragh, Bride, Bride, IM7 4AT · Visit Isle of ManRMCC Post TT Hare & Hounds

Sun 7 Jun · 7 June 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Banks Hill, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 5PT · Visit Isle of ManTT Manxman Sunday Lunch

Mon 8 Jun · the Manx Legion Club · alleventsGeeks Quiz - Back To the 80's Edition

Tue 9 Jun · Gaiety Theatre, Isle of Man · alleventsAn Evening With Everton Legends

Tue 9 Jun · Activate Ai Centre (hillary House) · alleventsLearnai: "powerful Prompting, Ai Literacy & Safe Ai Use" - Tues 9 June

Tue 9 Jun · Knock Froy · next event iomPeveril MCC — Kenyon Crowe Centre Rnd / Club Rnd 6 / Sidecar Rnd 3

Tue 9 Jun · West Kimmeragh · next event iomRamsey MCC — Centre Round 5 / Club Round 3

Tue 9 Jun · Turkeylands · next event iomTurkeylands Mx — Practice Session

Wed 10 Jun · Launchpad (hillary House) · alleventsCommunities of Practice: Software Engineering & Development

Wed 10 Jun · 10 June 2026 · Gaiety Theatre, Harris Promenade, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManCraig Revel Horwood: Revelations – Songs Boys Don't Sing

Thu 11 Jun · New Cod On the Block · alleventsChippy Tea!

Thu 11 Jun · Launchpad · alleventsGood Governance, Positive Wellbeing: A Masterclass For Growing Businesses

Thu 11 Jun · Digital Isle of Man · digital isle of manKpmg Gaming Esummit 2026

Thu 11 Jun · Villa Gaiety · visit isle of man & alleventsScouting For Girls

Thu 11 Jun · the George Hotel · manx radio & alleventsStartline Podcast - Live!

Thu 11 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyThe Simon & Garfunkel Story

Fri 12 Jun · Johnshaven Village Hall · alleventsIn the Flesh: Wknd 'en Plein Air' Sketchbook/mini Canvas - Mixed Media Drawing/painting

Fri 12 Jun · Manx Legion Club · alleventsOompah Night

Fri 12 Jun · Hospice Hq, Strang · hospice isle of manPaint and Pinot

Fri 12 Jun · Parish Hall, Onchan · alleventsWe Can Sing A Rainbow!

Fri 12 Jun · 12 - 14 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyThe Passenger

Sat 13 Jun · Just of the Round Table Crossroads At the Junction of the Ronague/whallag Rd · alleventsBarrule To Barrule Challenge

Sat 13 Jun · Peel, Isle of Man · centenary centre & peel onlineBlue Train Big Band

Sat 13 Jun · Bridson Street, Im9 6an Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsGathered For Glory Conference

Sat 13 Jun · Ramsey Masonic Hall · alleventsHarryoke - Charity Fundraiser For Isu2s

Sat 13 Jun · Mooragh Park & Promenade · manx radio & visit isle of manIsle of Man Orienteering Klubb - Summer Challenge Orienteering Event - Mooragh Park & Promenade, Ram

Sat 13 Jun · Quirks Croft, Cregneash · manx national heritageMagnet Mania: Little Magnetic Village

Sat 13 Jun · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Scott Brothers Duo

Sat 13 Jun · the Creek Inn · alleventsMilestones Community Granny Pub Crawl!

Sat 13 Jun · Central Park, Ramsey, Mn · alleventsNw Food Truck Fest With Ramsey Parks and Rec

Sat 13 Jun · Isle of Man · manx radioOnchan Secret Gardens 2026

Sat 13 Jun · Meeting At Milntown Estate Carpark · alleventsWild Medicine

Sat 13 Jun · 13 - 14 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyAmazing Animals

Sat 13 Jun · 13 June 2026 · Mooragh Park & Promenade, Ramsey, Isle of Man, IM8 3AP · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Orienteering Klubb - Summer Challenge Orienteering Event - Mooragh Park & Promenade, Ramsey.

Sat 13 Jun · 13 June 2026–14 June 2026 · Gaiety Theatre, Harris Promenade, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManAmazing Animals

Sat 13 Jun · 13 June 2026–14 June 2026 · Doctor's Meadow, Near Southern 100 Clubhouse, Castletown-by-Pass, Castletown, IM9 1HB · Visit Isle of ManSouthern Vintage Engine and Tractor Club Two Day Vintage Show

Sun 14 Jun · St Ninian's Church & Parish Centre · alleventsIndigo Jazz Cafe

Sun 14 Jun · Nautical Museum, Castletown · manx national heritageLego® Imagination Club At the Nautical Museum

Sun 14 Jun · Isle of Man · manx radioOnchan Secret Gardens 2026

Sun 14 Jun · Mooragh Park · allevents (ramsey) & visitor events calendarPatrick Crookall Manx Middle Distance Triathlon

Sun 14 Jun · the Sound By the Calf of Man · alleventsSea Watches At the Sound 2026

Sun 14 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreThe Weekend View: Ashlishyn Vannin By Juan Ashlish

Mon 15 Jun · Vibe Plant Based Cafe. Isle of Man · alleventsJune Mindfulness Evening

Mon 15 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyMichael Rosen - Getting Through It

Mon 15 Jun · 15 June 2026–19 June 2026 · Nobles Park, Douglas · Visit Isle of Man2026 June Crown Green Bowling Festival

Tue 16 Jun · Ballatessan Meadow, Im5 1dx Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsCare Home Open Week

Tue 16 Jun · Empress Hotel · alleventsMadf Agm

Tue 16 Jun · St Paul's, Ramsey · alleventsRamsey Swing Dance Classes

Tue 16 Jun · 16 Jun - 30 Aug · Villa Marina Arcade · Villa GaietyIOM Arts Council Present the 2026 Summer Concert Series

Wed 17 Jun · Villa Marina Arcade · villa gaietyAn Evening With Phil Kelsall and the Mighty Wurlitzer

Wed 17 Jun · St Johns · alleventsExploring Medicinal Herb Families

Wed 17 Jun · King William's College, Im9 1tp Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsFunny Girl: the Musical

Wed 17 Jun · 17 - 18 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyPower Ballad

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