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Castletown, Isle of Man

Architecture and Built Environment
Walk Leader
Patricia Tutt, ARPS
Saturday, March 2, 2024 - 10:30
Capacity
10
The glow of sunrise in Castletown, seen from the road to Scarlett.

As the ancient capital of the Isle of Man, Castletown retains a fascinating and photogenic townscape and streetscape contained within a small walkable area. The inner and outer harbour and sea defences, Castle Rushen, narrow streets, historic buildings and the localised use of limestone all add to the charm. As an architectural historian and author of a substantial book on Manx architecture, I am able to provide participants with a detailed guide as to the buildings, structures, features, details and special character of Castletown. 

I remember walking to school in Castletown in the 1960s, when the witches frequented the local pubs, mists swirled through the street, and the castle keep reeked of damp and despair. These atmospheric details seem long gone, but the charm remains. 

I am endeavouring to gain access to one or two buildings not normally accessible. If this becomes possible, I will notify the group and amend details as appropriate. 

Safe footwear is needed around the harbour and protective rainwear if it is wet or stormy, but otherwise, normal clothing is fine. 

at this time of year. the low sun will make selection of viewpoints critical. Sunrise is at 7:04 am, and low tides at 8:57 am and 9:25 pm. Hight tide is at 3.08 pm. 

Walk Location

54.073936287564, -4.6520383745432

Walk Directions

Meet at Costa Coffee, across from the entrance to Castle Rushen. 

Free parking is available in several locations nearby.

Accessibility

Castletown is fairly level and there should be no difficulty in getting around. The walk is as long as you wish to make it. 

Feedback Meeting Type
In Person
Feedback Talk Date and Time
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 19:30
Feedback Talk Address

to be advised
Peel
IM5 1BP
Isle of Man

Feedback Talk Directions

Feedback date and location to be agreed with group.

Recording

The Zoom talk will be recorded and everyone who is booked on or leading a walk will be sent the link a day or two after the talk takes place.

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Patricia Tutt

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