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Sulby Claddagh

Sulby The Claddagh, meaning "river meadow land", lies at the mouth of Sulby Glen near to the T.T. course in the parish of Lezayre. In former times the Sulby River would have swept serpentine over much of the Claddagh. Today however, its grassy paddocks follow the bank of the river and provide a popular and picturesque location for recreation with locals and visitors alike.

To the north of the site and in the shadow of Cronk Sumark, or 'Primrose Hill', there is a developing small woodland which was initially planted as part of a personal tree planting scheme.

The Claddagh is maintained by the Forestry, Amenity and Lands Division and certain restrictions apply. These are detailed within the Sulby Claddaghs Byelaws 2003 which in summary state that:-

No overnight stay is allowed between 1st October and 15th March each year,
No overnight parking or camping permitted during “Winter” - 1st October to 15th March,
Camping with tent, trailer tent, caravan or camper van etc. permitted only during “Summer” - 16th March to 30th September, Maximum stay is 14 days, after which tent etc. must be removed from the site for at least 4 nights,
No fires permitted. Barbecues etc. must be raised off the ground and fuelled by charcoal or gas/paraffin only,
No vehicles on Claddagh other than for access i.e. no riding or driving around. No Mini Motos or similar recreational vehicles,
No camping on the Recreation Area except during T.T. and Grand Prix fortnights,
No loud music at any time,
No music after 10:30pm,
No violent, quarrelsome or disorderly behaviour,
No profane, obscene or threatening language.
No fouling, dogs must be kept under control.
No caravans or vehicles to be displayed for sale.

Penalty - a Fine not exceeding £2,500.

THIS SUMMARY IS FOR GUIDANCE ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORITATIVE STATEMENT OF LAW . A copy of the Byelaws can be downloaded at the bottom of this page.

Additional visitor information can also be downloaded at the bottom of this page.

Toilet facilities are open during the summer season