Leisure and Entertainment News

Swimmer thanks lifeguards and paramedics who saved his life

A man who suffered a cardiac arrest while swimming at the National Sports Centre (NSC) has returned to the pool to thank the lifeguards and paramedics who...
Thursday, 17 September 2020

Local bands to perform free gigs to encourage new audiences

Three local bands have been given the opportunity to perform at the Isle of Man’s largest entertainment venue as part of a project to encourage more people to...
Wednesday, 9 September 2020

Isle of Man Sport Coaching Festival 2020

The Isle of Man Sport Coaching Festival will take place on Saturday-Sunday 12-13 September after being postponed due the coronavirus pandemic.  Now in its...
Tuesday, 18 August 2020

Heritage Trail bridges to reconnect former steam railway line

Digital impressions have today been released of proposed bridges which will reconnect sections of the former steam railway line between St John’s and Kirk...
Wednesday, 5 August 2020

Rare Brazilian primates arrive at Wildlife Park

Two endangered golden lion tamarins have taken up home at the Curraghs Wildlife Park. The rare primates were due to arrive from a French zoo in April, but...
Thursday, 30 July 2020

Summer of activities planned for young people

Children of all ages will be able to try new sports, learn new skills and make new friends during this year’s summer holidays through a range of...
Saturday, 11 July 2020

New pedestrian crossing links the Heritage Trail to Douglas

Isle of Man Government has installed a pedestrian crossing at the Quarterbridge in Douglas, across New Castletown Road, as part of the Active Travel Strategy....
Wednesday, 10 June 2020

Images highlight devastating impact of plastic pollution on wildlife

Images, taken at opposite ends of the Island, show the devastating impact plastic pollution can have on wildlife. The distressing photos show birds which have...
Monday, 1 June 2020

Curraghs Wildlife Park to reopen for members

The Curraghs Wildlife Park will reopen to members on Saturday. The Park, which is home to more than 60 species of animals and birds, closed to all visitors on...
Thursday, 28 May 2020

Damage to nature reserve will not be tolerated

Damage to an area of international importance for wildlife, by people camping without permission, has led to a warning by the Isle of Man Government. Police...
Thursday, 28 May 2020