Corony Play Area

playA range of play equipment has been provided above the Corony and Cronk Cardle Estate. There are swings, a play house, springers, and climbing frames, as well as slides and a balance trail.  The picnic benches make it an ideal spot for a safe family picnic. The location is enclosed and dog proofed, and has spectacular views down the Corony Valley.

Dhoon Arboretum

PICT0113-250The Arboretum is a wonderful destination for those seeking peace and tranquillity.

A place to wander at leisure. The upper path of the Arboretum leads to a viewing area from which there are magnificent views across the Parish sea to Cumbria.

Visit and sit by the Arnhem Oak, grown from a seed gathered in the Dutch town around which the famous Second World War battle took place.

As a result of his bravery in that battle, Manxman, Major Robert Henry Cain, was in receipt of the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to commonwealth forces.

During the Battle of Arnhem from 17 September to 25 September 1944, Major Cain’s company was cut off from the battalion and throughout the whole of this time was closely engaged with enemy tanks, self-propelled guns and infantry. The Major made sure that he was everywhere danger threatened his men, moving among them, and encouraging them to hold out.

PICT0114-250By his leadership he not only stopped but demoralized the enemy attacks and although he was suffering from a perforated ear-drum and multiple wounds, he refused medical attention.

After Arnhem, he oversaw the German surrender in Norway, another country with strong Manx connections.

The Arboretum is open every day throughout the year.

Kirk Maughold Cross House

The Island’s largest collection of Celtic and Viking crosses are housed in the churchyard at Kirk Maughold Village. The earliest slabs show Celtic styles, from simple cross designs to the later complicated interlace. Some of the later Norse stones are decorated with a mixture of christian and pagan images.

Other Leisure Activities in Maughold

Maughold provides fine walking country with a mixture of Glen walks, coastal and mountain walks available. Many of these walks pass close to ancient sites and keeils such as Cashtal yn Ard and Keeil Voirrey. These are well worth a visit.

Particularly recommended are walks from Maughold Village to the Head itself, or along the Section of the Raad Ny Foillan that takes in the Maughold Brooghs and the coastline to Port Mooar.

For most walks sturdy footwear is recommended as most of the pathways are earth or grass. Please take particular care when walking on the coastal footpaths or at Maughold Head.

Please keep to the designated footpaths and ensure that dogs are kept under control at all times especially during lambing time.

The National Glens

The National Glens at Dhoon, Ballaglass and Ballure provide excellent woodland walks alongside tumbling rivers and waterfalls. The various maps and guidebooks can provide an excellent way in to exploring these areas.

However for an excellent range of information on locations, flora and fauna, the Commissioners recommend visiting the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries website, particularly these pages.

The Albert Tower, Ballure Reservoir and Lhergy Frissell.

The north of the parish provides excellent walking that takes in the Ballure walks to the sea, the Albert Tower and its magnificent views down to the town of Ramsey, the northern plain and the sea beyond. The tower itself can be accessed via footpaths from the Mountain Road Car Park on the A18, or from Ramsey via Claughbane or Ballure and then via Lhergy Frissell.

There are extensive footpaths around these areas of Maughold which are set out in many guidebooks. An excellent range of walks are described and mapped on the Isle of Man Water Authorities web site.

The Albert Tower, Ballure Reservoir and Lhergy Frissell.

The north of the parish provides excellent walking that takes in the Ballure walks to the sea, the Albert Tower and its magnificent views down to the town of Ramsey, the northern plain and the sea beyond. The tower itself can be accessed via footpaths from the Mountain Road Car Park on the A18, or from Ramsey via Claughbane or Ballure and then via Lhergy Frissell.

There are extensive footpaths around these areas of Maughold which are set out in many guidebooks. An excellent range of walks are described and mapped on the Isle of Man Water Authorities web site.

The Maughold Venture Centre

Located in the Lewaigue area of the Parish, the Centre offers family and corporate adventure holidays within its outdoor activity camp and a range of outdoor pursuits and courses. The outdoor activity camp has been run by the same family for nearly three decades.

As well as family adventure holidays, The Venture Centre is a great place for corporate entertainment, scout groups and school parties.

The Centre also has a self catering bunkhouse which offers excellent value accommodation on a self catering basis. Meals can be purchased from the Centre, or from Ramsey town centre which is 1.5 miles away

With a wide range of activities from abseiling to kayaking, these adventure holidays will enable you to see Ellan Vannin from a different angle.

The Centre can be easily accessed by car, by the Manx Electric Railway, and by the number 3 bus services which run frequently between Douglas and Ramsey.

For further information visit their website www.adventure-centre.co.uk

Ballajora Art and Crafts

The Ballajora Arts and Crafts Gallery is situated just a few yards down from Ballajora Halt on the MER on the A15 between Hibernia and Maughold Village. The work of 15 participating artists can be viewed, and the works displayed reflect Manx local life, landscapes and seascapes. For more details visit the website at www.ballajoraartists.co.im.

Combine a visit to the Gallery with a trip on the Manx Electric Railway, a walk around this stunning area of Maughold, or a visit to the heritage sites like the Celtic & Norse Cross House at Maughold Village.