 WALKING - If you’re looking
for somewhere to walk then no better place than the Isle
of Man. It has remained unchanged for hundreds of years,
unspoilt beaches and rare flora and fauna are all here
in abundance, discover the Island on well maintained, safe
foot paths. We have several walking guide books at Albany
House, which you are welcome to borrow and a packed lunch
can be made up for you. Check out the following website
for more information:
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GOLFING - The Island is blessed with
nine golf courses, eight of which are affiliated to the
Isle of Man Golf Union. The Peel course is just a 5 minute
walk from Albany House. All the courses are located in
areas of stunning views and scenery. Nigel plays mostly
in the North of the Island at Glen Truan Golf Links and
Ramsey Golf Club, between us we’ve friends who play
all over the Island so we have plenty of local insider
knowledge if required!! Check out
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FISHING
- The Island offers River Fishing,
Reservoir Fishing and Sea Water Fishing. Peel breakwater
and around behind the castle offers a local relaxing spots.
Licences are required and can be purchased from any local
post office. Fishing Seasons – River is April to
September and Reservoir Fishing is March to October. Check
out the following site for more information:
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CYCLING AND MOUNTAIN BIKING - The tourist
board have a helpful guide detailing six cycling trails
through the Island’s dramatic countryside
for you to explore. The trails vary in difficulty giving
plenty of opportunity for all levels of capability. Albany
House offers secure garaging for your bikes, hose pipe
available for cleaning those muddy wheels.
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SEA
KAYAKING - This is becoming a popular
sport now on the Island. Check out this site for more information.
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are just a few of the many activities available on the Island,
you’ll be surprised what you can find, visit -
but please remember the Island is also just lovely to sit
and watch the world go by. I was actually born on the Island
but moved to England for 10 years, I returned some four years
ago, I wasn’t sure about coming home to live, so travelled
the world in search of my Paradise Island, and only after
spending a small fortune to find out that it was actually
the Isle of Man. So this is my Paradise Island and I wouldn’t
swap the place for anything, so please come visit, enjoy
and find out its special beauty and what makes it a paradise
island in the middle of the Irish Sea! |
