Growing Tomatoes at Ballanelson Nurseries
A small family-owned nursery on the Isle of Man I’ve been tidying up the greenhouse and thoughts of tomatoes have been on my mind. Mainly I’ve been thinking about where to buy…
Winter Solstice on the Isle of Man
Today is the darkest day of the year Watching the sun set on the darkest day of the year from the Meayll Hill Stone Circle. This 4000 year old stone…
The Hobbit House on the Isle of Man
Experience a real Hobbit hole at the Children’s Centre Community Farm Everyone loves hobbits. Ask anyone who’s a fan of the Lord of the Rings to choose their favourite character and…
The Corvalley Cairn on the Isle of Man
I’ve finally found it. The quartz crystal ‘Cave’ and ancient mound on the Isle of Man. When I first moved to the island I heard rumours of the ‘Crystal Cave’,…
Explore these 12 Ancient and Neolithic sites on the Isle of Man
Today is the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. Many of us will simply marvel at today’s 17 hours of daylight and leave it at that but this…
14 Fun things to do on the Isle of Man
Unique weekend attractions on the Isle of Man including scenic routes, ancient stone circles, fairy doors, and local attractions In April I got a Facebook message from a friend I…
How to grow Snowdrops, the year’s first flowers
Tips on how to grow Snowdrops from the Milntown Estate. Includes advice on planting them ‘in the green’ and aftercare. Video with snow drop growing tips at the end At a…