Calf of Man — Attraction in Rushen

For nature or history lovers highly recommended to spend a day or two over. It feels like a mini holiday due to its remoteness, the sealife around it and the absence from modern amenities. Seals, countless sea birds and with a bit of luck cataceans can be seen from the coast. The beds are hostel style, showers are unavailable and TVs are not present. The local wardens of Manx Wildlife Trust are full of knowledge and friendly. The transit over can be booked with a local charter boat and is usually between 20 and 30 gbp both ways. On the way over great sightseeing spots like the chasms and the drinking dragon are astonishing to see...

We took a trip with Steve from Port St Mary Boat Tours and Catriona from Manx Walks. Both locals who gave us fascinating insights into the history of this beautiful little island. We paid a little extra to have four hours ashore which gave us time for a leisurely walk round the island including a picnic lunch stop, watching seals and a...

After staring at the Calf for 20 years from the Sound Cafe I finally got to walk round it! A boat ride will take you to one of 2 small harbours depending on the sea conditions and we had 3 hours to walk round and explore the island and its lighthouses. Beautiful! Lots of seals in the bay, lovely marked paths to...