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Mooragh Park

Price: Boat Hire per 30 minutes
Canoes:
£3.50, deposit £2.50, 2 seats
Small Rowing Boats:
£2.50, deposit £2.50, 3 seats
Large Rowing Boats:
£3.50, deposit £3.50, 5 seats
Padalos:
£3.50, deposit £3.50, 3 seats
Tuition (prior booking required)
Sailing Lesson:
1 person £20 per hour
2 persona £30 per hour
Kayaking Lessons:
1-4 persons £20 per hour
Putting
Adult:£2
Child:£1.50
Bowls (per session)
Adult:£2
Child:£1.50
Disabled: Access
Location: Ramsey
Parking: Ample, close by
Size: 16 hectares, 40 acres
Suitable: All ages

History

Mooragh Park was not always a park for it was built, but then its lake was not always a lake. In 1881, the Ramsey Town Commissioners bought a 200 acre tidal swamp. The Land was purchased for 1,200 pounds with the intent to build the site into a pleasure park. Six years later the site was opened to the public and included many of the sites it does today. The park and lake proved to be a great success for Ramsey, bringing visitors and tourists alike. Events were held there as they still are now and Mooragh remains a popular public gathering place for the island.

Location

Along the northern coast of the promenade in the town of Ramsey, which on the east side of the island.

By Vehicle:
Head towards the north and Ramsey.

By Bus:
Take bus routes no. 5 and 6 from Douglas and Peel to Ramsey and walk to the coast.

By Railway:
Travel to Douglas on the Steam Railway and then to Ramsey on the Electric Railway. Mooragh Park is just a short walk away.

Site

  • Boating Lake (5 hectares, 12 acres)
  • Tennis Courts
  • Childrens Play Area
  • Childrens Paddling Pool
  • Bowling Green
  • Crazy (Miniature) Golf
  • Gardens
  • Cafe

  • Visiting Mooragh Park

    Near the town of Ramsey and not far from the coast lies a beautiful lake set in green surroundings. Children play on swings, slides and other outside playground equipment as parents watch from nearby benches. Not far away small children splash around in a shallow pool while others eat ice cream cones bought from the cafe nearby.

    If the scene was not complete then the views overlooking the large man made lake would make things so. Sail boats, canoes and paddlers make their way around the calm waters. While people walk along the path which wraps around the lake. Bowlers try out the lush green and nearby a family enjoys the Crazy (Miniature) Golf.


    Events
    Dates: Friday 19 March 2010 - Saturday 20 March 2010
    Description: 3 Legs of Mann Classic Car Trial. THREE LEGS OF MANN CLASSIC CAR TRIAL 19TH & 20TH MAR. 2010 There are over 60 cars of the 50's, 60's.& 70's period taking part in the above event which will test the crews Navigational skills all over the Island on both days with Special Driving Tests at various locations. The best places to see the cars is as follows: Douglas Loch Promenade 08:30 to 09:30 on Friday 19th Ramsey Mooragh Promenade 19:30 to 21:30 on Friday 19th Ramsey mooragh Promenade 10:30 to 11:30 on Saturday 20th Douglas Loch Promenade 15:15 to 16:15 on Saturday 20th.
    Dates: Monday 03 May 2010
    Description: The Great Ramsey Bike Show. Motorcycle Show at the Mooragh Park, Ramsey from 10.30am until 4pm. See the T.T. trophies on Display. Vintage, veteran, classic or modern bikes can be put on show-prizes to be won. Trade and club stands. Mooragh Park, Ramsey.
    Dates: Sunday 06 June 2010 - Tuesday 08 June 2010
    Description: Ramsey Sprint. Takes place on Sunday 6th and Tuesday 8th June 2010. Roads closed from 9am until 5pm. Time slips over 1/8th mile. Trade stalls and various entertainment activities. Mooragh Promenade, Ramsey from 10am until 5pm. Mooragh Promenade, Ramsey, http://www.straightliners.co.uk.
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    Event information supplied by the Isle of Man Department of Tourism & Leisure (01624 686766)

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