Isle of Man Guide - ONCHAN, Onchan Pleasure Park

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Onchan Pleasure Park

Open:	Apr 9th till mid Sept 2007: Daily, 10am - 5.30pm (last entry varies between 4.45pm and 5.25)
Price:	PRICES AND TIMES 2006 (Prices for 2007 TBA) Admission FREE Motor Boats Per Boat 15 min - £3.20 Bumper Boats Per Boat 10 min - £2.60 Swing Ball 15 min - 50p Bowls (inc bowls) Per Hour - £2.10 Bowls (inc bowls) Per Session - £3.20 Tennis (inc equip) Per Person Per Hour - Adult £1.30, Child 70p Mini Golf Per Round - Adult £2.60, Child £1, Family (2 Adults, 2 Children) £5.30 Crazy Golf Per Round - Adult £1.90, Child £1 Putting Per Round - Adult £1.30, Child 70p F1 Cars (tokens) - 60p Mini Marina - 50p
Disabled:	Access
Location:	Onchan
Parking:	Ample close by

History

Orginially farmland, Onchan Village Commissioners purchased the land after World War II for the building of new homes and a recreation area. The main feature of the park was the stadium. Started in 1948, it took 3 years to make the first ever banked cycle track. The park costing £50,000 included a grandstand, cafe, changing rooms, bowling green, tennis courts, putting green, miniature gold and a children play area. Once completed it proves itself the pride of the Island. Since then many improvements have been made, including the creation of a boating lake. The stadium has also undergone change with a move from cycle racing to karting, stock cars and football.

Location

Onchan Pleasure Park is located in Onchan near Douglas in the east of the Island.

By Vehicle:
Travel to Douglas and then along the promenade. Turn up Summer Hill Road and then right along Hague Drive. The area is well sign posted.

By Bus:
Take any bus to Douglas and then the no. 25 or 26 bus to Onchan Pleasure Park.

By Railway:
Take the Steam Train or Electric Tram to Douglas and then catch the no. 25 or 26 bus to Onchan Pleasure Park. An able person will be able to walk from to the Pleasure Park without the need of a bus. Follow vehicle instructions.

Visiting Onchan Pleasure Park

This park offers any visitor a great day out. There are many things to do and the facilities are suitable for the whole family. Several activities are free of charge and many visitors enjoy picnics and access to the large children's play area. The park also hosts a number of interesting events throughout the year.

Notes:
The bumper boats have a two person maximum with a maximum weight of 16st, 100kgs, or 224lbs. Bowling Green is for persons using flat or crown greens and flat shoes must be worn. Children under 16 are not permitted on the green.

Events

Dates:	Monday 12 May 2008
Description:	Stockcar Racing at Onchan Raceway. Contact motor racing around a 400 metre tarmac oval. Excellent family entertainment. Gates open at 7pm, practice from 7.15 and racing from 7.45pm. Racing includes bangers, formula 2 stockcars, production rods and ministox driven by 10-16 year olds. Telephone 432232 for more information. Onchan Stadium, Onchan. Tel: 01624 629446.

Dates:	Monday 19 May 2008
Description:	Stockcar racing at Onchan Stadium. Contact motor racing around a 400 metre tarmac oval. Excellent family entertainment. Gates open at 7pm, practice from 7.15 and racing from 7.45pm. Racing includes bangers, formula 2 stockcars, production rods and ministox driven by 10-16 year olds. Telephone 432232 for more information. Onchan Stadium, Onchan Park, Onchan.

Dates:	Monday 26 May 2008
Description:	Stockcar Racing. Reliant Robin Manx Grand Prix at Onchan Stadium starting at 7.45pm. Full stockcar meeting with visiting Reliant Robin drivers competing. Onchan Stadium, Onchan. Tel: 01624 629446.
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Event information supplied by the Isle of Man Department of Tourism & Leisure (01624 686766)