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The Garrison is a wine bar and tapas restaurant in Castletown on the Isle of Man offering an excellent ever changing menu and wine list. Three talented young chefs freshly prepare all the food in the new enlarged kitchen, and they are especially famed for their Spanish Meatballs, chicken and fish dishes, and they have exquisite vegetarian dishes as well as freshly made fudge and shortbread biscuits to round off the perfect meal with freshly ground coffee. The new lounge area upstairs has an excellent selection of beers from around the globe of exceptional quality, as well as fine beer and wine lists and is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a great drink, and it's smoking friendly. The Garrison roof terrace is also ideal for enjoying a fabulous meal with spectacular views over Castletown Bay, and they are the perfect venue for functions ranging from business lunches to family weddings and more, they also have a fully equipped board room for private meetings up to 8 people, it's all here.READ MORE

Shorties Pirate Adventure in Castletown on the Isle of Man welcomes you to their pirate ship structure and adventure soft play area, plus downstairs toddler area and sports court. Enjoy a pirate adventure, get ship wrecked on a desert island and find the best route to the pirate's treasure staying clear of the many perils along the way, visit the mermaids and play in their underwater cove, navigate the rickety rope bridge with crocodiles snapping, battle the pirates who fire cannons and make you walk the plank, find the treasure and escape with the gold, the fun never ends. Shorties Pirate Adventure is the perfect venue for your next party with party packages and feasting, and Shorties Softplay Cafe offers great coffee and healthy food while the children play safely, it's action packed family fun.READ MORE

Ballaglea Bed and Breakfast in Castletown on the Isle of Man welcomes you to a wonderful stay in this 19th century Manx farmhouse set in four acres of mature gardens and paddocks, with tranquil and peaceful surrounds. Comfortable, en-suite guest rooms offer panoramic views over the countryside and come with central heating, TV, radio alarms, hairdryers, iron and ironing board and tea/coffee making facilities, and can be configured to double, twin or family. There is a guest lounge with entertainment facilities, and breakfast is served in the dining room with the famous Manx kippers on the menu, and there are a number of good quality restaurants and country pubs close by for evening meals. Ballaglea Bed and Breakfast caters to touring bikers, and have overnight garaging available for motorcycles, they are also centrally located to many of the Island's heritage attractions, golf courses and beaches.READ MORE

The Manx Curry Club in Castletown on the Isle of Man welcomes you to become a member of their club and is brought to you by Spice of India, the Island’s leading Indian restaurant group. With special offers and promotions, members enjoy delectable Indian cuisine from their venues and outlets including Spice of India in Ramsey, and their Spice Fusion Takeaway on Prospect Terrace, Douglas, Curry Club and I love Kebab in Callows Yard, Castletown. The best is, joining is free, and they also feature exquisite recipes with step by step guides on how to create some of their signature dishes. The Manx Curry Club also offers weekly and monthly draws, email alerts and their monthly newsletter packed full of information, it's perfect for lovers of Indian cuisine and great curry eating experiences. READ MORE

Castle Rushen in Castletown on the Isle of Man is one of the best preserved medieval castles in the world, once home to Kings and Lords of Mann. With a fascinating history going all the way back to the 13th century, it was during it's time used as a fortress, royal residence, a mint and even a prison. Castle Rushen has towering limestone walls, and a climb up the stone staircase to the roof affords breathtaking views over Castletown and beyond. Come experience the sights and sounds of the Medieval kitchen, hire Castle Rushen for your next private event and banquet like the Kings and Lords from days of old, it's a unique and unforgettable experience. A visit here is about the history of the inhabitants, the gatehouse, the castle guards in their vaulted rooms, wall walks, 17th century dining room and so much more, it's a must see.READ MORE

Francorchamps Guest House in Castletown on the Isle of Man is located on the South Coast of the island and ideally suited for coastal walks, beach fishing, birdwatching, windsurfing and more. Rooms choices include double and twins all with television, tea and coffee, and there's a ground floor bedroom with en-suite and WIFI is available throughout. Enjoy a wonderful breakfast in the dining room with delectable choices of full English, Continental, or the famous Manx kippers, they will also pack a lunch on request. Francorchamps Guest House offers breathtaking sea views and here you can relax and enjoy them, they are close to town, golf courses, and the bus stops at their front door, ideally suited to the airport too, come for a magical stay.READ MORE

Roy Cottage is a self catering holiday cottage in Castletown on the Isle of Man with breathtaking sea views just a short walk to town, and is perfect for two to three people. Enjoy a modern and well equipped Manx cottage right on the seafront fitted to a very high standard and a comfortable home away from home for both the leisure and business visitor. The ground floor offers a modern fully equipped kitchen and dining area with digital TV, and the first floor has a lounge with sofa bed digital TV and DVD player, while the second floor has a double bedroom and bathroom. Roy Cottage provides all bed linen, bath and beach towels, and is cleaned weekly, come for a fabulous stay just an easy five minute walk to historic Castletown with it's historical sites, shops, restaurants and pubs, and close by are beautiful beaches and countryside.READ MORE

The Old House of Keys in Castletown on the Isle of Man offers a great experience in what was once the centre of political life on the Isle of Man in the 19th century. Now restored to it's former appearance of exactly how it looked in 1866, a visit guides you through how democracy developed on the island, and how the political decisions have and continue to effect the Manx nation, development sometimes years ahead of England. When visiting the Old House of Keys, you'll meet the costumed secretary of this historical building, and you can then take a seat in the the restored debating chamber and enjoy an active debate on setting the laws of the island, it's a must see and do experience.READ MORE

The Nautical Museum in Castletown on the Isle of Man is home to the world's oldest yacht the Peggy, the oldest surviving shallop of her kind, built by an interesting historical character, Captain George Quayle. Come visit the Quayle gallery and learn about Captain George and his family as well as the Peggy, see previously unseen objects uncovered in archaeological excavations with exhibits including a leather pistol holster, a flintlock pistol mechanism, some coconut shell drinking cups and what is possibly an eighteenth century microscope. The Nautical Museum showcases Quayle's inventions, they story of why the Peggy remained undisturbed for over a 100 years, a sailmaker's loft and the tools of the trade as well as a cabin room built in the form of a naval warship of Nelson's day, secret trap doors and so much more, it's all here.READ MORE

The George Hotel in Castletown on the Isle of Man extends a warm welcome from their location in the centre of town close to the airport, train station and bus route, ideal for exploring the rest of the Island. This listed, historic building with a fascinating history all the way back to 1780 offers large, comfortable en-suite bedrooms at affordable rates, and all come with free WIFI access, TV and radio, hair dryer, electric shaver, tea, coffee, trouser press, lounge chair and toiletries. The George Hotel also offers and extensive and delicious blackboard menu with dishes freshly prepared to order featuring fresh locally sourced produce including, exquisite Manx beef, lamb, fish and shellfish dishes, seasonal fresh vegetables and vegetarian options enjoyed with bottled wine selections, champagne, malt whiskies, cask ales or draft lagers, bottle beers and spirits. Come for an unforgettable stay in beautiful surrounds ideally located for exploring all that the island has to offer.READ MORE