Explore Druidale as part of the Festival of British Archaeology

THERE’s a rare opportunity to see the wealth of archaeology that still survives in Druidale next week.

Between 2pm and 5pm, on Friday, July 20, there will be a chance to take a guided walk among the ancient burials and homes of those who once lived on the very edge of cultivated land in the Manx hills.

This walk will be led by Andrew Johnson, curator of field archaeology and inspector of ancient monuments at Manx National Heritage.

This event will take place as part of the 22nd Festival of British Archaeology being held between July 14 and 29.

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The festival is the biggest British event focusing on archaeology, with more than 190,000 people taking part last year.

Nationwide it offers an incredible range of activities, including behind the scenes tours and guided walks, special exhibitions, excavations and workshops, re-enactments and finds identification days.

Dr Mike Heyworth, director of the Council for British Archaeology, which co-ordinates the festival, explained: ‘It’s a real celebration of our incredible history, and you don’t have to be an archaeologist to join in!

‘It’s a chance for everyone to explore and uncover the past, see archaeology in action and bring the history on their doorstep to life.

‘We at the Council for British Archaeology are passionate about getting people involved in archaeology and look forward to seeing people right across the country participating in the events that make up the festival.’

The guided event through Druidale will include rough walking and is likely to be wet underfoot so suitable clothing and shoes are advisable.

Tickets are £5 or £2.50 to Friends of Manx National Heritage.

Walkers are to meet at 2pm at Brandywell Cottage, Druidale (SC 346 866).

For tickets or more information contact Manx National Heritage on 648000 or email enquiries@mnh.gov.im

Alternatively visit www.manxnationalheritage.im or www.archaeologyfestival.org.uk/whatson

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It’s all going on in Ramsey

Ramsey National Week, which is now in its tenth year, is currently being held.

A number of events this year have a jubilee theme.

A photographic exhibition featuring past royal visits to Ramsey will be staged in Ramsey Town Hall until July 14.

There will be a Model Boat Pageant on the lake in Milntown by Manx Model Boat Club from 1.30pm on the jubilee bank holiday – Friday, July 6.

Friends of Auldyn School will be serving Jubilee Teas at Ramsey Hall between 10am and noon on Saturday, July 7.

Also on Saturday, July 7, there will be a diamond jubilee garden party at the Grove Museum between 5pm and 8pm with music and games. Everyone attending should bring a picnic.

Friday will also see a walking carnival starting at 7pm from the new swimming pool. The now famous Ramsey Rocks! Street Party will be staged between 7pm and 11pm with two music stages, a big busk, bouncy castles, food stalls and will end with a firework display at 11pm.

Cherrywood Four Star Bed & Breakfast in Ramsey Isle of Man proudly brings you news of enjoyable events taking place on the wonderful Isle of Man. Why not browse our site to find out more.

This year will see three walks – a town walk will left Ramsey Tram Station this morning (Monday), the Hike ‘N’ Hotdogs walk will leave the Albert Road car park at 7pm tonight (Monday) and Joy Brew will lead a walk and ride leaving Ramsey Bus Station at 11am on Tuesday.

Ramsey Heritage Foundation will be staging ‘100 Years of Manx Fairy Tales’ at the Ramsey Methodist Centre at 7.30pm on Wednesday. Admission is £5 including a Manx Tay.

Full information and event listings can be found at www.ramseynationalweek.com .

Steven Bevan, chair of the Ramsey National Week committee, said: ‘We are delighted in this tenth year of Ramsey National Week that we have a programme of events which will have something for everyone. I would like to thank the committee and those within the community who have contributed to the staging of the events.’

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