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A selection of new titles...
100 Years of the Manx Grand Prix by David Wright
£28.50
Celebrating 100 years of the Manx Grand Prix in 2023. By David Wright. Hardback, 212 pages, published November 2022. Published by The Manx Motor Cycle Club Ltd NB. Price includes a postage supplement of £3.50 due to the weight of the book (1.5kg). The Isle of Man Mountain Course is acknowledged as the most formidable of racing circuits. Best known for the annual Tourist Trophy (TT) meeting contested by professional motorcycle racers, for 100 years it has also proved irresistibly appealing to the amateur racers who contest the Manx Grand Prix (MGP), many of whom have gone on to success at the TT and a select few have become World Champions. This is the story of the 'Manx', its riders, races, its organisation by the Manx Motor Cycle Club and its turbulent 100 years of challenging the Isle of Man Mountain Course. With a lap distance of 37.4 miles, the Course runs over the Island's ordinary roads, through towns, villages and open countryside, before climbing the side of a mountain and then plunging back down to sea level. Many consider it to be the ultimate bike ride! 
Ramsey: Past & Present by Ray Stanfield
£14.95
New, published October 2022 With Ramsey Bay offering a safe haven to shipping, and the Sulby River creating a usable harbour, Ramsey grew to serve the needs of the seafaring community. It is the most low-lying town on the Isle of Man and the one considered most at risk from overtopping. Occasionally the sea invades the town and Ramsey locals, as their predecessors have done for centuries, pay the price for their proximity to the waves. One hundred years ago fishermen offered their wares at the quayside, children played in the sea and streets of the old town, and tourists landed by steamer on the iron pier. Ramsey has changed. In the 1960s and ‘70s much of the oldest part of the town was swept away by developers. Only photographs and postcards such as those in this book can now show us parts of Ramsey’s past. Cover: softback Extent: 128 pages Size: 210 mm x 210 mm 
The Winkle Pickers - Port Erin Marine Laboratory: A World Leader In Marine Biology (1892-2006)
£10.00
published by Rushen Heritage Trust, A4 paperback 98 pages The Port Erin Marine Laboratory in the Isle of Man gained world renown during more than a century of operation. Students came from around the globe to learn in Port Erin, became entwined in the life of the village, and after graduating, took what they had learned and travelled around the world. ‘The Winkle Pickers’ was a nickname given by residents of Port Erin to the students and researchers of the Laboratory, who would be seen on the shore, collecting, counting, or observing the plants and animals that lived there. To mark the 130th anniversary of the original Laboratory opening on Mortuary Beach in Port Erin, a team of former staff and alumni came together to research and produce an exhibition looking back on the history of the Laboratory and the people who worked and studied there. This book is a reproduction of that exhibition, a keepsake to celebrate the rich history of the Port Erin Marine Laboratory, a world leader in marine biology. 
Yesterday's Dirt by Stuart Steen McFaull
£12.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more, use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Paperback, published 20 October 2022 After his Mother’s suicide, Dylan Blakeney is spiralling. Paralysed by grief and accompanied by a band of troubled misfits, Dylan embarks on a hedonistic quest for oblivion that will leave him on the brink. Set in the sleepy, beautiful, yet haunting isolation of the Isle of Man, ‘Yesterday’s Dirt’ is an unflinching, darkly comic look at the pain that suicide leaves behind, asking the question ‘is love enough to save us?’ A story of mother and son. Love and death. Fear and loathing. 
Wreck of the Racehorse by Brian King
£14.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. THE WRECK OF THE RACEHORSE Racehorse was an eighteen-gun sailing ship, a sloop of war, in the early nineteenth century. On 14 December 1822, on what should have been a routine visit, Racehorse wrecked on the Skerranes, a reef of rocks off the southern coast of the Isle of Man. The efforts of the Manxmen of Castletown to save those on board proved to be a catalyst in the founding of what became Royal National Lifeboat Institute, the RNLI. One hundred and fifty years later a group of volunteer divers from the Isle of Man rediscovered the wreck and began the slow process of underwater excavation. Written by one of the divers who found the wreck, and including documents such as the captain’s report to the admiralty, and the minutes of the crew’s court martial, this book offers an unrivalled view of an unparalleled event in maritime history. Pieced together from evidence in contemporary documents and backed up by artefacts found on the seabed The Wreck of the Racehorse tells the story of how HMS Racehorse was lost – and found. Cover: softback Extent: 68 pages Size: 297 mm x 210 mm 
Mona Sings by Annie Kissack
£7.99
New, published October 2022 Mona Sings is a collection of poems by the Fifth Manx Bard, Annie Kissack, and inspired by her homeland, the Isle of Man. It’s a rare thing to be moved to tears by a poem, but this happened to me several times while reading this quietly dazzling collection. While there are glimmers of Eliot and echoes of R.S. Thomas, Annie Kissack’s voice is assuredly her own. This is a pure voice; you know each poem to be the truth. These are poems to be transported by, to lose yourself in, time and time again. Janet Lees, Poet, artist and poetry film-maker 'If I could paint, I would paint this land for you.' Yet, Annie Kissack does just that for us, in words rich in old bones, Celtic myths and childhood memories. She breathes a vivacious pattern into this perhaps 'departing language' and importantly, fixes oral traditions in print. Nor are they all pasts...as the 'mushroom fashionistas’ proclaim. This is the untaught history made colourful, relevant and alive for all of us. Any reader from beyond the Isle of Man will surely want to join her both in her 'bright spots' and with 'the shadows looking down on lonely places’. Thank you Annie for this treasure of a collection. Beth McDonough, Makar, Federation of Writers (Scotland) 2022 Ordering online?
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Jackie Morris "Books Are My Bag" Tote Bag
Jackie Morris Tote Bag - Limited edition 2022
£12.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Books Are My Bag Limited-Edition Bag 2022, designed by Jackie Morris. All natural 8 oz canvas shoppers – Digital Print 380mm W x 430mm H Long handled shopper with gusset 100% cotton canvas
Supplied by the Booksellers' Associatio and produced by The Clever Baggers UkulelesTravel Ukulele - Sakura- FLIGHT
£52.50
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20 using code MANXSHIP This soprano ukulele comes with a free kit bag. The Travel Series is a truly unique range of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. The TUS35 has a linden plywood top with wiped colour satin finish. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. Sunset Travel Ukulele - FLIGHT
£59.99
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20 using code MANXSHIP TUSEE Elise Ecklund Sunset Travel Uke “There’s something truly magical about a sunset. No matter where you are in the world, you can admire the beautiful colors streamed across the sky. The times I have watched a sunset over the mountains, I’ve felt adventurous, free, inspired, and a sense of peace. I wanted to capture this feeling on a ukulele. This soprano travel uke is for music lovers of every level, whether you are just starting out or have been playing for years. Pick it up and take it on every adventure with you.” Elise Ecklund The Flight Travel Series is a truly unique array of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. This model is has been designed in collaboration with Flight artist Elise Ecklund and has a beautiful design. It has a linden plywood top. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. Free of charge gig bag. Travel Ukulele - Dark Blue - FLIGHT
£39.99
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses using code MANXSHIP at checkout The Travel Series is a truly unique range of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. The TUS35 has a linden plywood top with wiped colour satin finish. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between with body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. Travel Ukulele - White & Pink - FLIGHT TUS-MARTY MARTY DOMINGUEZ TRAVEL UKULELE
£54.99
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20 using code MANXSHIP Tus-Marty Marty Dominguez Travel Ukulele This soprano ukulele comes with a free kit bag. The Travel Series is a truly unique range of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. The TUS35 has a linden plywood top with wiped colour satin finish. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. Travel Ukulele - Red- FLIGHT
£39.99
Only a few left! Free delivery on orders over £20 to Isle of Man addresses using code MANXSHIP "The Travel Series is a truly unique range of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. The TUS35 has a linden plywood top with wiped colour satin finish. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots" Travel Ukulele - Light Blue - Flight
£39.99
Only a few left! Free delivery on orders over £20 to Isle of Man addresses using code MANXSHIP Item No. ALMTUS35LB The Travel Series is a truly unique range of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. The TUS35 has a linden plywood top with wiped colour satin finish. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. |
New Isle of Man leisure maps...
Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Map
£11.90
£8.90
New editions (2021) of the Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Maps for both North and South of the Isle of Man available to purchase together at special price. Produced in full colour, scale 2.5 inches to 1 mile. 
Weather Proof Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Map
£19.98
£15.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Weather proof editions (2021) of the Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Maps for both North and South of the Isle of Man available to purchase together at special price. Produced in full colour, scale 2.5 inches to 1 mile. New Manx Titles...
Story from Stone by Kim Kneen and Vicky Lloyd-West, Illustrated by Jo Davies
£14.99
Illustrated by Jo Davies Paperback Includes stories, life histories and illustrations inspired by the real lives of the people buried at Ballure Chapel in Ramsey, a "graveyard of strangers". 
Peel Past and Present by Ray Stanfield
£13.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20, why not browse for another book? Just enter code MANXSHIP at checkout Paperback 128 pages Published by Loaghtan Books in October 2020 Peel is one of the oldest Manx towns and also one of the most dependent on the sea. Fishing has shaped Peel with a great many of the inhabitants having some connexion with the industry. Even today Peel boasts the largest fishing fleet in the Irish Sea. But the story doesn't end there. When holidaymakers discovered the Isle of Man, Peel's majestic castle, picturesque winding streets and bustling port drew fascinated visitors. The book is illustrated throughout with old photographs drawn from the postcards that visitors used to send home. These together with the book's present day images enable the reader to visually see the comparisons between the present day and days gone by. Much has of course changed, but it's often surprising how much has remained the same. The book is supplemented with additional material from George Hobbs and Sara Goodwins 
Until the Manxmen are driven away The Selected Poems of Paul Lebiedzinski (2nd ed)
£8.50
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20, use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Publisher : Culture Vannin Publication date : November 2020 The selected poems of one of the Isle of Man’s most provocative and important poets. 25 years after his untimely death, Paul Lebiedzinski’s work remains amongst the most exciting of all Manx literature and Until the Manxmen are driven away is the first time it has been published in book form. The 63 poems in this book have been selected from both the written and recorded archives and shows the great range and quality of Lebiedzinski’s work. As well as the recordings publicly available through Six Foot Under, the vast majority of the collection here comes from Lebiedzinski’s own private notebooks and have never been seen before. This work selected from the hundreds of manuscript poems is an amazing treasure trove which enriches the store of Manx literature. By turns reflective, nostalgic, humorous or bursting with rage, Lebiedzinski’s poetry remains as vital today as when it was first written. 
Motorcycles, Mates and Memories : Recalling sixty years of fun in British motorcycle sport
£16.99
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20 using code MANXSHIP at checkout. Format: Paperback / softback 144 pages, Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd Published:19 Nov 2020 Weight:254g Dimensions:151 x 210 x 12 (mm) Bill Snelling reflects on his lifetime passion for two-wheeling in this entertaining, motorcycle-themed autobiography. He recalls the decades of motorcycling mayhem, mud and madness that have characterised his 70-odd years iliving the dream, from the early days at Arthur Lavington's Velo shop to pounding the long-distance trials and the many race circuits he has ridden. Bill admits he was better off-road than on tarmac, but, he did win one race! He went on to work for Motorcycle Sport magazine, and as a despatch rider, before moving permanently to the Isle of Man. A great read for anyone interested in British motorcycle sports. 
Peddyr Conning - Peter Rabbit in Manx and English
£10.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses when you spend £20 or more, use code MANXSHIP at checkout. The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter translated in to Manx Gaelic Bilingual Edition - in Manx and English with full colour illustrations Translation in to Manx by Sophia Taylor 
The Sea Kings: The Late Norse Kingdoms of Man and the Isles c.1066–1275 published 6 May 2021
£30.00
£26.00
FREE DELIVERY for orders over £20 to Isle of Man addresses. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. by R.Andrew McDonald (Author) Format : Paperback / softback 464 pages, 12 Plates, black and white Publisher : John Donald Publishers Ltd Published:6 May 2021 Classifications:Isle of Man, British & Irish history, Medieval history, Maritime history, Norse religion & mythology Dimensions:234 x 156 (mm) The archipelagic kingdoms of Man and the Isles that flourished from the last quarter of the eleventh century down to the middle of the thirteenth century represent two forgotten kingdoms of the medieval British Isles. They were ruled by powerful individuals, with unquestionably regnal status, who interacted in a variety of ways with rulers of surrounding lands and who left their footprint on a wide range of written documents and upon the very landscapes and seascapes of the islands they ruled. Yet British history has tended to overlook these Late Norse maritime empires, which thrived for two centuries on the Atlantic frontiers of Britain. This book represents the first ever overview of both Manx and Hebridean dynasties that dominated Man and the Isles from the late eleventh to the mid-thirteenth centuries. Coverage is broad and is not restricted to politics and warfare. An introductory chapter examines the maritime context of the kingdoms in light of recent work in the field of maritime history, while subsequent chronological and narrative chapters trace the history of the kingdoms from their origins through their maturity to their demise in the thirteenth century. Separate chapters examine the economy and society,church and religion, power and architecture. 
Castletown Past & Present by Ray Stanfield
£13.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Home to probably the most complete mediaeval castle in Europe, Castletown has not always had an easy relationship with the ancient stronghold in the town’s centre. The castle has been used as royal residence, courtroom, museum and gaol, and is still one of the largest buildings on the Isle of Man. Castletown grew up around it, to service the garrison’s needs, but maintained a civic pride of its own. Its slightly sleepy aura today belies its history as stronghold, former island capital and bustling port. Books offering a peek into what a place looked like a century ago are always fascinating, and Castletown offers more contrasts than most. There are surprises too. Castletown was once home to a world-famous museum of magic and witchcraft. A local school is renowned for annually setting the world’s most difficult quiz. And, each year, the quiet town hosts the World Tin Bath Championship. The old photographs show as many social differences as architectural ones. Much has changed, of course, but it’s often surprising just how much has remained the same. Castletown: past & present joins its sister publications Peel: past & present and Port Erin: past & present in offering a fascinating glimpse into the Isle of Man’s past. 
Tour de Force : My history-making Tour de France by Mark Cavendish
£9.99
Format : Paperback 288 pages Publisher : Ebury Publishing Published : 26 May 2022 Dimensions: 127 x 195 x 28 (mm) 'I pulled off my glasses and wiped my eyes. "That was perhaps the last race of my career..."'Deep down, Mark Cavendish thought he was finished. After illness, setbacks and clinical depression, the once fastest man in the world had been written off by most. And at the age of 36, even he believed his explosive cycling career would fade out with a whimper. The Manxman hadn't won a single Grand Tour stage in Italy, Spain or France since 2016. But then came his incredible resurrection at the 2021 Tour de France. Included on the Deceuninck Quick-Step team at the very last minute, only after Sam Bennett suffered an injury, Mark set about rewriting history. He claimed back the green jersey he first wore in 2011, and his four stage victories finally saw him matching Belgian legend Eddy Merckx's all-time record of 34 Tour de France stage wins. Cycling greats are never content, and Cav's dogged determination and inner strength had earned him the record that few believed he could ever achieve. This is his own intimate account of that race, right from the saddle of the miracle tour. 
Spring Tides by Fiona Gell (SIGNED)
£16.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Enter code MANXSHIP at checkout. Published 26 May 2022, signed copies will be available. A beautiful memoir of the sea, island life, and a battle to preserve the marine habitats of the Isle of Man, by marine biologist and poet Dr Fiona Gell. Dr Fiona Gell has a PhD in marine conservation and over 20 years' experience working as a marine biologist. She grew up on the Isle of Man and still lives on the island with her husband and young son. She is also a published poet. 'This is my earliest memory. I am three years old and I sit in the bottom of my great-uncle's pot boat and take off the bands from the lobsters' claws. The deepest of blues, they creak over the bilges with robotic limbs towards my father's bare feet as he rows. Over the scent of the herring bait I can smell the fresh, sweet smell of wrack on the shore. This book has come out of over twenty years of studying the sea and trying to protect it, and a lifetime of loving our other world beneath waves. The sea is my work and my passion. I have been its advocate in situations where I must be reasoned, considered and evidence-based. But, I am also seduced and obsessed by the infinite diversity of the sea, its breath-stopping beauty and capacity for surprise. I have stood frozen in primitive fear as a basking shark, its granite skin dappled by sunlight, looms under the boat for long seconds. I have dived on our cold water horse mussel reefs, where the queen scallops are encrusted in golden sponges and the crimson squat lobsters wave their claws in the current, laughing with delight into my regulator. I have breathed deep on the bow of a scallop dredger in the twilight before dawn as we make our way to the fishing grounds, the crew on the deck smoking in silence as the sun begins to rise out of the dark, silver sea.' In Spring Tides, marine biologist Fiona Gell tells the story of a pioneering project to create the very first marine nature reserve on the Isle of Man. Growing up in a traditional fishing family on the island, Fiona spent her time on her grandfather's boat, listening to stories from the local fishermen and combing the beach for mermaid's purses and whelks' eggs. She developed a lifelong love of the sea and Manx culture, and on her return to the island after twelve years away studying marine life, she led a three-year-long struggle to protect an area called Ramsey Bay and the precious emerald green eelgrass forests which grew there. With scientific insight and spellbinding prose she perfectly captures the wonder of island life, from the intricate beauty of bright pink maerl, to the enormity of giant basking sharks spotted off the cliffs of the bay. This beautiful story from a small island reveals the transformative power of the sea, and the importance of protecting it for future generations. 'A stunning book, exquisitely written and all of it observed with enormous compassion for the natural world. Every page of Spring Tides gives the reader everything they want: poetry, knowledge, bejewelled specifics of the ocean and its creatures. As we read, we grow richer, too. You will fall in love with this book, treasure it, and keep it somewhere safe. A book for our time.' - Monique Roffey, author of The Mermaid of Black Conch, Costa Book of the Year 2020 'I loved Spring Tides. Seeding hope and wonder for future generations is a courageous calling and this is a beautifully-crafted triumph. The interweaving of motherhood with marine science, climate and the immeasurable pleasures of our own seashores is a pure delight. Please read this book!' - Nicholas Crane, author of The Making of the British Landscape 'Insightful and brimming with marvels, this story of one woman's love of an island opens a window to our entire ocean, why it matters and how to protect it. At a time when the rampant decline of nature can feel overwhelming, Gell offers a reasoned and much-needed ray of hope, showing that it is possible to safeguard livelihoods and the ocean's living treasures, and that it doesn't have to be a choice between the two.' - Helen Scales, author of The Brilliant Abyss and What a Shell Can Tell 
The Life of a Racer 2 : Flesh & Blood by Michael Rutter (SIGNED)
£20.00
Only a few left! Signed copies available. Bridge Bookshop is proud to stock Michael's second book. For the follow-up to his autobiography, Michael Rutter changes his focus and now reflects on his father's life - the victories, defeats, scrapes scrapes with the law and practical jokes. He also looks at his father's close brushes with death, including the horrific career-ending crash of 1985, and its aftermath. The Life of a Racer, Volume 2: Flesh & Blood is a reflective and sentimental journey during which Michael tries to learn about his father's life and career in motorcycle racing, while at the same time asking himself if his own destiny was always to race too because of his DNA. Tony Rutter (1942-2020) is best known for his four world TT-F2 championship wins, eight Isle of Man TT wins, nine North West 200 wins, five Ulster Grand Prix wins and two British Championship titles during his twenty-two-year career - but the man himself has remained something of an enigma to everyone including his own son, who himself went on to have a hugely successful career and has kept the Rutter name alive in the world of motorcycle racing to the present day. Through his own memories, as well as those of longstanding teammates and friends, Michael pieces together his father's values, what mattered to him the most, and his odd - sometimes maddening - traits. What unfolds is a profile of the man behind the incredible talent and singular focus of an elite racer. With a foreword by Carl Fogarty, this is the first-ever book about one of the finest racers in a great generation of racers, by those who knew him best and loved him most. Authors: Michael Rutter & John McAvoy Published by The Choir Press Hardback 203 pages (20 pages of photos) 
Isle of Man Glen Walks
£4.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout The Isle of Man is blessed with a large number of beautiful wooded glens, usually with streams or rivers running through them. There are 18 National Glens which are kept in the same semi-natural state as they were a century ago. The clearly-designated paths lead the walker through woodland with a variety of tree species, attractive bushes and ferns, alongside tumbling stream with waterfalls, cascades and rockpools. Most are easy walks, a few include steeper sections which offer dramatic views – many have unusual and historic buildings. The book includes a further 8 walks in tranquil public glens – both in the heart of the countryside and in towns. If you are interested in shorter walks exploring Manx glens each with their own character this book is for you. Author : Alan Cooper Softback, A5 Pages : 48 Publication Date : Easter 2022 
Favourite Manx Walks
£9.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout The author has lived in the Isle of Man for over twenty years. He has walked the hills, countryside, glens and coast of the Island extensively and has learned about the history and interesting stories of these places. This guide offers some of the walks from previous publications that have been popular with readers, together with many new routes. The 30 walks described here will take you through all the different landscapes of the Isle ofMan – upland moors, valleys, glens, tranquil rural landscapes, dramatic cliffs and deserted sea shores. The walks range from 4 to 13 miles: they are mostly circular and accessible by car and public transport. If you are interested in exploring the rich diversity of the Isle of Man’s countryside and coast, and becoming informed along the way, this book is for you. Author : Alan Cooper Softback, A5 Pages : 112 Publication Date : Easter 2022 Gift vouchers for our shops...£10 Gift Voucher to spend in store
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Purchase a gift voucher on our website for use in our shops in Port Erin and Ramsey. For free shipping, use code FREESHIPVOUCHER at checkout Wild Enthusiasm by Steve Wright - SIGNED COPIES
Wild Enthusiasm by Steve Wright
£20.00
Only a few left! No need to travel halfway round the globe to spot iconic wildlife - it's right here on our doorstep in the UK and Steve Wright, keen amateur naturalist, travels from the Isle of Man to Norfolk, to the Orkneys, Northern Ireland and everywhere in-between on his various short holiday expeditions, clutching his specific wildlife wish-list for each trip. The result is an inspiring and engaging diary of his personal encounters with white-tailed eagles, otters, bottlenose dolphins, fulmars, puffins, osprey, sand lizards, even red-necked wallabies. And the characters he meets on the way. He hears snipe drumming, watches a shrew in Wales, admires pilot whales off Lewis. Steve's wildlife travel diaries give excellent practical tips, such as bird-hide etiquette, how to identify birds on the wing, how to consult local wildlife rangers about what might be spotted on each outing and where to find that species. But most importantly his highly-readable wildlife travels are a call to others to book themselves in to pubs and small hotels the length and breadth of Britain and follow his example, for a series of fun British wildlife safaris. Format : Hardback 256 pages Publisher : Merlin Unwin Books Published : 8 Sep 2022 Weight:588g Dimensions:165 x 242 x 31 (mm) |
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