Cregneash
In a scenic location, on a plateau overlooking the Calf of Man, Cregneash is the oldest open-air folk museum in Britain. Cregneash village was one of the last strongholds of the Manx language and today you can step back in time to see how crofters used to live and work in a farming community on the Island. Inside traditional Manx cottages you will experience some of the stories, skills and craft demonstrations and outside, you can explore the farm, gardens and country walks in stunning scenery and natural surroundings.Whilst exploring the village and the surrounding land, you are likely to come across Loaghtan sheep, shorthorn cows and Manx cats and for light refreshments, Creg-y-Shee Tea Rooms is located at the heart of the village.
A number of the cottages at Cregneash are thatched in the traditional Manx style, unique to the Isle of Man. Harry Kelly’s cottage is located in the centre of the village and is a fine example of a Manx home of the period, where knitting and weaving often took place in the small living area. Wearing traditional dress, our team can be found weaving, knitting and completing craftworks at the Farm House during your visit. From the delightful garden at Ned Beg’s cottage, there are stunning views across to the Calf of Man.
Traditional methods of farming are still in use around the main areas of Cregneash and as you meander through the village you will see many Manx native birds.
From the village, there are a number of stunning walks available in the surrounding countryside including to the Sound, Meayll Hill (a megalithic chambered tomb) and to the rock formations at the Chasms.
Cregneash Village is one of 26 registered Dark Sky Discovery Sites on the Isle of Man.