Summer Excursions Programme 2012
Wed, 18 Jul 2012
Come and join us, take part in our summer excursions - and learn more about the Natural History and Antiquities of the Isle of Man.
Everyone is welcome, you don’t need to be a member of the Society.
Saturday 8th September at 9.30 a.m.
The Traditional Buildings of the Isle of Man Project Part III: Library Session
Leaders: Paul Weatherall and Wendy Thirkettle
The proper study of our traditional buildings involves not only careful inspection, photographic recording and measurement on site, but also research into written records. This three-hour session is an introduction to that. The Manx Museum’s archivists will explain what resources the Library and iMuseum hold and how to use them. Other specialists will look in more detail at the various different type of records and what they can contribute.
Free, but numbers strictly limited and so advance booking required; please email the Excursion Secretary at castletown@manx.net or write to 30 Arbory Street, Castletown IM9 1LJ
Meet at the Manx Museum, Kingswood Grove, Douglas SC 380760.
Parking: Public parking in central Douglas. Public transport: Buses to central Douglas stops.
Saturday 15th September at 11.30 a.m.
The Traditional Buildings of the Isle of Man Project Part IV: Balladoole
Leaders: Pat Newton, Andrew Johnson and Steve Moore
Balladoole Farm, Arbory, is a familiar sight on the road just west of Castletown, and a haven of traditional farming practice. It has a range of very interesting farm buildings of varying dates which we will explore. Afterwards, an introduction will be given on how to measure and record them, and there will be an opportunity for hands-on experience. Please bring a packed lunch. N.B. no lavatories.
Free, but numbers strictly limited and so advance booking required; please email the Excursion Secretary at castletown@manx.net or write to 30 Arbory Street, Castletown IM9 1LJ
Meet at the entrance to Balladoole farmyard from the Balladoole/Pooilvaaish lane SC 248685. Parking: on the Ballabeg road SC 250687. Public transport: Buses on the Douglas/Castletown/Port Erin route, alight at Ballakeigan corner.
Please check all public transport details at http://www.iombusandrail.info/
No dogs, please, on excursions.
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