Guiding Services Shirveishyn Stiuree
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All our guides are step-on guides who will join you in your own car, or hire car, minibus, or coach to inform and entertain you during your tour. Our guides can arrange local hire of fully insured vehicles, including coaches, with drivers.
Most of our guides also offer a variety of walking tours, ranging from easy to hard, in our Manx towns, villages and countryside.
Some of our guides offer specialist talks and tours at your request and tour planning services can also be provided.
Our Guides
Peter Beighton
E-mail: beightonsiom@manx.net
Tel:+44 (0)7624 432066
Peter Beighton
Peter tells stories about the Island past and present. There won’t be many dates and he promises to make you smile at every surprise just around the corner. He’s an expert on the TT course.
Peter erzählt Geschichten über die Vergangenheit und die Gegenwart der Insel. Es wird nicht zu viele Geschichtsdaten geben und er verspricht, Sie zum Schmunzeln zu bringen. Und haben Sie Interesse am TT Kurs, dann ist Peter der Experte für Sie.
Peter raconte des histoires sur le passé et le présent de l'île. Il n'y aura pas beaucoup de dates et il promet de vous faire sourire à chaque surprise juste au coin de la rue. Il est un expert sur le cours TT.
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Fidelma Bradley
E-mail: f.bradley1@hotmail.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 431742
Fidelma Bradley
I have been an Island resident for over 30 years and will show you what a truly unique place the Isle of Man is to visit. Its central position in the British Isles, and its Norse and Celtic heritage, has given it a special culture and folklore. Explore and learn about the Island’s maritime history, 19th century modes of transport, as well as ancient castles and keeills (ancient chapels).
I will show you the rich evidence of our recent and distant past through:
• Town or country walks • Site tours
• Step-on coach tours • Accompanying you in your vehicle
Say hello to our fairies and they’ll await your return!
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Chris Callow
Personal Website
E-mail: islandheritagetours@gmail.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 435528
Chris Callow
Chris has enjoyed a varied career as a Manx Advocate, Alpine Chalet-Host and Vintage Tram Driver before embarking on a history and heritage degree course in 2015.
He is a keen walker and particularly enjoys opening up hidden corners of the Island to visitors.
He also has a passion for the Island’s industrial past and is keen to involve our unique heritage railways in his excursions wherever possible.
Chris is a competent French speaker having spent seven years living and working in the French Alps, and is qualified to guide in the French language.
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Cathy Clucas
E-mail: benvonnag@gmail.com
Mob:+44 (0)7624 414331
Cathy Clucas
I have been qualified as an Isle of Man registered tour guide for over 20 years.I was born and raised on the Isle of Man and some of my family I know were here in the early 1600s. I have a Master's Degree in Manx studies, my degree covered the physical geology, geomorphology, flora and fauna, prehistory, history, arts, folklore, traditional culture and heritage of the Isle of Man. I am a Manx Gaelic speaker and I am interested in the promotion of the Isle of Man's unique heritage and culture. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of the Island with people visiting here.
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Frank Cowin FRICS
Tel:+44 (0)1624 626225
Frank Cowin FRICS
A guide with a wide working knowledge and love of buildings, especially Churches, Castles, and Industrial buildings together with their uses and stories.
Other interests include Family History, the Celtic Church, Smuggling, and the Nelson Navy. The Celtic, Viking and Maritime History of the Isle of Man is reflected in the Government, Landscape and character of the Island and a guide can help explain and unravel all this.
Holiday maker and specialist can both benefit.
Advice can be given on programmes for all levels of visit.
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Phil Craine
Personal Website
E-mail: philcraine44@gmail.com
Tel:+44 (0)1624 675925
Tel:+44 (0)7624 437248
Phil Craine
Phil Craine would be pleased to guide individuals and groups anywhere on the Isle of Man. He grew up on the Island and enjoys helping visitors discover its beauty for themselves. He is particularly fond of exploring the Manx hills and coastal footpaths, although would be happy to provide historic walking tours of the main towns too. He is also well-acquainted with the ancient 'keeills' (very early Celtic chapels) scattered around the Island, often in remote and beautiful settings. He qualified as a Registered Guide in 2013.
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David Fisher
E-mail: davidfisher35@aol.co.uk
Tel:+44 (0)1624 814147
Mob:+44 (0)7624 438635
David Fisher
Qualified as a Blue Badge Guide in 1992.
Worked for 20 years in Tourist information.
Worked as a volunteer with Manx National National Heritage on the Calf Island Bird Sanctuary.
I am a Manx speaker and have a great interest in Gaelic and Norse place names.
Can produce an itinerary for walks which include visiting the island’s diverse natural fauna, from short easy walks to slightly more energetic to suit the group’s needs.
Walks can also include the island’s industrial past, from fishing to mining.
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Pat Griffiths
E-mail: macmouse@manx.net
Tel:+44 (0)1624 801967
Mob:+44 (0)7624 427010
Pat Griffiths
I have worked for Manx National Heritage, both in the Library of the Manx Museum and as a volunteer at the Calf of Man Bird Observatory.
My particular interests are the wildlife and the Island’s history.
There are many opportunities for beautiful scenic coastal and inland walks.
Depending on the time of year, there is a variety of birdlife to be seen, including a thriving community of Chough and many varieties of seabirds.
There are many sites illustrating the Island’s rich history, including the Norse period and earlier.
I can help you plan walks or tours tailored to your own special interests.
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David Killip
E-mail: culturetours@isleofman.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 461005
David Killip
Born and raised on the Isle of Man, David is a Manxman whose ancestors came to the Island from Norway over 1000 years ago, hence his particular interest in the Norse era. Equally at home guiding individuals or groups, in town or country, on foot or in a vehicle, David would like to help you make the most of your visit to our wonderful Island. The people, history, heritage, culture, landscape and wildlife of the Island are very special and David, who runs Isle of Man Culture Tours, hopes he can enjoy your company to share your exploration of them.
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Helen Leigh
E-mail: helen.leigh@wimanx.net
Tel:+44 (0)1624 825492
Helen Leigh
Helen Leigh was a history teacher in Manx schools for nearly 20 years and has a strong interest in the history and culture of the Isle of Man. Helen is happy to guide easy / moderate walking tours in the towns, villages and countryside of the Island, aiming to make everyone’s visit a memorable experience. She qualified as a Blue Badge Guide in 2017.
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Fiona McArdle
Personal Website
E-mail: fmcardle@manx.net
E-mail: manxtourguide@gmail.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 471543
Fiona McArdle
I’m an experienced registered Blue Badge guide for groups and individuals and will plan bespoke tours if requested. It gives me pleasure to share my knowledge of the Isle of Man and to bring its fascinating sites to life. I have an in-depth interest in, and knowledge of, Manx folklore, culture and Manx Gaelic, together with the social, family, and natural history of the Island. I’m happy to tour with you in your vehicle –car, minibus or coach, or to guide leisurely to moderate walks around the Island’s towns, villages and countryside.
Et je serai ravie de vous guider en français.
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Bob Moon
Personal Website
E-mail: bob@discovermann.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 473769
Bob Moon
Bob is a passionate and knowledgeable guide to the many features of the Isle of Man that wait to be discovered by the visitor. He is keen to share with you the island’s rich and varied landscapes, long and occasionally tumultuous history, quirky folklore, its quiet places, its sites of great antiquity and its many locations that echo with the sounds of industry long gone. Bob’s particular interest is the wealth of the island’s diverse natural heritage, flora and wildlife. He will be pleased to lead a tour for your group either bespoke or general interest during your next visit.
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Jill Quirk
E-mail: bgq@manx.net
Tel:+44 (0)7624 488506
Jill Quirk
As a proud, native Manxwoman, I am passionate about sharing the delights of the island. Allow me to tell you about our history and heritage: art and architecture, wheels and wallabies, kippers and queenies, bonnag and beer, castles and cathedrals, steam-trains and trams, tails and tales, smugglers and slavers, folklore and fable, records and races, Tynwald and taxes, Vikings and vigils, chapels and churches, crosses and cairns, tholtans and theatre, our mountain and mines.
I’d be delighted to guide you on leisurely walks, or in your car, or to step onto your minibus or coach.
Et je serai ravie de vous guider en français.
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John Shakespeare
Personal Website
E-mail: john@visitmanntours.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 481814
John Shakespeare
John is an enthusiastic and engaging tour guide and has been guiding groups and individuals for many years worldwide. His aim is to make your visit a memorable and enjoyable experience with a great choice of themed itineraries or completely bespoke tours. Having lived here for over 30 years he knows the Island well. His particular interests are history, castles and the Vikings; he’s a Viking re-enactor and storyteller, and also plays the bagpipes! Whether you want an in-depth special interest tour, a scenic overview, a walking tour or a VIP experience, John can help. Offering Sea Terminal, Airport or hotel meet and greet, John is happy to step on your coach, minibus or car, or to accompany you on foot.
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Susan Skillen
Personal Website
E-mail: susanjaneskillen@gmail.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 357680
Susan Skillen
Tours in English or German
My name is Susan and I simply love the Island. It is my home. I was born on the Isle of Man and lived many years in Germany. I can take you to hidden gems and to all the “must see” sites. It’s your precious holiday, you choose! The tours are tailor-made for you.
Mein Name ist Susan und ich liebe diese Insel. Es ist meine Heimat. Ich wurde hier geboren, habe aber viele Jahre in Deutschland gelebt. Ich kann Sie zu bekannten und weniger bekannten Orten auf der Insel fuehren. Es ist Ihr Urlaub, Sie entscheiden. Die Touren sind auf Sie abgestimmt.
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Louise Strickett
Personal Website
E-mail: plsiomtours@gmail.com
Tel:+44 (0)1624 897411
Louise Strickett
Louise knew the moment she saw the Island that she would make it her home. Originally from Lancashire Louise married Martyn, a Manxman, has two grown up children and has been proud to call the Island her home for the last twenty five years. It was her study of the Natural World that brought her here where she gained a Degree in Marine Biology specialising in Rocky Shores and Birds. Louise is passionate about the Island, its Countryside and Wildlife. She would be delighted to offer tailored Wildlife Tours with easy / moderate walks as well as tours helping you explore our rich and diverse Manx History and Heritage in towns or countryside on foot or as a step on car / coach guide.
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Susan Woolard
E-mail: ballakinlay@gmail.com
Tel:+44 (0)7624 478984
Susan Woolard
I aim to help visitors enjoy the scenery and culture of the Isle of Man and will be available for a range of tours of the Island from 2019, focusing on walks around the coast, hills and historic places.
In 2018 I have limited availability, but I would like to help you plan your future visits.
From its Celtic and Norse roots, through its roles in trade, wartime internment and early seaside holidays, to its heritage tourism, the Isle of Man has many stories to tell. May I guide you through the Island's landscape for an enjoyable day or two?
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