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Julia Bradbury unveiling the first of four granite start-markers installed at Bradda Hiar, Port Erin.

Visit Isle of Man have unveiled one of four iconic granite obelisks to be placed around the Raad Ny Foillan coastal footpath.

 

The first of four granite start-markers, made by local company Natural Stone Granite & Marble Ltd, has been installed at Bradda Hiar, Port Erin.

 

It was unveiled by Julia Bradbury, former BBC Countryfile presenter, on Friday 15th November in front of members of the Island’s walking community, with the remaining three structures to be placed in Onchan, Peel and Ramsey. 

 

Laurence Skelly MHK, Minister for Enterprise, commented: ‘The Island’s walking product is a key pillar of Visit Isle of Man’s strategy for developing visitor growth as we look to promote our extraordinary natural environment and the adventure playground on our doorstep.

 

'The four new start-markers not only provide visiting walkers with suitable starting points along the route but offer iconic spots for photo sharing and further promotion of the Raad ny Foillan and the Isle of Man. We have taken inspiration from other celebrated walks and trails that have successfully promoted themselves as visitor attractions and hope to create a ‘bucket list’ activity for serious walkers.'

 

‘As the first entire Nation to be a member of the UNESCO world network of Biosphere Reserves, the Isle of Man is a truly unique place to live, work and visit. Testament to this is our magnificent scenery, peaceful moors, steep hills and thrilling cliffs, which all contribute to making the Island a must for outdoor enthusiasts.’

 

 

For more information on the Raad Ny Foillan, its heritage, and to download guides to individual sections of the route, visit: www.visitisleofman.com/walking 

 

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