Tower of Refuge walk set to return in April

A popular guided walk out to the Isle of Man's Tower of Refuge is set to return on Sunday 27 April.

The landmark on Conister Rock in Douglas Bay can only be reached on foot during very low tidal conditions.

The event, set to raise funds for the RNLI following its 200th anniversary, marks the 12th time the walk has been organised by Douglas City Centre Management.

Manager Oliver Cheshire said the walk had become "an integral staple in the community calendar with thousands of people participating".

Built in 1832, the tower was designed to be a shelter for the crews of vessels that were wrecked on the nearby reef, and was the idea of RNLI founder Sir William Hillary.

Mr Cheshire said the event allowed "both residents and tourists to head to one of the island's most iconic structures" and was "a team effort" to put on.

He said while it was hoped the weather would be fine, people were urged to "wrap up warm as it's always cooler out there than you'd expect".

Those taking part are due to set off between 17:45 and 18:10 BST, with access to the beach via the steps at the Bottleneck Car Park.

Anyone planning to attend has also been reminded children must be accompanied by an adult, and while dogs are welcome they must be kept on a lead.

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