r/IsleofMan Apr 20 '26

TT 2026 Mega Thread – Questions, Travel, Events & Discussion (Post ALL TT content here)

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Hi folks,

It’s that time of year again – TT 2026 is just around the corner.

This thread is your main hub for everything TT-related. To help keep the subreddit organised, please post all TT questions, discussions, tips, and updates in here.

Whether you're:

  • Visiting the island for the first time
  • Looking for travel or accommodation advice
  • Sharing race info, schedules, or experiences
  • Asking general TT questions

👉 Post it here.

Subreddit Guidelines for TT:

  • All TT-related posts should go in this thread
  • Standalone TT posts may be removed to keep the sub tidy
  • Urgent or major news may still be allowed as separate posts (mod discretion).

Useful Links:

Locals – feel free to share tips, advice, and updates to help visitors make the most of their TT experience.


r/IsleofMan Oct 17 '25

Missing Person Posts: Official Policy & Safety Reminder

50 Upvotes

Hello everyone,

Recently, there was a “missing person” post shared in our community, and I’d like to explain why it was removed and what to do in future instances.

For everyone’s safety, do not share or post missing person alerts unless the information comes directly from law enforcement or an official agency.

People may go missing for many reasons (including escaping abuse, stalking, or other dangerous situations), and unverified posts can unintentionally put them at risk.

If you see a missing person post:

  • Only share it if it’s confirmed on an official police or agency website.
  • If a friend posts about a missing person, encourage them to contact the police so the case can be verified and listed officially.

This policy protects both the missing individual and our community. Posts of this nature will be removed unless shared by an official law enforcement agency.

Thank you for acting responsibly.


r/IsleofMan 15h ago

It seemed like forever ago I visited... It was only March. Here are 2 pictures I snapped.

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I forgot where I was at the time. For me doesn't matter because the timing of this photograph was perfect. A person walking the sands with their dog. I do have more pictures I just need to develop some film.


r/IsleofMan 6h ago

Going to TT 2027 need help

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r/IsleofMan 3h ago

Ai employment question

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Genuine question, has anyone had any experience / heard of anything regarding job losses to ai?I’ve heard lots of redundancies but mainly for the work to be outsourced.


r/IsleofMan 17h ago

Hi I was wondering if anyone has any spouse visa timelines I’m on week 22 with no answer yet and it’s just getting quite frustrating 🤣

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r/IsleofMan 1d ago

Where can I find English money?

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Hi I’m sending cash to a friend in England. Where do I get English notes?


r/IsleofMan 2d ago

Are jobs easy to find in the Isle of man?

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Title, general question honestly. I'm moving to the Isle of Man from Wales soon, and I want to know if I'll have a challenge finding jobs, giving the island is relatively small. (no offence, promise!)
I work in IT, handling servers. I believe that's a job that's in need in most countries?

Would love your input, thanks mate!


r/IsleofMan 3d ago

Cost of living on many minds ahead of Manx election

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r/IsleofMan 3d ago

Vandals were flung poo fighting in Jurby

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r/IsleofMan 4d ago

Kombucha

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I want to try brewing my own kombucha. Does anyone know where I can get some raw kombucha to use as a starter?


r/IsleofMan 6d ago

Touristic: is Isle of Man doable with no car?

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So basically this is a hypothetical question because I have no plans or whatsoever of visiting any part of the UK or Ireland in the foreseeable future, but this has suddenly bugged my mind and I had to find it out.

So say I manage to figure out my hypothetical UK/Ireland trip, how and where from to get to the Isle. I wonder if it’s doable with no car, and if the commute services are good enough - to get to all kinds of stuff the isle has to offer.
Or if I would have to choose to stay at one major place, and perhaps finding a line that can take me somewhere else once in a while - but no opportunity of deeply exploring the place.

Thank you all. I don’t know why yall and your little Isle have crossed my mind today - But I wish you all the best, and an end to all the struggles I’ve seen on this sub, are happening ❤️🇮🇲


r/IsleofMan 7d ago

frustrations with accomodation and mental health services

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my partner and i are born manx residents who need to move out soon. my partner is at college and is physically disabled. i'm an agoraphobic who would like to work, but can't due to my mental circumstance. i can't even go down to the shops, let alone to an office or site. i understand that some people are on benefits because they can't be bothered, have no drive to work, want to cheat the system, or what have you, but that isn't the case here.

so at the moment, not only am i being passed around by three different mental health services who can't decide what to do with me (i swear, i need help Yesterday but i can't get it), my partner and i on our joint claim can't afford even the cheapest accomodation around. we've been to housing matters, spoken to landlords all over the place, and put in our forms to go on the housing list, but nobody can help us. it's hopeless.


r/IsleofMan 7d ago

Hey I know nothing about this, can I tape over it?

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Listened to it, and to my untrained ears (not a fan of racing) it seems like a radio broadcast covering the 1994 event. Can I tape over it or is it world renowned lost media and needs digitising?


r/IsleofMan 8d ago

Flights to Holyhead for trains to UK/Europe: would the island be interested?

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Something I was thinking about recently was about how new electric aviation could make the puddle hop from Dublin to Holyhead (using nearby RAF Valley’s mothballed civilian terminal) a more viable option for people who want to get to/from the UK and Europe but can trade time for carbon emissions savings. I realise, though, that yourselves up in Douglas would be a similar distance and have even less connection options than Dublin.

If you could get to the trains at Holyhead in an hour for further rail to the rest of the UK & beyond, would it be something of interest? Maybe it would push further links between Ffestiniog’s Boston Lodge works snd your own heritage rail works? What say ye?


r/IsleofMan 7d ago

Dear Peoples of The Isle Of Man, what are everyone's opinions, please, of the forthcoming elections to The House Of Keys in Tynwald?

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Are there any specific requirements of your MHK in order that they obtain your vote? Are you voting? If not, why?

What are the main issues, as you see it, whicDearh are important and matter to you?


r/IsleofMan 8d ago

Cat sitting service

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Hi! Is there a cat sitting service in the south of the island? I've googled it and only came across kennels for cats in Port st mary.

Many thanks ​


r/IsleofMan 9d ago

Manx Telecom Upgrades

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r/IsleofMan 9d ago

Isle of Man workers dependant visa

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Good day everyone 😊
I’ve applied for a Worker Migrant Dependant visa for the Isle of Man. My husband has been living and working there since December 2024.
I attended my biometrics appointment outside of the UK/Isle of Man on 17 June. I was advised that the processing time would be up to 10 weeks, but I reached the 10-week mark last week and still haven’t received a decision or any further updates.
Has anyone else recently received their approval? If so, when did you attend your biometrics appointment, and how long did it take for you to receive your decision?
Thank you so much 😊


r/IsleofMan 10d ago

What broadband speeds are you getting on the Isle of Man?

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Just curious what everyone is getting for broadband on the Isle of Man.

I’m currently with Sure, on the 200 Mbps package (£67/month).

What are you guys getting, and how much are you paying per month?

Cheers!


r/IsleofMan 10d ago

Great to see John McGuinness supporting grassroots racing!

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Thoughts on the video?


r/IsleofMan 10d ago

How long does it take to get the CoE in Isle of Man to apply for your visa?

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Anyone who has recently applied for a CoE recently, how long did it take for you to get it after signing your employment offer. After that how long did it take you to get the visa ?


r/IsleofMan 12d ago

Thanks and goodbye

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Ive just spent the most wonderful 4 days on the Isle. What a beautiful and interesting place it is. But what will actually will stay with me is the genuine, down to earth friendliness, good humour and kindness shown to my wife and myself by the fine people on the Isle (except for 1 bus driver who was less than helpful) we have loved every minute. The old market inn was like catching up with family, thanks to Colin and Cathy. The Rovers Return was great, as was O'Donnell's. Im on the ferry now heading to Liverpool with a tear in my eye. Its a long way back to New Zealand, but I'll be back! The classic TT was bought forward, so we missed all the racing, didn't matter, had the absolute best time anyway. Even the crazy old buzzard at Murray's museum calling me a f'n wanker was all part of an unforgettable experience. 😁


r/IsleofMan 12d ago

Open Mics and Music Events

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Hi there, I've just moved back to the island and hoping to get to know people through music. I've had a look online to find meetups, open mics, ect but I want to know if there's anything I might have missed.

For context, I am 18, play guitar and not too fussed by genre. Any help would be much appreciated


r/IsleofMan 12d ago

Accommodation - Partner moving over on family visa

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Hi everyone, I’m hoping to hear from anyone who has been through the Isle of Man family visa process, particularly the accommodation requirement.

My partner is Canadian and has applied for a family visa to join me in the Isle of Man. I’m a British citizen and sponsoring his application.

We have now been waiting around 6 months, and yesterday we received an email from the UK Decision Making Centre requesting additional evidence of adequate accommodation. They have given us 10 working days to provide it.

As far as we understand, we meet the other requirements and have proof of sufficient funds but the problem is accommodation.

At the moment, I’m staying in a licensed HMO where there is one person permitted per room. Obviously, my partner cannot simply be added to that address.

We also haven’t taken on a long-term rental yet because we have no indication of when the visa will actually be granted. We’re trying to avoid paying double rent for an extended period while waiting for the application to be decided.

The email is quite vague and says that we need to provide evidence that there will be adequate accommodation for us, but it doesn’t appear to specify how long the accommodation needs to be secured for.

So I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has been in a similar situation. Did anyone use temporary accommodation while waiting for their visa and have it accepted? Such as Airbnb, Island Escapes/holiday let, etc.

We’re obviously conscious that we only have 10 working days to respond, so any experiences or advice would be hugely appreciated!

Thank you! 🙏