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Overview
- Location: Beinn-y-Phott, Lezayre., Isle of Man
- Date: Wednesday, 29 April 2026
A Walk Through Time: our peatlands past and future offers participants the opportunity to explore the vital peatlands that are part of the landscape. This event features a walk to the summit of Beinn-y-Phott, where attendees can learn from DEFA officers about the importance of peatlands as a carbon store, flood defense, and habitat for rare species. The walk will cover very uneven ground, so sturdy footwear, ideally walking boots, is recommended.
Details
Peatlands are a vital part of our landscape. Containing information about our prehistoric past, they are also a vital carbon store and flood defence that is home to rare species. Meet the DEFA officers in charge of making sure that our peatlands continue to be a functioning part of our island and let them tell you about their fascinating story.
This walk will take in the summit of Beinn-y-Phott and will include very uneven ground.
Participants will need sturdy footwear, ideally walking boots, warm and waterproof clothing, a drink and a snack. Unfortunately dogs are not permitted as this is a sensitive time of year for lambing and ground nesting birds.
Parking will be at the Brandywell Road layby, on the Beinn-y-Phott Road, just off the A18 mountain road. Grid reference: SC389858, <https://maps.app.goo.gl/X92efXyf5n9wC9vC9> , What3Words: ///altitudes.darkroom.coupon
Book through the following link or the QR code: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-walk-through-time-our-peatlands-past-and-future-tickets-1981430343496?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
For enquiries: <sarah.hickey@gov.im> or tel: 203012