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obtained from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.
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Farmers’ Union and The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and
Forestry. This leaflet has been funded by DAFF.

“
The Isle of Man is a
show stopper, ticking
all the boxes for
good quality fresh
sustainable produce
at a fair price
“
Of all the places that we have visited and fallen
in love with, the Isle of Man is close to the top of
the list of favourites. For us the island has it all,
bikes, wonderful beer, banging fresh Manx food,
a large dollop of adventure and garnished with
the infectious enthusiasm of everyone on the
island, full of zest, with warm hearted humour.
Our love affair with the Isle of Man and it’s food
produce has developed over a number of
years, in fact back to when we were children. In
our very first television series we encountered
the strange Manx Loaghtan sheep, and set up
a bikers' feast of local lamb and the best
scallops in the world on the beach at Douglas.
The produce from the Isle of Man is very
special. The seafood is without question some
of the best we have encountered, we use
queenies wherever possible, where else do you
have such choice of sustainable fishing. From
the meat to the dairy, produce from the
island is king.
People on the Isle of Man care about the food,
and so do the government. We worked with the
producers from the Island at the BBC Good
Food Show last year and the stand sponsored
by the government was one of the best in the
show. Ourselves and the rest of the exhibition
were left in no doubt that the Isle of Man is a
show stopper, ticking all the boxes for good
quality fresh sustainable produce at a fair price.
The food and the Manx people are very special
to us both…not forgetting you also have the
greatest road racing in the world.
People are becoming more concerned and
aware about the quality and provenance of
their food, as quite rightly people should. We
say, just look to the Isle of Man, they have
the answers.
Si and Dave

Farmers’ Markets, Farm Shops and Retail Outlets
In the north
IOM Farmers’ Market, Ramsey
EVERY SATURDAY - (10am - 1pm)
WHERE: Albert Road School
(Venue may alter in spring).
WHAT: Farmers’ market & refreshments – Bread,
cakes, game, jams, chutneys, eggs, herbs, honey,
fruit and veg in season, bedding plants and crafts.
CONTACT: Dot Price Tel: 470507
Bryan Radcliffe’s veg at
Ramsey Farmers’ Combine
EVERY SATURDAY - ALL YEAR ROUND (9am - 4pm)
WHERE: The Farmers’ Combine on the harbour. Ramsey.
ALSO: Harbour Bistro (Ramsey), Sulby and Andreas Stores
WHAT: Locally produced veg, free range eggs,
herbs, seasonal produce.
CONTACT: Bryan Radcliffe Tel: 458962
Halcyon Days Farm Shop
EVERY THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
WHERE: Main Road, Ballaugh.
WHAT: Fresh Manx vegetables and more
CONTACT: Liz Gubby Tel: 495662
Purely Plants Nursery
OPEN 1pm - 5pm DAILY
WHERE:Purely Plants Nursery, Andreas. All IOM
Farmers’ Markets and The Green Mann market.
WHAT: Plants, trees, free range eggs, soft fruit,
herbs, vegetable plug plants and naturally grown
vegetables in season. Under organic conversion.
CONTACT: Dot Price Tel Mobile: 470507
dotprice@manx.net
Ramsey Bakery
WHERE: Supermarkets, Local Shops, Mr B’s Freshbake.
WHAT: Wide Range of Bread and Cakes,
Manx Grown, Manx Milled, Manx Baked.
CONTACT: Tel: 813604
In the south
IOM Farmers’ Market, Castletown
EVERY THIRD SUNDAY IN THE MONTH (1.30pm-3.30pm)
WHERE: Southern 100 Clubhouse Grounds
Cronaback Farm Shop
EVERY DAY - ALL YEAR (9am - 5-ish, longer
in summer)
WHERE: Half way along Bradda Road.
WHAT: Preserves, cut spring flowers (e.g. daffodils
and irises) and vegetables in season.
CONTACT: Elaine Crebbin. Tel: 834197.
The Farmers’ Den, Farm Shop
EVERY DAY - ALL YEAR (Summer 9am - late,
Winter 9am to 5.30pm)
WHERE: Pooil Vaaish Farm, Pooil Vaaish, Castletown.
WHAT: Naturally grown seasonal vegetables,
homemade bread, cakes, preserves, free range
eggs, plants, gifts and crafts.
Orders available from the farm shop or Farmers’
Markets. Attends Ramsey Douglas and Castletown
Farmers’ Markets
CONTACT: Sheila Gawne Tel: 822992
Mobile: 454549
sbygroves@manx.net
Ballakilley Farm
OPENING IN SEASON
WHERE: Ballakilley Farm, Church Road,
Port St. Mary. Sales at the farm gate
WHAT: Vegetables and salads in season grown to
natural principles. IOM Farmers’ Market in Douglas
and Castletown.
CONTACT: ballakilley@manx.net
Paddy’s Market Ltd
WHERE: The Quay, Port St Mary
WHAT: Quality seafood of the highest standard.
Fresh, smoked, chilled and frozen. Fresh fish, fresh
shellfish, smoked products, gift packs, herbs and
eggs plus a range of speciality foods. Mail order,
with next day delivery available
CONTACT: Tim Croft. Tel: 834494

Douglas
IOM Farmers’ Market, Douglas
FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH – ALL YEAR
(10am - 2pm)
WHERE: Villa Marina Colonnade, Douglas.
WHAT: Farmers’ market & refreshments –
vegetables and fruit in season, home-baked
bread and pastries, jams, honey, eggs, organic
herbs and much more.
CONTACT: Sheila Gawne Tel: 822992
Mobile: 454549
Davison’s Luxury Manx
Ice Cream & Handmade Chocolates
ALL YEAR ROUND
WHERE: Peel Promenade & Regent St, Douglas
CONTACT: Ian Davison Tel: 665000
www.davisons.co.im
In the west
Ballaleece Farm Shop
EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY –
ALL YEAR (10.30am - 3pm)
WHERE: Ballaleece Farm, Peel side of
St. John’s on Douglas/Peel Road.
WHAT: Farm shop – vegetables, fruit,
home-baked cakes, jams, honey, free range eggs
and Christmas wreaths.
CONTACT: Margaret Kennaugh Tel: 803269
Green Mann, Farmers’ Market
EVERY THURSDAY – ALL YEAR (11am - 3pm)
WHERE: Ballabrooie, Patrick Road, St. John’s.
WHAT: A friendly rural market where everything is
produced naturally without the use of chemicals of
artificial fertilisers.
CONTACT: Jimmy Lawton Tel: 843738
Greeba Mushrooms
OPEN (10am - 3pm) CLOSED WED AND SUNDAY
WHERE: Farm Shop, Main Road, Greeba
WHAT: Full range from buttons to portabellos and
mushroom pate. Also available at Robinsons and
Shoprite. Grown on the Island for the Island -
we grow with care (NOT pesticides!)
CONTACT: Kathy Neale Tel: 851611
Staarvey Farm
EVERY WEDNESDAY - (10am - 2pm)
WHERE: Staarvey Farm, Staarvey Rd, Near
Peel. Also local shops, farmers markets’ and
Tynwald Mills on Saturday afternoons.
WHAT: Certified organic free range eggs, pot
grown herbs and vegetables. Herb oils, jellies
and preserves.
CONTACT: Stephen and Jenny Devereau
Tel: 801387 Mobile: 463822
staarveyfarm@manx.net
In the east
The Farm Shop - ‘Pick your own’
EARLY JUNE - AUGUST
WHERE: Whitebridge Hill, Onchan.
WHAT: Strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, black
and red currants, rhubarb and potatoes
CONTACT: Brian Moore Tel: 495676
Gellings Free Range Eggs Ltd
ALL YEAR ROUND
WHERE: Ballaroose Lane, Baldrine.
CONTACT: Tel: 617678
Read’s Fine Foods
ALL YEAR ROUND
WHERE: Laxey
WHAT: Quality manx meat, fish and produce
CONTACT: Angie Read Tel: 863343

Other local suppliers
Independent traders
Alexander Nurseries
Alexander Drive, Douglas, 675829
(Vegetables, Herbs, Plants)
Allanson’s Potatoes
Rhendhoo, Jurby, 880766
(Cabbage, Swedes, Parsnips,
Broccoli, Rhubarb)
B&M Catering
All IOM Farmers’ Markets
or call: 880208 / 455457
(For all your Home-baked Cakes,
Pies and Desserts. Manx Bonnag
a speciality)
michaeldougherty@manx.net
Brenda’s Home Produce
Call Brenda for deliveries 477612
(Fruit, Vegetables and Preserves)
Brown Cow Bakery
IOM Farmers’ Markets
Maggie Farmer 829459 / 401190
maggiechrisfarmer@manx.net
(Artisan Bakers, Bread, Cakes,
Desserts, Puddings and Pies)
Isle of Man Meat
Website: www.isleofmanmeat.com
E-mail: enquiries@
isleofmanmeat.com
Isle of Man Creameries
Website: www.isleofman
creameries.com
E-mail: enquiries@iom
creameries.com
Jimbo’s Manx ice cream
www.manxicecream.com
Bushy’s Beer
www.bushys.com
The Good Loaf
All IOM Farmers’ Markets, The
Green Mann Market and Mother
Nature, Ramsey (Sat) Liz Devereau
617927 (Bread, Scones and Cakes)
mail@thegoodloaf.co.uk
www.thegoodloaf.co.uk
IoM Beekeepers Association
Anchorage, Athol Park, 832355
(Honey, Candles, Wax)
Island Sheepskin Rugs
Tanyard House, Ballahowin, 851843
(Sheepskin Rugs)
Lady B Homebake
All IOM Farmers’ Markets
Hanne Boyd 616510 / 416574
(Breads, Cakes and Biscuits)
hanneboyd@hotmail.com
Manx Quail Eggs
Corony Hill, Maughold
Mark Hibbert 464696
(Honey, Candles, Wax) Available
by telephone and at Shoprite
A wide range of Manx Produce can be found at
Supermarkets and Local Stores throughout the Island
Laxey Glen Flour Mills
Full range of wheat flours from
100% Manx grown wheat grain.
Laxey. Tel: 861202
Manx Spirit
www.manx-spirit.com
Okells Brewery Ltd
www.heronandbrearley.com
Island Seafare
Alfred Pier, Port St Mary, 834494
www.islandseafare.co.uk
Butchers (local butchers selling Manx meat)
Anagh Coar Butchers
Cushag Road, Anagh Coar,
Douglas 625835
L Hewitt Butchers
Andreas 880657
manxmeats.com
Meat Factory, Esplanade Lane,
Douglas, 673710
Michael’s in the Market
Family Butchers, Market Hall, Market
Hill, Douglas 623364
Radcliffe Butchers
4-6 Malew Street, Castletown,
822271 (Organic meat)
Attends Douglas Farmers’ Market
Linda’s Homemade Preserves
The Hibernian, Maughold, 816157
jtott@manx.net
(Jams, Marmalade, Curd and
Chutneys). IOM Farmers’ Market,
Douglas and Ramsey.
Balladoole Organic Farm
Castletown
Andrew Moore 822270
Certified Organic Farmer
(Seasonal veg) IOM Farmers’
Market, Douglas, The Green
Mann Market also on farm
collection by arrangement.
Thie Maidjey Ltd
Ramsey and Douglas Farmers’
Markets and local veg box delivery.
Jennie and Ken Maynard
336060 / 435884
(Vegetables and Soft fruit)
jennie_maynard@yahoo.com
Ballakerkey Free-range Eggs
Greengate Farm, Ballabooie,
842231
Manx Loaghtan
Available at T&P Kermeen
Butchers and Shoprite
www.manxloaghtan.com
Moore’s Kippers, Moore’s
Traditional Curers
5-6 Mill Road, Peel, 843622
(Kippers, Shellfish, Smoked Salmon,
Smoked Bacon)
www.manxkippers.com
Geo Devereau & Son Ltd
Castle St, Douglas, 673257
Mill Road, Peel, 843160
(Kippers, Local Lobster, Crab,
Queenies and Fresh Fish)
www.isleofmankippers.com
T & P Kermeen Butchers
Main Road, Onchan, 676593
(Manx meat, specialising in
Loaghtan Lamb)
Attends Douglas Farmers’ Market
W.E.Teare
Parliament Street, Ramsey, 812460

Eat the Manx seasons
A Seasonal Guide
January
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
February
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
March
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
April
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
May
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
June
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Carrots, Potatoes, Chicory, Jerusalem Artichokes,
Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Shallots, Swedes, Turnips, Beetroot, Winter Radish, Spinach,
Chard, Kale, Salad Leaves. Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit, Pheasant, Duck
Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Monkfish, Skate
Winter warmers that won’t break the bank - Casseroles, Stews and Hotpot
Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Celery, Potatoes, Chicory, Turnips, Swede, Radishes,
Jerusalem Artichokes, Chard, Spinach, Kale, Salad leaves, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Monkfish, Skate
Beef and Lamb mince for quick and easy dishes eg. Cottage Pie. Grilled Pork Chops
Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Purple
Sprouting Broccoli, Radishes, Spinach, Chard, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Monkfish, Skate. Fresh Water Trout and Salmon
New Season Spring Lamb
Asparagus, Broccoli, Salad Leaves, Radishes, Beet Leaves, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Monkfish, Skate, Dover Sole, Fresh Water Trout and Salmon
Succulent Beef Rib Eye, Fillet, Rump Steaks, Fried Lambs Kidney sautéed in Garlic Butter.
Broccoli, Early Carrots, Baby Beetroot, Salad Leaves, Spring Cabbage, Cucumbers,
Salad Onions, Leeks, Early Asparagus, Broad Beans, Courgettes, Early Rhubarb, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Mackerel, Plaice, Lemon Sole, Monkfish, Skate, Dover Sole,
Fresh Water Trout and Salmon
Summer specials using Lamb and Pork for Chops or Kebabs
Asparagus, Broccoli, Salad Leaves, Radishes, New Potatoes, Chard, Cucumber,
Spinach, Spring Cabbage, Salad Onions, Peas, Beans, Courgettes, Tomatoes,
Strawberries, Gooseberries, Rhubarb, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Queen Scallops, Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Mackerel, Herring, Plaice, Lemon Sole,
Dublin Bay Prawns, Turbot, Brill, Monkfish, Skate, Dover Sole, Fresh Water Trout and Salmon
Pork Kebabs, Pork Leg Roasted and Tenderloin. Sirloin Steak, Rib Eye, Fillet, Rump,
Loin of Lamb

July
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
August
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
September
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
October
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
November
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
December
Fruit and Vegetables
Game
Seafood
Meat
Herbs and
Dairy Produce
Potatoes, Salad Leaves, Peas, Beans, Beetroot, Carrots, Courgettes, Cucumber, Globe
Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Salad Onions, Shallots, Summer Squashes, Chard, Spinach,
Tomatoes, Strawberries, Raspberries, Currants, Cherries, Rhubarb, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Queen Scallops, Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Mackerel, Herring, Plaice,
Lemon Sole, Dublin Bay Prawns, Turbot, Brill, Monkfish, Skate. Fresh water Trout and Salmon
Classic BBQ’s with Steak, Burgers, Chops and Sausage
Potatoes, Salad Leaves, Peas, Beans, Carrots, Courgettes, Cucumber, Shallots, Chard,
Spinach, Broccoli, Summer Squash, Celery, Early Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Late Strawberries,
Raspberries, Currants, Cherries, Rhubarb, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Queen Scallops, Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Mackerel, Herring, Plaice,
Lemon Sole, Dublin Bay Prawns, Turbot, Brill, Monkfish, Skate, Fresh Water Trout and Salmon
Full flavour summer Lamb and the complete range of delicious Steaks
Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips, Turnip, Swedes, Late Beans, Beetroot, Cabbage, Cauliflower,
Celery, Chard, Courgettes, Marrow, Peas, Onions, Radishes, Shallots, Salad leaves,
Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, Apples, Pears, Blackberries, Currants, Cherries, Gooseberries,
Loganberries, Raspberries, Plums, Late Rhubarb, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit
Queen Scallops, Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Mackerel, Herring, Monkfish, Skate, Squid,
Fresh Trout and Salmon
Leg and Shoulder of Lamb, Minced Steak Bolognaise and Home Made Lasagne
Last Tomatoes, Potatoes, Celeriac, Carrots, Beans, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage,
Cauliflower, Chard, Celery, Spinach, Globe Artichoke, Courgettes, Marrows, Pumpkins,
Autumn Squashes, Onions, Peas, Radishes, Shallots, Garlic, Sweet Corn, Turnip, Apples,
Pears, Plums, Grapes, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit, Duck, Partridge
Queen Scallops, Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Mackerel, Herring, Monkfish,
Skate, Squid
Shoulder of Pork with Crisp Crackling. Braised Steak with Red Wine Glaze.
Beetroot, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Turnip, Chard, Spinach, Salad Leaves, Carrots,
Chicory, Jerusalem Artichokes, Marrow, Leeks, Garlic, Swedes, Parsnips, Radishes, Kale,
Winter Radishes, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit, Partridge, Hare, Duck, Pheasant
King Scallops, Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Monkfish, Skate, Squid
Quick and easy Grilled Pork or Lamb Chops, Sausage and Mash or Toad in the Hole
Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Potatoes, Chicory, Turnips, Swede, Radishes, Chard, Spinach,
Kale, Salad Leaves, Carrots, Leeks, Onions, Jerusalem Artichokes, Marrows, Parsnips,
Spring Broccoli, Winter Radishes, Mushrooms
Pigeon, Quail, Rabbit, Hare, Partridge, Pheasant, Duck
Lobster, Crab, Whelks, Pollack, Monkfish, Skate
Christmas Roasts - Fore Rib, Top and Silver Side, Legs of Lamb, Pork or a festive Loaghtan
A wide range of organic herbs are available in the Isle of Man from March to November.
Isle of Man Creamery for milk, cheese, butter and cream.
Look out for specialities all year round.