Sandy beach
At the bay's heart.
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Port Erin Bay is a sandy bay in the south-west of the Isle of Man, overlooked by the seaside village of Port Erin, about 19 km in a straight line south-west of the capital, Douglas. The village's name means «Irish port», and it was once a popular seaside resort. The sandy beach sits at the heart of the bay between rocky Bradda Head to the north and the breakwater to the south, with hotels and old houses from the resort era lining the heights above. The water inside the bay is calmer than the open coast, so people come to swim and sail. The village is the end of the line for the old steam railway from Douglas, one of the island's best-loved heritage rides, running in season. Walking paths lead from here to Bradda Head and south to Cregneash and the Calf Sound viewpoint. The beach is public and free. The weather is changeable, so bring a jacket even in summer; you can arrive by steam train in season or by bus from Douglas.
At the bay's heart.
A walking route.
From Douglas.
Port Erin, Isle of Man
By steam train in season or by bus.
Yes, the bay's water is calmer.
