Senior Citizens : Morton Hall

Home to the Castletown & District Over 60’s Club which was formed in 1960 and its premises, are situated off Victoria Road (the junction opposite the station), built in 1969 with public donations and by voluntary workers and was officially opened in July 1970.  The Club premise are called Morton Hall, a large single storey building consisting of a large main hall (capable of seating up to 300) with a platform stage; modern kitchen with serving hatch into main hall area, two large commercial gas cookers, commercial warming cupboard, hot water facilities and adjoining food preparation area; shop area with serving hatch into main hall; small lounge (ideal for small gatherings); toilet facilities. The whole building has oil-fired central heating, thermostatically controlled and there is plenty of land for car parking. There is access for the disabled to the building

Castletown Bowing Club & Green

The present club was started in 1950 and some of the original founders are members to this day; it was originally an all men’s club but in 1975 a ladies section was brought into being, with the assistance of the male members at this time. Then in 1992 a proposal was put forward to unite the two sections and since that date we have run a very successful joint Club with all members pulling together to make it so.  There are three men’s teams playing in the open age evening league and an over 60s team playing in the over 60s afternoon league. Our ladies team plays in the open age women’s league. Throughout the summer months we have a programme of club competitions which are open to all club members. Junior members are encouraged to play at the club and 2004 saw an influx of a number of youngsters joining the club and displaying admirable enthusiasm! 

Balley Cashtal Beg : Fairy Doors

Manx Gaelic for Little Castletown, this is a town within a town with over 70 fairy doors to find.  Explore the Ancient Capital of Mann and see if you can find where the Little People live as you search for the bright and colourful fairy doors, which form a permanent trail around town. You will find doors for Bowling Green Pixies, Carnival Fairies, the Seafarers and many more! Collect your map leaflets, free of charge, from the Town Hall, Castletown Station, Bowling Green Café, Craftworks Studio, or many other local businesses and begin your adventure!  Wherever there’s a star on the map, you’ll find a fairy door hidden away, somewhere roundabout and due to their size, be sure to hunt around for them. If you’re quick, you might even spot the little folk who live there! Some doors are very well hidden indeed!  Find them on  Facebook to keep up to date with the antics of the little folk, find out who's new in town, and for details of special events.  You can discover at least three of these doors in and around the station and we are delighted to be part of this attraction.

Castletown Football Club & Stadium

Located on Malew Road about 250 yards beyond the station junction, the club was officially registered with the Isle of Man Football Association in 1904 and is steeped in History and Tradition.  One of the most successful footballing sides on the Island they play in the First Division. The record attendance for the current ground is well over 2,500 for the inaugural game played against Liverpool Collegiate in 1950.  Alongside the senior team, combination (reserves), 14-16 year old youth team and other junior sides together with a newly formed but very talented Ladies team also participate in regular league competition. If you are new to the town and looking for regular competitive sport, training schedules for the coming league season are published on their website. Children from five up are catered for in the clubs regular sessions and everyone is welcome. There is plentiful parking both inside and adjacent, and a canteen is available for light refreshments on match days.  A comfortable club bar is located inside the main stand offering a selection of local beers.

Castletown Metropolitan Silver Band

The band has been in existence since 1896, and in fact actually existed prior to this under a different name. There is much historical information available, which can be obtained from the Secretary. Two amusing booklets, outlining the early days of the band, have been produced by the late Dennis Spooner and can also be obtained from the Secretary at £6.00 per set, inclusive of postage. The bandroom is in Queen Street and rehearsals are held on Tuesday nights at 7.30pm. New members are always welcome. In the first instance an approach should be made to the Secretary or M.D.. Instruments are available for new members.

Castletown Ale Drinkers Society

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Group dedicated to raising money for charity and enjoying themselves at the same time; meetings take place on the first Thursday of each month in the Union Hotel.  Further details can be obtained from Wendy Carter c/o The Union Hotel, Arbory Street, Castletown.  Each year they host the World Tin Bath Championship in the Middle Harbour, Castletown. The event has been run for many years and all the money raised from this event goes to local charities. Photos of the 2008 Championship are online.  Money raised has benefited a number of charities including Air Ambulance, and other local charities.