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Ramsey.

A long sweep of sand, a promenade and easy options for a walk around Mooragh Park.

Fishing boats in Ramsey harbour in front of the quayside buildings, with wooded hills and the Albert Tower behind.
Photo: Sunshineramsey71, CC BY-SA 4.0

At a glance

High and low water round the Isle of Man on Wednesday 14 October. Isle of Man time; heights in metres above chart datum.
PortHigh waterLow water
Ramsey 7.2 m 7.1 m 1.5 m 1.6 m

Wednesday 14 October, Isle of Man time; heights in metres above chart datum. Choose a port for its next seven days, or see Liverpool.

Bathing water
North Ramsey Excellent · South Ramsey Good. North Ramsey official profile ↗ · South Ramsey official profile ↗
Buses
Routes 3, 3A, 3B, N3, X3, 5, 5A, 5C, 5J, 6C and 10 more. Plan a journey →

Getting there & access

Town parking includes Station Road, Albert Road, College Street and the Queen’s Pier area. Check the council or Outdoors Ramsey for beach-wheelchair availability.

Facilities

Shops and cafés in town and around the waterfront. Use the local authority directory to check toilet opening and accessible facilities.

Toilet & council directories →

A walk beside the sea

The official nature-reserve beach walk offers short and longer options combining the beach with the Mooragh area. Sand and shingle are not suitable for every mobility aid.

Official walking route ↗

Swimming & water awareness

Ramsey has a working harbour and the Sulby river mouth. Stay clear of harbour entrances, pier structures and boat movements. Check dog restrictions on signs; they differ across the beach.

Bathing water: North Ramsey Excellent · South Ramsey Good. Samples describe past conditions, not today’s.

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Sea-safety advice →

This is a place guide, not an assessment of today’s safety or lifeguard cover. Read local signs, check the forecast and tide, and seek local advice before swimming, snorkelling or heading onto coastal paths.

Sources checked 11 October 2026: official beach information ↗. Explore snorkelling & coastal tours →