The Isle of Man Vicar Podcast

Recorded live during Storm Amy, this is a real-time walk through Castletown on the Isle of Man. Expect wind, waves, laughter, and plenty of conversation – joined by my son Jacob as we brave the weather together. A glimpse of island life in the storm, with the usual mix of reflection and chat.

A walk-through of St German’s Cathedral in Peel – the spiritual heart of the Isle of Man. I explore the cathedral, its history and surroundings, and reflect on faith, community, and beauty found in sacred places. Recorded originally for YouTube, this is a gentle, reflective visit to one of the island’s most inspiring landmarks.

In this episode I take you on a walking tour of  Douglas , the capital of the Isle of Man. Starting at the harbour, we head along the  Promenade  and through the  sunken gardens  before turning onto  Strand Street , the main high street. There’s often a perception that the Isle of Man doesn’t have many shops — but as you’ll hear, Douglas is home to plenty of familiar high street names as well as l...

Join me on a walk through  Dhoon Glen , one of the Isle of Man’s most dramatic landscapes. Starting at the Manx Electric Railway halt, I take the steep route marked for “more experienced walkers.” Along the way I clamber past fallen trees, cross wooden bridges, and discover the ruins of old stone buildings hidden in the forest. The path eventually leads me to the spectacular  Inneen Vooar waterfal...

Welcome to Episode 1 of  The Isle of Man Vicar Podcast . In this first episode I walk into South Barrule Plantation on the Isle of Man to see the impact of recent storms and the forestry harvesting that followed. From the road it may look like devastation, but as a plantation, much of this woodland was due for felling and renewal. With much of the site still cordoned off, this is a shorter, reflec...

Welcome to The Isle of Man Vicar Podcast. I’m Reverend Simon Archer, sharing walking journeys across the Isle of Man — with reflections on faith, community, and the joy of being outdoors. Think of it as joining me for a gentle walk, wherever you are in the world. New episodes arriving very soon.