As part of the Year of the Manx Language, the Mannin Aboo (Hurray for the Isle of Man!) Passport is now available, and you can pick one up for free at Onchan Library from today.
Collect your passport, visit participating shops, cafés, heritage sites and events, and use a simple Manx word or greeting to earn a stamp. Fill your passport over the summer and early autumn, send it back to Culture Vannin, and you will be entered into a fantastic prize draw after the autumn half term.
Prizes include:
• IOM Steam Packet voucher.
• Family heritage experience tickets.
• Manx word jewellery from Element Isle; and
• Free cakes, coffees, and treats from local businesses.
It is a fun way to try out Manx phrases like Moghrey mie (good morning) or Gura mie ayd (thank you) in real settings... no fluency needed, just have a go!
Pick up your passport at Onchan Library. Scan the QR code inside for the full list of participating destinations
Let’s celebrate our Island’s unique language together — Mannin Aboo!✨