Onchan District Commissioners owns and manages a diverse range of commercial, community and operational properties across the district. These buildings support local businesses, community activities and essential public services. The summary below provides an overview of each property and its current use.
Hawthorn Villa - Onchan District Commissioners' Head Office
The Authority's headquarters is a converted residential property that has been extended and adapted over time to accommodate office accommodation for up to 18 staff. The building provides level access, accessible toilet facilities and lift access to the first floor.
Hawthorn Villa - Garage/Former Stores Building
This property was constructed in 2000 as an extension to Hawthorn Villa and comprises a steel-framed building with rendered blockwork walls and a tiled roof within a secure fenced compound. Originally used for staff vehicles and storage, the building was later repurposed and has operated as a gym under a commercial lease since 2017.
Former Workshop Building
Originally developed as workshop accommodation for the Authority's direct labour workforce, this property is now leased to a local playgroup, which has undertaken extensive internal refurbishment to support its operations.
75 Main Road
Originally used as a doctor's surgery, 75 Main Road has been extended over time to provide its current office accommodation. Minor improvement works were carried out when the building was converted to its present use.
Willow House, Main Road
Willow House comprises three units constructed of rendered cavity blockwork beneath a tiled roof. The ground floor is occupied by the public library, while the first floor provides two separate office units.
Beech House, Main Road
Beech House comprises five commercial units arranged over two floors and is constructed of cavity brickwork beneath a tiled roof. The ground floor accommodates two retail units, while the first floor provides three units, including a fitness gym.
Elm Tree House, Main Road
Elm Tree House is a purpose-built commercial property comprising four units. The ground floor accommodates two retail units, while the upper floors have recently been converted from a single two-storey office into two separate self-contained units.
25 Main Road
25 Main Road occupies a sloping site and provides a range of community facilities. The lower level, accessed from Main Road, contains public toilet facilities and a storage area, while the upper level accommodates the Legion Hall, which is accessed from the car park to the rear of the Manx Arms public house. A public access defibrillator is also located at the site.
The Hub, School Road
The Hub is a purpose-built youth and community centre constructed of brick beneath a tiled roof. The split-level building includes a sports hall and a range of community rooms, providing flexible accommodation for community activities and events.
Molly Carrooins Cottage, Church Road
Molly Carrooins Cottage is a traditional Manx stone cottage located on Church Road within a conservation area. The building is an important reminder of the Island's heritage and historic built environment.
Pennington Hall, Marion Road
Pennington Hall is a purpose-built facility that supports the operations of the Authority's Parks Department.
Onchan Park, Restaurant, Cafe and Dance Studio
The Restaurant, Café and Dance Studio complex at Onchan Park has developed over a number of years to provide a range of leisure and community facilities. The site includes a café and restaurant, amusement area, public toilets and a dedicated dance studio.
Onchan Park, Stadium
The Stadium complex at Onchan Park provides outdoor sports and recreational facilities, including a football pitch, athletics track and spectator stands.
Onchan Park
Onchan Park contains a range of facilities and supporting buildings that serve the park's recreational and sporting activities. These include bowling green clubhouses, operational support buildings, visitor facilities and storage areas.
Public Toilets - Port Jack
The Public Toilets at Port Jack were rebuilt in their current form in 1995 and provide male, female and accessible toilet facilities for visitors to the area.
Millennium Shelter - Port Jack
The Millennium Shelter on Royal Avenue was built to commemorate the Millennium and replaced the former bus shelter located at the entrance to Port Jack Glen.
Shop - Ballachrink Drive
The Shop at Ballachrink Drive was purpose-built as part of the surrounding housing development and continues to provide commercial premises within the local community. The property comprises a main retail area with ancillary storage accommodation to the rear.
Refuse Garage - Snugborough
The Refuse Garage at Snugborough is a purpose-built operational facility that supports the Authority's waste collection service, providing accommodation for vehicles, equipment and staff. The building has been expanded over time to include a mezzanine level with staff welfare and drying room facilities.
Commercial Garages
The Authority owns a selection of garages on various estates built for the use of the general public, these garages are leased out for domestic use.