Turn up for Turnips 2026
Get ready for Hop tu Naa fun this half term at Cregneash Folk Village.
Come along to carve your own traditional turnip lantern, take part in seasonal crafts, and start your Hop tu Naa celebrations early in a living historic village setting.
This hands-on experience brings together family activities, Manx traditions, and an outdoor autumn atmosphere.
Activities include
- Carve your own turnip (moot) lantern
- Autumn-themed crafts and colouring in the marquee
- Fancy dress welcome for children and adults
- Turnips available for £3 each
- Free drilling service available daily from 10am to 3pm
- Staff on hand to support carving and safe tool use
Useful information
- No need to book, just turn up and take part
- Suitable for families and children (adult supervision required at all times)
- Expect outdoor activity across uneven ground, so please wear suitable footwear
- Activities run while supplies last each day
- Some busy periods may involve short waits for turnip drilling or carving stations
- All materials for crafts are provided where required
- Fancy dress is encouraged but should be practical for outdoor conditions
- Standard admission charges apply for entry to Cregneash
- Optional donation to Manx National Heritage welcome – to find out more about where your donations help, please click here
For enquiries, contact Manx Museum Gallery Shop on +44 (0)1624 648033 or email shop@mnh.im
For Cregneash’s Access Guide please click HERE
Your purchase helps to look after our historic sites, countryside and treasures. Thank you for your support. Isle of Man Registered Charity no. 603