The artist and designer, Archibald Knox, was anonymous and elusive, an intensely private man who did not seek to promote himself, but whose soul and creativity live on in his extraordinary art and designs. These walks will take us into the Manx countryside where you can experience for yourself the place that inspired Knox and deepen your understanding of the man himself. Walking is a sensory way to experience a place and a visceral way to appreciate Knox and his work. As we walk and talk about Knox’s life and legacy, there will be time to pause and take in the wonder of the light and the views, that are not that much different now, than as he experienced them.
The Cronk, Killane Mill and Bollyn Road
10am – 1pm, 21 February 2026
A level walk along the beach to Killane mill, and then on footpaths and quiet country roads, including the ancient Bollyn Road. There are distant views of the northern hills, Glen Dhoo, and the west and northern coastal plain.
- Start Point: Ballaugh Beach car park
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- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- Toilets: Public toilets in Ballaugh Village across from the Spar shop
- Walking Terrain: Beach, country roads and footpaths
- Distance: 6.85 miles
Image: Killane Mill, by Archibald Knox (MNH 1954-5630)
Prints of images by Archibald Knox are available to purchase here
If you would like more detailed information about the event, or to book a private group walk, please contact: Catriona Livingstone at catriona@manxwalks.im
Please note: Ticket sales are non refundable, more information available here
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