Events
We have a number of events you can get involved with each year. From challenge events to workshops and community events. All funds raised from these events support our work with children, young people and families on the Isle of Man.
Needle felted Christmas decorations - Workshop
Make you own Needle felted Christmas decorations. This fun workshop, you will be guided through the process of needle felting with our resident crafting expert Annie Eastham.
Rustic Wreaths - Workshop
SOLD OUT
Get into the festive spirit and lose yourself in creativity at The Children’s Centre farm and make your very own beautifully rustic Christmas wreath to adorn your home.
Letter to Santa 2024
We’re thrilled to have our magical Letter to Santa event back again on Saturday, 7th December! It’s a day full of festive fun, where children can write their heartfelt letters to Santa and experience the joy of posting them in our enchanting Hobbit House, guided by our farm elves.
Half Term Fun Club
After the incredible success of our Summer of Fun Club, we’re back for an action-packed Half Term Fun Club.
Needle felted Gonks - Workshop
Make you own Needle felted Gonk. This fun workshop, you will be guided through the fabulous process of needle felting with our resident crafting expert Annie Eastham.
Wellbeing on the Water
Immerse Yourself in Tranquillity. Join us for Wellbeing on the Water, a unique and exclusive event set against the serene backdrop of Cringle Reservoir.
Zurich Fun on the Farm
We are excited to announce that Zurich will be hosting a Fun on the Farm at The Children's Centre to raise funds and awareness for our cause.
Annual Charity Golf Day
ONLY 2 SPACES AVAILABLE
The Children’s Centre Annual Golf Day, sponsored by Investec Bank
Summer of Fun Club
Would you like your kids to have a summer to remember? The team at TCC have worked hard on putting together a fun 4 week programme so while you are hard at work your children can be out adventuring and having fun.
Cycle Challenge
Our 2024 Cycling Challenge will be Montpellier to Nice via the Southern Alps and taking in Stages 18 & 19 of this year’s Tour de France.
2024 Rounders sponsored by PwC Isle of Man
SOLD OUT
Our annual rounder’s tournament is back! This event is incredibly popular each year and is a fantastic evening of rivalry, teamwork and fun. Entries are for teams of 10. Games are held with big competition to make it to the final and be crowned our champions.
2024 Race the Sun sponsored by Atla Group
Race the Sun is a relay race like no other.
The task is simple - starting in Peel, at sunrise (05:09), your team must complete a lap of the dramatic 100 mile island coastal footpath before the sun sets (21:22).
The course follows the 'Raad ny Foillan' our stunning coastal footpath circumventing our island with beautiful scenery, a range of terrains significant height gain.
Easter plate painting workshop
Come and enjoy the relaxing and restoring space at Wallberry Farm and paint a plate.
Fun on the Farm
The Children’s Centre invite you to explore our amazing farm. We’re tucked away just outside of Douglas on the Old Castletown Road. Our farm is home to animals, three polytunnels, a herb and vegetable garden, an orchard, bee hives and a wild space.
Picnic ‘N’ Plates - painting workshop
We are looking forward to welcoming you and your children to join us at The Children’s Centre this Easter for our Picnic ‘N’ Plates painting workshop event to raise funds for our charity.
Board Games Social
The board games evening will be buzzing with excitement as participants gather to engage in an evening of strategic fun and friendly competition.
Pottery ‘N’ Pancakes
Back by popular demand. We are looking forward to welcoming you and your children to join us at The Children’s Centre for our annual event to celebrate Pancake Day and raise funds for our charity.
Fun on the Farm
SOLD OUT
The Children’s Centre invite you to explore our amazing farm. We’re tucked away just outside of Douglas on the Old Castletown Road. Our farm is home to animals, three polytunnels, a herb and vegetable garden, an orchard, bee hives and a wild space.
Mug painting workshop
Will you be my love mug?
A personal gift for your loved one this Valentine, come and enjoy the relaxing and restoring space at Wallberry Farm and paint a mug for them.
Maker Space - Creative Subscription
Are you in the middle of a creative project you just can’t quite finish? Have you always fancied doing something but haven’t quite got the space at home to spread out? Do you enjoy working alongside other creative people as they get stuck into their work?
Baubles & Bubbles
Come and enjoy the relaxing and restoring space at Wallberry Farm with an afternoon of festive fun to paint two ceramic baubles. We will provide the baubles, paint and Christmas cheer, our team will be on hand to give as much or little guidance as you would like.
Letter to Santa - SOLD OUT
We are delighted to invite you to this years much loved Letter to Santa event.
Similar to previous years children will be able to write their letter and take a stroll out with our farm elves to the magical Hobbit House to post to Santa.
GraniteMann sponsored by Atla Group
The islands only off road triathlon. Located at Cringle, In the South of the island the swim takes place in the reservoir over a 400m course, followed by a 10k bike ride using the awesome trails around the plantation. The final element is a 5km scenic run using the tracks in the plantation. Due to popularity of last 3 years a duathlon is included in the event.
Rounders sponsored by PwC Isle of Man
Our annual must do for groups or corporate teams. This event is incredibly popular each year and is a fantastic evening of evening of rivalry, teamwork and fun.
Race the Sun sponsored by Atla Group
Race the Sun is a relay race like another.
The task is simple - starting in Peel, at sunrise (05:05), your team must complete a lap of the dramatic 100 mile island coastal footpath before the sun sets (21:25).
The course follows the 'Raad ny Foillan' our stunning coastal footpath circumventing our island with beautiful scenery, a range of terrains significant height gain.
Mini beast morning
Led by our amazingly talented practitioner Llinos , children will learn fascinating facts all about mini beasts and how to find them. They will be encouraged to get stuck in and hunt around. They will forage for materials to make there own bug hotel , take part in a quiz and create a bee friendly wildflower bomb!
Fun on the Farm
Please note this is a ticketed event only.
The Children’s Centre invite you to explore our amazing farm. We’re tucked away just outside of Douglas on the Old Castletown Road. Our farm is home to animals, three polytunnels, a herb and vegetable garden, an orchard, bee hives and a wild space.
A great day out suitable for all ages. Unfortunately we can not allow dogs on site at anytime.
The session is self-lead and runs from 10.00-14.00 on the 12th and 19th April.
Art Journaling
Come and enjoy the relaxing and restoring space at our site at Wallberry Farm with an afternoon of mindfulness and relaxation learning the art of journaling.
The Great Manx Run sponsored by Isle of Man Energy
The Children's Centre will be bringing this event to the island for the second year in 2023. Open to runners of all abilities wishing to take part.
Foraging & Fermenting with Pippa Lovell
Spend a glorious morning out foraging and learning about fermenting, with local foraging expert, Head Chef and Founder of Versa - Pippa Lovell.
Pots and Pancakes
New to The Children’s Centre for February half term we can’t wait for you and your children to join us at Wallberry Farm for our ‘Pots and Pancakes’ event.
Letter to Santa
We are delighted to invite you this years much loved Letter to Santa event.
Similar to previous years children will be able to write their letter and take a stroll out with our farm elves to the magical Hobbit House to post to Santa.
TCS London Marathon
The London Marathon had an extraordinary impact since beginning in 1981. It's one of the top five World Marathon Majors!
If you're lucky to take on the physical race, the atmosphere at the London Marathon is truly inspiring, with runners of all abilities and from all walks of life coming together. It's broadcast live on the BBC, and the on-course refreshments, live music and sea of 650,000 cheering supporters will all help you get to that finish line.