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.

Letter to Santa 2024
Dec
7

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.

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Summer of Fun Club
Jul
22
to 16 Aug

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.

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Cycle Challenge
Jun
29
to 6 Jul

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.

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2024 Rounders sponsored by PwC Isle of Man
Jun
20

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.

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2024 Race the Sun sponsored by Atla Group
May
18

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.

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Fun on the Farm
Apr
3
to 10 Apr

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.

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Pottery ‘N’ Pancakes
Feb
22

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.

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Fun on the Farm
Feb
21

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.

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Maker Space - Creative Subscription
Feb
3
to 24 Feb

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?

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Baubles & Bubbles
Dec
9

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.

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Letter to Santa - SOLD OUT
Dec
2

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.

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GraniteMann sponsored by Atla Group
Sept
10

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.

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Race the Sun sponsored by Atla Group
May
20

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.

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Mini beast morning
Apr
20

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!

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Fun on the Farm
Apr
12
to 19 Apr

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.

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Art Journaling
Apr
1

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.

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Pots and Pancakes
Feb
21

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.

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Letter to Santa
Dec
3

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.

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TCS London Marathon
Oct
2
to 3 Oct

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.

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