Lieutenant Governor Opens Bradda Glen Viewing Platform - Nov 2022

The concept and provision of this viewing platform is an initiative of the Club to mark the 50th anniversary of Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann being founded in 1973, with the construction works being undertaken during the summer of 2022.

The location of the platform is particularly apt as in 1973 the Club’s first community project was the creation of the Bradda Head Nature Trail which extended along the footpath route.

The Viewing Platform has transformed an underused area into a place that can be used all year round and opened up all weather access to the existing paths along Bradda Head.

Michael Gallagher,  President of Rotary Club of Rushen & Western Mann outlined the role of the platform when he said

“The viewing platform is intended to provide an area with greater ease of access and inclusivity to all including those using wheelchairs and families with pushchairs. It will enable a variety of use and allow both the local community and our visitors to enjoy the wonderful coastal views.”

This was echoed by His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor of the Isle of Man – Sir John Lorimer, who when cutting the ribbon and said

“Look at that, isn’t that a sight – that is the most wonderful sight – so you couldn't have chosen a better place”