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Firework Display - 2nd November 2024

Friday 11 October

Ramsey Town Commissioners invite you to the 2024 Firework Spectacular in the Mooragh Park. This years display will take place on Saturday 2nd November 2024 at 7.30pm. Entertainment at the Lakeside Centre from 6pm.  

Political Surgery - September 2024

Tuesday 17 September

Ramsey Town Commissioners are holding a political surgery in the Board Room of Ramsey Town Hall on Saturday 21st September 2024 between 10am and 12pm. This is an opportunity to meet with and discuss matters with members of Ramsey Town Commissioners  

Ramsey Rocks returns!

Wednesday 21 August

Ramsey Rocks returns! Come join us on West Quay, Ramsey, for a fantastic line-up of musical entertainment and rides for the children. This year's schedule: 15:30pm: The Southern Belles17:00pm: Dusty Plankton18:30pm: A Stones Throw20:30pm: C U Next Friday A Ramsey Town Commissioners event in association with The Mitre Hotel, The Trafalgar Hotel, and Mezeron.  

August Meeting of Ramsey Town Commissioners Postponed

Wednesday 21 August

The meeting of Ramsey Town Commissioners scheduled for 7pm this evening Wednesday 21st August has been postponed. This has been necessary due to there being a number of absences which meant that the meeting would not be quorate. The rescheduled meeting will take place on Tuesday 3rd September 2024  

Ramsey Town Commissioners Seek Expressions of Interest from Artists for New Mural Project

Tuesday 02 July

Ramsey, Isle of Man – 2nd July 2024 – Ramsey Town Commissioners are excited to announce the approval of a new mural project inspired by the iconic artwork "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Katsushika Hokusai. This mural will celebrate and incorporate local landmarks such as the Queen's Pier, the Albert Tower, and Sky Hill, creating a unique blend of international artistic inspiration and local heritage.

Chief Executive and Town Clerk Vacancy

Thursday 20 June

We are looking to recruit a Chief Executive and Town Clerk.

Sprintfest 2024 Survey

Sunday 16 June

We would like to hear what you thought about Sprintfest 2024 so that we take your views into account when planning future events. If you attended the event we would welcome your feedback via this link - https://forms.gle/cqagFh6eauDfwSxB7 If you own or operate a business we would welcome your feedback via this link - https://forms.gle/oFH45aCTnkko2ZbWA Please can you submit a response by 5pm on Thursday 4th July 2024.

Ramsey Town Commissioners Political Surgery - June 2024

Monday 10 June

Ramsey Town Commissioners are holding a political surgery in the Board Room of Ramsey Town Hall on Saturday 15th June 2024 between 10am and 12pm. This is an opportunity to meet with and discuss matters with members of Ramsey Town Commissioners  

Ramsey Rocks - Road Closure Consultation 2024

Tuesday 28 May

Ramsey Rocks will be taking place on Sunday 25th August 2024.

Sprintfest 2024

Friday 17 May

Ramsey Town Commissioners are thrilled to announce the return of the annual Sprintfest, poised to dazzle from May 31 to June 3, 2024, during the celebrated Isle of Man TT races. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Ramsey at Market Place, this year's festival will spotlight four nights of exceptional musical performances by a medley of local favourites and thrilling new acts.

Robert Cowell elected as Chairman of Ramsey Town Commissioners

Wednesday 01 May

At the Annual General Meeting of Ramsey Town Commissioners held on 1st May 2024 Robert Cowell was elected to serve as Chairman for the Municipal Year 2024-25. Mr Ffinlo Williams was elected to serve as Deputy Chairman. A full list of other appointments will be posted on www.ramsey.gov.im. Photo shows Chairman Robert Cowell (right) with Deputy Chairman Ffinlo Williams (left).

BMX Track - Expressions of Interest

Wednesday 01 May

Ramsey Town Commissioners are seeking initial expressions of interest from groups, organisations or individuals who would be interested in operating and maintaining the BMX Track within the Mooragh Park.

Part Time Librarian

Thursday 25 April

We have a vacancy for a Part Time Librarian - details can be obtained from this link.

Annual General Meeting 2024

Thursday 25 April

The Annual General Meeting of Ramsey Town Commissioners takes place at 7pm on Wednesday 1st May 2024.

Closure of Looneys

Wednesday 24 April

The announcement this morning that Looneys of Ramsey is to close has come as a shock. This is a well-established, well loved and extremely long lived business in the Town. The Chairman of Ramsey Town Commissioners Alby Oldham commented: “Looneys has been operating for the last 85 years and it is an iconic business, I am shocked and disappointed to hear the announcement this morning that they are to close. I am sure that the decision to close has been a very difficult and heart wrenching o...

Delay to the opening of Mooragh Park Camper Van area

Tuesday 26 March

In preparation for the summer camping season officers of the Commission have undertaken an inspection of the Mooragh Park Camper Van area. The last few months have been very wet and unfortunately the ground hasn’t dried out sufficiently to support the weight of vehicles manoeuvring on it and we are at risk of getting campers stuck and churning up the area. Therefore, we regret to inform campers that we are going to have to postpone the opening of the campsite area for a couple of w...

Section 25 Petition - Purchase of Refuse Collection Vehicle

Tuesday 26 March

Ramsey Town Commissioners are petitioning the Department of Infrastructure seeking consent under Section 25 of the Local Government Act 1985 to:

Three Job Vacancies

Friday 15 March

We currently have the following vacancies:

Ramsey South Ward By-Election Result

Friday 08 March

The Notice of Result for the By-Election to Ramsey Town Commissioners South Ward held on 7th March 2024 is published below.

Weekend Closure of Re-Use area of Northern Civic Amenity Site

Tuesday 05 March

Due to operational procedures we are having to close the re-use on Saturdays and Sundays until further notice. We will not be able to take any re-use items while this area.

South Ward By-Election - Proxy Vote

Tuesday 05 March

The South Ward By-Election takes place on Thursday 07th March 2024