The Gooseneck, at about 26 miles, is a climbing right-hand corner and one of the most popular spectator vantage points on the whole course, since fans can stand very close to the racing line. It has also seen tragedy: fatal accidents occurred here in both 1955 and 1994, coming into and out of the corner. Road widening between the Gooseneck and the 26th Milestone was carried out ahead of the 1939 TT.
The site of the burial ground associated with the early medieval chapel or keeill known as Gordon Keeill. The chapel site itself has been ploughed over but Kermode was informed that the site was near the farm buildings by the stream below the road. Vicar Holmes records 'in the burial ground adjoining are to be seen a few graves'.
The site of an early medieval chapel or keeill known as Gordon Keeill. The chapel site itself has been ploughed over but Kermode was informed that the site was near the farm buildings by the stream below the road. Vicar Holmes records 'in the burial ground adjoining are to be seen a few graves'.
Administrative letter from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl reporting on Isle of Man governance matters including clergy appointments, brass coinage, naturalization papers, harbour plans, and financial arrangements. Reflects the Duke's direct administrative authority over the island prior to the 1765 Revestment.
Report from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl concerning ecclesiastical revenue recovery (£2658:93.75 for the clergy), audit transmission, and a legal dispute over the herring fishing trade to the West Indies. Cochrane seeks confirmation that the Isle of Man may export herrings to His Majesty's Plantations despite an obscure Restoration-era Parliamentary act.
The Government Buildings in Douglas is generally triangular building in plan. It is of masonry construction, cement rendered, four storeyed and flat roofed. The 'apex' of the triangle formed by the intersection of Prospect Hill and Finch Road is designed as a semi-circular 'wing' to an otherwise rectangular articulated facade. The ground floor dominates the elevations and includes a full colonnade around the semi-circular apex. A varied neo-classical detailing is used in complimenting the doric columns and frieze of the collonade except at the attic windows of the fourth floor above the upper cornice. The general character of the building is somewhat 'overworked' tending to the impression that a number of complimentary buildings have been compressed into a single grouping because the site is very limited. No interior inspection has been carried out. The building appears in good repair. The Government Buildings obviously have 'civic' significance and are prominently located. Their character is in keeping with the unfolding vista which develops as one ascends Prospect Hill.
Government House, set in around 12 hectares of lawn, garden and woodland on Governor's Road, is the official residence and workplace of the Lieutenant Governor of the Isle of Man. It originated as Bemahague Farm, built between about 1820 and 1830, and its name blends Norse and Gaelic elements that may point to a settlement predating the Norse arrival on the Island in the ninth century. It became the Lieutenant Governor's official residence in 1863, was purchased by the Manx Government and extended in 1904, and has been owned by Tynwald since 1903; it was added to the Protected Buildings Register on 2 May 2018.
An order from the Governor and Council of the Isle of Man declining to interfere with the House of Keys' proceedings without the explicit approval of the Lord of the Isle (the Duke of Atholl). Dated 28 January 1765, this document reflects the constitutional tensions and procedural protocols during the period preceding the 1765 Revestment, showing deference to the Duke's authority and the limitations placed on the Governor's independent action.
An official order from the Governor and Council of the Isle of Man (28 January 1765) responding to Speaker George Moore's request to convene the House of Keys during a period of constitutional uncertainty. The order defers to the Lord of the Isle (Duke of Atholl) before permitting Keys proceedings, reflecting the pre-Revestment constitutional hierarchy and the Governor's subordination to the Duke's authority.
Report from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl regarding Island trade, merchant sentiment, remittance procedures, administrative appointments, and proposed reforms to customs and revenue collection. Discusses the merchants' relief that the Island was not sold, trade recovery, coin design (ducal bust vs. crest), and staffing of revenue offices to prevent confusion in water bailiff and customs duties.
Report from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl detailing financial remittances to Liverpool, arrival of merchant ships carrying rum, a legal dispute between native Manx and foreign merchants regarding debt priority, and recommendations for naturalizing foreign merchants to encourage trade. The letter illustrates the commercial importance of foreign traders and tensions between native and settler merchant communities in mid-18th century Isle of Man.
Letter from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl reporting on negotiations for the sale of tithes, the management of parish lands, and administrative disputes. Discusses resistance from Lord Derby to reasonable annuity terms, Cochrane's strategy for gradual parish sales, and a court incident with an attorney Stevenson. Reflects pre-Revestment governance challenges and revenue management under ducal sovereignty.
Letter from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl reporting on money collection for the Duke, clergy accounts, revenue abstracts, and addressing concerns about Roman Catholic naturalization on the Isle of Man. Cochrane defends the naturalization policy as being in the Duke's interest and discusses friction with the Moore family trading interests.
Three letters from Governor Cochrane (and Major Cochrane) to the Duke of Atholl, dated September–November 1758, addressing administrative matters on the Isle of Man, delegation of duties to Deemster Taubman and the Receiver General, correspondence with Mr Hamersley concerning law-related matters, and personal health updates. Demonstrates governance structure and correspondence between the Atholl-appointed governor and his patron.
Letter from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl reporting on island affairs including the calendar style change (Old Style to New Style dating), property exchanges, tree removal, revenue receipts, and weather damage. Contains references to the ongoing dispute with the Earl of Derby and confirmation of Atholl's lordship claim in 1751.
Letter from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl reporting on administrative matters including the change of dating style (Old Style to New Style calendar), the legal dispute with the Earl of Derby, property exchange negotiations with George Moor, maintenance decisions regarding trees at the Governor's house in Castletown, and financial/weather reports. Provides insights into local governance, property management, and the Duke's consolidating control over the island.
Three letters from Governor Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl (September–November 1758) discussing Cochrane's absence from the Isle of Man, appointments of Deemster Taubman and the Receiver General as deputies, family business requiring his attention, and correspondence with Mr Hamersley regarding administrative matters. Provides insight into the governance structure and administrative correspondence during the Atholl period.
Personal and administrative letter from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl dated October 1763, discussing Deemster Taubman's succession following his uncle's death, eligibility criteria for judicial appointments (particularly the rule excluding merchants), and governance procedures regarding Lord's Council consultation. Also includes personal matters regarding a dog and a carriage.
Letter from Governor Basil Cochrane to the Duke of Atholl dated 26 October 1763, written from Edinburgh. The letter discusses personal matters (a gift dog and chase/carriage), but more significantly addresses the appointment of young Taubman as Deemster following his uncle's death. Cochrane raises constitutional objections to Taubman's appointment, citing Governor Murray's standing rule that merchants should not serve as Deemsters or in the Lord's Council, and questions whether the Governor consulted the Lords Council on the appointment.
Letter from former Governor Cochrane (Edinburgh, 2 July 1762) to John Taubman regarding the succession to the office of Deemster following Taubman's predecessor. Cochrane declines to use his influence with the Lord of Mann, asserting that the current Governor is the proper channel for such matters. Reveals constitutional practice and governance hierarchy on the Isle of Man in the pre-Revestment period.
A letter from Governor Cochrane (former Governor of the Isle of Man) to John Taubman, declining to advocate for Taubman's appointment as Deemster following Deemster Taubman's retirement. Cochrane asserts that only the current Governor should advise the Lord (the Duke of Atholl) on Manx affairs. The letter reflects constitutional principles of governance hierarchy and the separation of authority in 1760s Manx administration.
