Douglas Civic Sunday Parade date announced

Friday, 31 May 2019 06:04

By Rob Pritchard @rpritchard9

The date for the annual Douglas Civic Sunday Parade has been announced.

Douglas Borough Council says it will take place on Sunday, June 9, with the parade to form at Douglas Town Hall on Ridgeway Street before setting off at 10.15am.

It will be led by the Douglas Town Band via Prospect Hill, Athol Street and Upper Church Street to St George's Church with the service there to start at 10.30am.

Mayor Jon Joughin says anyone in the event should assemble for the parade at 9.50am, or if not can head straight to the church service for 10.20am.

More from Isle of Man News

MHK to query car tax changes in Tynwald

An MHK will ask about people who've ignored government moves to put car tax online in Tynwald this month.
Police issue pre-TT warning over licences and insurance

Make sure you have the right licence and insurance for your bike before turning up for TT!
Minor Injuries Unit reopens next week

Manx Care says Ramsey Cottage Hospital's Minor Injuries Unit will reopen next week.
DOI considering more restrictions for young drivers

New drivers could soon face more restrictions - but not until after the election.
Cav to start legendary Le Mans 24 hour race

Manx Cycling legend Mark Cavendish will officially start this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Can you help catch fly-tippers?

Patrick Commissioners are appealing for help catching fly-tippers who struck at a beauty spot.
Pub hits out after vandals attack inclusivity signs

A Douglas pub has hit out after vandals attacked signs in its toilets about inclusion and mental health.
Play equipment closed after park vandalism

Onchan Commissioners say vandalism means play equipment in a park in Birch Hill is unavailable.