Call for stalls on fair field for national day

Tynwald Day traditionally falls on 5 July but is being held on 7 July in 2025

Traders, charities, and caterers have been encouraged to be part of the celebrations to mark the Isle of Man's national day.

Applications have been opened for pitches on the fair field at St John's to coincide with the annual open air sitting of the parliament.

There are 138 free plots available on Tynwald Day, which will this year be celebrated on 7 July.

Thousands of people visit St John's throughout the afternoon each year.

A government spokesman said the stalls "add to the occasion" by providing entertainment, games and items for sale.

Applications which planned to sell a wide variety of items or provide games or entertainment would be given priority over those who only displayed information or handed out leaflets, he said.

There are 138 plots for stalls to set up for the day

Stallholders must also supply or use recyclable items including containers, cups, and glasses, in line with "government's aim to reduce single use plastics", he added.

While traditionally Tynwald Day falls on 5 July each year, as it falls at the weekend in 2025, the celebrations at St John's are being marked on 7 July instead.

Online applications for the 10ft (3m) by 10ft (3m) plots must be submitted by 30 April for approval by the Department of Infrastructure.