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{{Short description|Island off the coast of the Isle of Man}}
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| image_caption = The Calf Sound, taken from direction of [[Cregneash]]
| image_caption = The Calf of Man with [[Chicken Rock]]
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| location = [[Isle of Man]]
| location = [[Isle of Man]]
| highest_mount = Bushell's House on Or Vooar <ref>[https://manxnationalheritage.im/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Calf-of-Man-Map.pdf] {{dead link|date=October 2021}}</ref>
| highest_mount = Bushell's House on Or Vooar <ref>[https://manxnationalheritage.im/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Calf-of-Man-Map.pdf] {{dead link|date=October 2021}}</ref>
| elevation_m = {{cvt|415|ft|m|disp=number}}
| elevation_m = 128
| elevation_footnotes = <ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.enschrage.nl/lh/isleofman/calf_of_man.html | title=Calf of Man }}</ref> <ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.themountainguide.co.uk/isle-of-man/calf-of-man.htm | title=Calf of Man &#124; Isle of Man }}</ref>
| area_ha = 250
| area_ha = 250
| population = 3 (March to November)
| population = 2 (March to November)
| density_km2 = 1.2
| density_km2 = 1.2
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'''Calf of Man''' ({{lang-gv|Yn Cholloo}} {{IPA-gv|ə ˈxɑːlu|}})<ref>{{Cite book|last=Broderick|first=George|title=A Handbook of Late Spoken Manx|publisher=Max Niemeyer|year=1984|isbn=|volume=2: Dictionary|location=Tübingen|pages=518}}</ref> is a {{convert|618|acre|km2|adj=mid|order=flip}} island, off the southwest coast of the [[Isle of Man]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/attractions/the-sound-and-calf-of-man/|title=Places to visit: Calf of Man|publisher=Manx National Heritage|access-date=25 May 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160619030823/http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/attractions/the-sound-and-calf-of-man/#|archive-date=19 June 2016|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/isleofman/content/articles/2005/10/07/calf_of_man_feature.shtml|title=Calf of Man explored (archived)|publisher=BBC|access-date=25 May 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/explore-the-island/places-to-visit/coast-countryside/|title=Coast & countryside|publisher=Manx National Heritage|access-date=25 May 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160518050537/http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/explore-the-island/places-to-visit/coast-countryside/#|archive-date=18 May 2016|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref> It is separated from the Isle of Man by a narrow stretch of water called the [[Calf Sound]]. Like the nearby rocky islets of [[Chicken Rock]] and [[Kitterland]], it is part of the historic parish of [[Rushen]] and the current parish district of [[Arbory and Rushen]]. It has only two seasonal inhabitants. The word 'calf' derives from the [[Old Norse]] word ''kalfr'' which means a small island lying near a larger one. One can reach the Calf of Man by boat from either [[Port Erin]] or [[Port St Mary]]. Cow Harbour and South Harbour are the main landing places. The highest part of the island is in the west where an unnamed peak reaches {{cvt|415|ft|m|order=flip}} above [[sea level]].
'''Calf of Man''' ({{langx|gv|Yn Cholloo}} {{IPA-gv|ə ˈxɑːlu|}})<ref>{{Cite book|last=Broderick|first=George|title=A Handbook of Late Spoken Manx|publisher=Max Niemeyer|year=1984|isbn=|volume=2: Dictionary|location=Tübingen|pages=518}}</ref> is a {{convert|618|acre|km2|adj=mid|order=flip}} island, off the southwest coast of the [[Isle of Man]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/attractions/the-sound-and-calf-of-man/|title=Places to visit: Calf of Man|publisher=Manx National Heritage|access-date=25 May 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160619030823/http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/attractions/the-sound-and-calf-of-man/|archive-date=19 June 2016|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/isleofman/content/articles/2005/10/07/calf_of_man_feature.shtml|title=Calf of Man explored (archived)|publisher=BBC|access-date=25 May 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/explore-the-island/places-to-visit/coast-countryside/|title=Coast & countryside|publisher=Manx National Heritage|access-date=25 May 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160518050537/http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/explore-the-island/places-to-visit/coast-countryside/|archive-date=18 May 2016|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref> It is separated from the Isle of Man by a narrow stretch of water called the [[Calf Sound]].


Like the nearby rocky islets of [[Chicken Rock]] and [[Kitterland]], it is part of the historic parish of [[Rushen]] and the current parish district of [[Arbory and Rushen]]. It has only two seasonal inhabitants. The word 'calf' derives from the [[Old Norse]] word ''kalfr'', which means a small island lying near a larger one. One can reach the Calf of Man by boat from either [[Port Erin]] or [[Port St Mary]]. Cow Harbour and South Harbour are the main landing places. The highest part of the island is in the west where an unnamed peak reaches {{cvt|415|ft|m|order=flip}} above [[sea level]].
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Until 1939 the island was under private ownership by the Keig family, but the island was purchased by Mr F J Dickens of Silverdale, Lancashire who then donated it to the [[National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty|National Trust]] to become a bird sanctuary. In 1951 the Manx Museum & National Trust was established, which became known as [[Manx National Heritage]]. Manx National Heritage then rented the Calf from the National Trust for a nominal £1 per year until 1986, when ownership was transferred. In 2006 Manx National Heritage employed the charity [[Manx Wildlife Trust]] as the Calf Warden Service Provider, but it retains ownership. The island has been a [[bird observatory]] since 1959 and welcomes visits from volunteers and ornithologists. The observatory is able to accommodate up to eight visitors in basic self-catering accommodation which can be booked through Manx National Heritage.


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Until 1939, the island was under private ownership by the Keig family, but the island was purchased by Mr F. J. Dickens of [[Silverdale, Lancashire|Silverdale]], [[Lancashire]], who then donated it to the [[National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty|National Trust]] for it to become a bird sanctuary. In 1951, the Manx Museum & National Trust, which became known as [[Manx National Heritage]], was established. Manx National Heritage then rented the Calf from the National Trust for a nominal £1 per year, until 1986, when ownership was transferred. In 2006 Manx National Heritage employed the charity [[Manx Wildlife Trust]] as the Calf Warden Service Provider, but it retains ownership.
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[[File:Calf of Man, Lower Lighthouse - geograph.org.uk - 725406.jpg|thumb|left|Calf of Man, Lower Lighthouse One of two built by Robert Stevenson in 1818 to steer ships clear of Chicken Rock. Now disused]]

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The Calf of Man and its offshore rocks have no fewer than four [[lighthouses]]: two lighthouses were built in 1818 by [[Robert Stevenson (civil engineer)|Robert Stevenson]] to warn mariners of the hazards of the [[Chicken Rock]]s off the south end of the Calf. These were replaced in 1875 by a lighthouse built on the Chicken Rocks themselves. In 1968, a third lighthouse was built on the Calf after a severe fire destroyed the Chicken Rocks light. The Chicken Rocks lighthouse was later rebuilt.<ref>Coakley, F. (2001) [http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_calf.htm Calf of Man Lights] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061016172619/http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_calf.htm |date=16 October 2006 }} and [http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_crock.htm Chicken Rock Light] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071010050502/http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_crock.htm |date=10 October 2007 }}, both in: ''A Manx Notebook: An electronic compendium of matters past and present connected with the Isle of Man''. Retrieved 14 May 2007</ref> There are two minor, unfenced roads on the island and two very short streams.
The island has been a [[bird observatory]] since 1959, and welcomes visits from volunteers and [[ornithologists]]. The observatory is able to accommodate up to eight visitors in basic self-catering accommodation, which can be booked through Manx National Heritage.

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[[File:Calf of Man, Lower Lighthouse - geograph.org.uk - 725406.jpg|thumb|left|Calf of Man, Lower Lighthouse. One of two built by Robert Stevenson in 1818 to steer ships clear of Chicken Rock; now disused.]]
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The Calf of Man and its offshore rocks have no fewer than four [[lighthouses]]: two lighthouses were built in 1818 under the [[Isle of Man and Calf of Man Lighthouses Act 1815]] ([[55 Geo. 3]]. c. lxvii) by [[Robert Stevenson (civil engineer)|Robert Stevenson]] to warn mariners of the hazards of the [[Chicken Rock]] off the south end of the Calf. These were replaced in 1875 by a lighthouse built on the Chicken Rocks themselves. In 1968, a third lighthouse was built on the Calf after a severe fire destroyed the Chicken Rock light. The Chicken Rock lighthouse was later rebuilt.<ref>Coakley, F. (2001) [http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_calf.htm Calf of Man Lights] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061016172619/http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_calf.htm |date=16 October 2006 }} and [http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_crock.htm Chicken Rock Light] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071010050502/http://www.isle-of-man.com/manxnotebook/maritime/lighthse/lh_crock.htm |date=10 October 2007 }}, both in: ''A Manx Notebook: An electronic compendium of matters past and present connected with the Isle of Man''. Retrieved 14 May 2007</ref> There are two minor, unfenced roads on the island, and two very short streams.


Between the Isle of Man and the Calf is the islet of [[Kitterland]], while the islets of The Burroo and The Stack lie close to the Calf's shore. The southern shore of the island encloses a small bay called The Puddle. Almost a mile southwest of the Calf is Chicken Rock, the most southerly part of the Isle of Man's territory.
Between the Isle of Man and the Calf is the islet of [[Kitterland]], while the islets of The Burroo and The Stack lie close to the Calf's shore. The southern shore of the island encloses a small bay called The Puddle. Almost a mile southwest of the Calf is Chicken Rock, the most southerly part of the Isle of Man's territory.


Calf of Man is home to a breeding population of [[Manx shearwater]]s, a seabird which derives its name from its presence in Manx waters. The Calf of Man also has a large colony of seals which live and breed on the rocky coastline.
Calf of Man is home to a breeding population of [[Manx shearwater]]s, a seabird which derives its name from its presence in Manx waters. The Calf of Man also has a large colony of [[grey seal|seals]] which live and breed on the rocky coastline.


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Calf of Man
Native name:
Yn Cholloo
The Calf of Man with Chicken Rock
Calf of Man is located in Isle of Man
Calf of Man
Calf of Man
Geography
LocationIsle of Man
Coordinates54°03′10″N 4°49′13″W / 54.05278°N 4.82028°W / 54.05278; -4.82028
Area250 ha (620 acres)
Highest elevation128 m (420 ft)[1] [2]
Highest pointBushell's House on Or Vooar [3]
Demographics
Population2 (March to November)
Pop. density1.2/km2 (3.1/sq mi)

Calf of Man (Manx: Yn Cholloo [ə ˈxɑːlu])[4] is a 2.50-square-kilometre (618-acre) island, off the southwest coast of the Isle of Man.[5][6][7] It is separated from the Isle of Man by a narrow stretch of water called the Calf Sound.

Like the nearby rocky islets of Chicken Rock and Kitterland, it is part of the historic parish of Rushen and the current parish district of Arbory and Rushen. It has only two seasonal inhabitants. The word 'calf' derives from the Old Norse word kalfr, which means a small island lying near a larger one. One can reach the Calf of Man by boat from either Port Erin or Port St Mary. Cow Harbour and South Harbour are the main landing places. The highest part of the island is in the west where an unnamed peak reaches 126 m (415 ft) above sea level.

Until 1939, the island was under private ownership by the Keig family, but the island was purchased by Mr F. J. Dickens of Silverdale, Lancashire, who then donated it to the National Trust for it to become a bird sanctuary. In 1951, the Manx Museum & National Trust, which became known as Manx National Heritage, was established. Manx National Heritage then rented the Calf from the National Trust for a nominal £1 per year, until 1986, when ownership was transferred. In 2006 Manx National Heritage employed the charity Manx Wildlife Trust as the Calf Warden Service Provider, but it retains ownership.

The island has been a bird observatory since 1959, and welcomes visits from volunteers and ornithologists. The observatory is able to accommodate up to eight visitors in basic self-catering accommodation, which can be booked through Manx National Heritage.

Calf of Man, Lower Lighthouse. One of two built by Robert Stevenson in 1818 to steer ships clear of Chicken Rock; now disused.

The Calf of Man and its offshore rocks have no fewer than four lighthouses: two lighthouses were built in 1818 under the Isle of Man and Calf of Man Lighthouses Act 1815 (55 Geo. 3. c. lxvii) by Robert Stevenson to warn mariners of the hazards of the Chicken Rock off the south end of the Calf. These were replaced in 1875 by a lighthouse built on the Chicken Rocks themselves. In 1968, a third lighthouse was built on the Calf after a severe fire destroyed the Chicken Rock light. The Chicken Rock lighthouse was later rebuilt.[8] There are two minor, unfenced roads on the island, and two very short streams.

Between the Isle of Man and the Calf is the islet of Kitterland, while the islets of The Burroo and The Stack lie close to the Calf's shore. The southern shore of the island encloses a small bay called The Puddle. Almost a mile southwest of the Calf is Chicken Rock, the most southerly part of the Isle of Man's territory.

Calf of Man is home to a breeding population of Manx shearwaters, a seabird which derives its name from its presence in Manx waters. The Calf of Man also has a large colony of seals which live and breed on the rocky coastline.

References

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  1. ^ "Calf of Man".
  2. ^ "Calf of Man | Isle of Man".
  3. ^ [1] [dead link‍]
  4. ^ Broderick, George (1984). A Handbook of Late Spoken Manx. Vol. 2: Dictionary. Tübingen: Max Niemeyer. p. 518.
  5. ^ "Places to visit: Calf of Man". Manx National Heritage. Archived from the original on 19 June 2016. Retrieved 25 May 2016.
  6. ^ "Calf of Man explored (archived)". BBC. Retrieved 25 May 2016.
  7. ^ "Coast & countryside". Manx National Heritage. Archived from the original on 18 May 2016. Retrieved 25 May 2016.
  8. ^ Coakley, F. (2001) Calf of Man Lights Archived 16 October 2006 at the Wayback Machine and Chicken Rock Light Archived 10 October 2007 at the Wayback Machine, both in: A Manx Notebook: An electronic compendium of matters past and present connected with the Isle of Man. Retrieved 14 May 2007
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