A sleepy village on the north
western coast, Ballaugh is best known for its
hump-backed bridge. Apparently it has proved the
downfall for some TT riders, though there is a pub
here to help them drown their sorrows. The
village’s name possibly derives from Bal-ny-laghney
(Homestead of the Curragh) or Bal-laff (The place
of Our Lady).Just 10 miles from bustling Ramsey,
its oldest 18th century church, St
Mary’s, was rescued in the 19th century
when it was re-roofed and altered. More recently
it has featured in films.
