There will be a chance to see The Queen’s Baton as it visits the island in September on its way to Australia for next year’s Commonwealth Games.

The Baton will be officially welcomed to the island by the Isle of Man Commonwealth Games Association’s president Basil Bielich, who will be accompanied by the Chief Minister Howard Quayle and CGA officials on September 2.

Mylchreests Motors and Isle of Man Trike Tours will be the official transport for the Baton as it makes its way around the island.

All are welcome to get involved in the visit, with events being held around the Island giving residents the opportunity to see the Baton and celebrate Team Isle of Man.

Queen’s Baton schedule

Saturday, September 2

9am to 12pm National Sports Centre

12.30pm 2pm Queen’s Baton Walking Relay from Laxey Pavilion to Laxey Wheel

2.30pm to 2.45pm

Horse Tram along Douglas Promenade.

3pm to 3.30pm Richmond Travel

3.30pm to 4pm Manx Telecom, Strand Street 4.30pm to 5pm Harry Kelly’s Cottage, Cregneash 5pm to 6pm Baton Jogging Relay to the Sound

Sunday, September 3

9am to 11am Mooragh Park, Ramsey

11.30am to 11.45am Grandstand, Douglas

11.45am to 12.15pm Isle of Man Hospice

12.30pm Tynwald Hill, St John’s

12.45pm to 1.45pm Moore’s Kipper Factory, Peel

2.30pm to 3.30pm Snaefell Summit (Electric Tram from the Bungalow)

4pm to 5pm Sports Fun Day, Centre 21,

Greenfield Road, Douglas