Day 1 ... IOM 2019


The Isle Of Man course started today, and the boys were clearly excited at 9 o’clock in the morning. We set off from Broughton and we made our way to Liverpool. The excitement continued to build the nearer we got.



As we boarded the boat and waved goodbye, the trip had finally begun. As the older boys of the group sat down to revise, the younger boys went to watch a film and chill out. The crossing was very smooth (unlike past years) and it was a good time to relax before the week of fun began. As we arrived in Douglas, the boys received a warm welcome from the volunteers of St Thomas’s, who brought the boys to the Hydro Hotel. The boys were treated to some lovely allergy proof brownies courtesy of someone’s birthday (Thomas W). As per usual, it was a race to the room as whoever got there first got the bed of their choice. Once fully unpacked, the boys and the staff took off to the TT course, to have a look at what will be taking place in a couple weeks’ time. We also went to have a look at the Grand Stand where the race will begin. Finally, we went to Douglas head where the boys were lucky enough to see the Ben-My-Chree come into Douglas head and drop off its passengers. We had a brilliant first meal and the boys had a choice of fish and chips, pasta or vegetable curry. There was hardly any food left after the boys had devoured every last bit. Finally, we had a lovely walk up to St Thomas’ church to show the first timers what it was like and to show them their surroundings for the next week. Once we all got back we  had a drink went to bed – we all needed some sleep after today. We’ve got a bust this week so we need all the sleep we can get. But one thing we can say is that it’s going to be a brilliant week!
The Head Boys

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