A traditional Tynwald Day occasion will be given a twist this year.
The grounds and chapel of Bishopscourt will once again be open to the public, but this time there will be a programme of entertainment with an international flavour.
It's being organised by formal professional entertainer Janine Traviss.
She says, on the Island's national day, visitors to Bishopscourt (pictured) will be taken on a journey around the world (audio file attached):
Janine Traviss was speaking to Stuart Peters on Mandate.
(Picture: A previous open day at Bishopscourt).
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