Douglas

Douglas is the capital of the Isle of Man and its most populous town with some 28,000 residents. It is the Island's main hub for business, finance, legal services, shipping, transport, shopping, and entertainment. The annual Isle of Man TT motorcycle races start and finish in Douglas.

In October 1961 newly-weds Harry and Concepta Hewitt spent their honeymoon on the island staying in the south-western village of Port Erin but had a day trip to Douglas. Boorish fellow hotel resident Mr. Powell tried to lecture them on places to visit there but the couple made a tactful escape from his incessant chatter to make their trip.