Codes of Conduct

Countryside Code

Follow the Countryside Code from DEFA to respect and protect our Manx countryside.

Manx Marine Wildlife Guide

This Manx Marine Wildlife Guide is aimed at anyone enjoying the Island’s coast and waters; it offers tips on safely observing marine animals, highlights the best viewing spots, and explains how to report sightings. It was a collaborative creation between Manx Wildlife Trust, Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch, and DEFA. 

Photo: Manx Whale & Dolphin Watch

Birdwatching and Photography Code

The Isle of Man Government's Code for Birdwatchers and Photographers sets out the law on bird and habitat disturbance and advice on how to avoid it. Click here.

Forest Cycling Code

The Isle of Man Goverment's Forest Cycling Code helps those using forests on two wheels avoid danger and respect other users. Click here.

Horse Riding Code

The Isle of Man Government's Horse Riding Code advises horse riders using publicly owned land on riding safely and respecting the environment. Click here.

Motorised Events Code

The Isle of Man Government's Environmental Code - Land used for Motorised Events provides guidance for those running motorised events to plan, seek the right permissions for, and safely and responsibly run the event..

Angling Code

The Isle of Man Government's Angling Code of Conduct sets out angling seasons, licence requirements, catch limits and regulations, and good practice. Click here.

Anglers' Guide to Biosecurity

The Isle of Man Government's Guide to Anglers on Biosecurity helps anglers understand how they can act to keep invasive species and fish diseases our of the Isle of Man. Click here. 

Boat Users' Guide to Biosecurity

The Isle of Man Government's Boat Users' Guide to Biosecurity helps boat users understand how to keep invasive species and fish diseases out of the Isle of Man. Click here.

Heath Burning Code

The Isle of Man Government’s Heath Burning Code sets out advice when burning, risks of burning and what to do if burning gets out of control. Click here.

Watercourse Management Code

Manx Utilities' guide to watercourses details your responsibilities for managing watercourse that run through or adjacent to your land. Click here.

Cushag Code

The Isle of Man Government's code of best practice for the management of common ragwort / cushag (Senecio jacobaea). Click here.