An Isle of Man Classic TT rider says growing out his facial hair is one of his many pre-race rituals.

Retired midwife Jan Ulyatt is running free face-to-face sessions after Manx Care moved courses online.

Residents face a year-long wait as Manx Care cancels sessions due to a shortage of consultants.

The annual walk to the Tower of Refuge is a “staple in the community calendar”, organisers say.