Greetings from your guide
Dr Jacqueline Yates welcomes you to her stunning Island home. Manx born and bred, Jacqueline has also lived in England and Switzerland and is able to offer tours in English and French. With a background in Higher Education and Government her teaching, research and management skills are second to none. The two year programme of study to become a Blue Badge Guide honed her understanding of the Island's history, culture, heritage, wildlife, architecture and much more. She takes a particular interest in social history and in music and dance.
My Story
I was born in the Isle of Man and have lived here most of my life. After studying in Leicester and Sheffield, England I spent 5 years in Switzerland where I picked up my French which I have continued to learn ever since. Continuing my career in Higher Education at Sheffield Hallam University I taught and ran programmes at Under Graduate and Post Graduate levels and continued my research, often focusing on Manx themes. In 2001 the Island called me home and I took up a position in the Isle of Man Government's HR team. Following this I was Head of Learning at the Department for Health and Social Care until early retirement and a change of scene. After a period as Festival Secretary for the Manx Competitive Music Speech and Dance Festival I trained as a Blue Badge Guide. I have been a tour guide since 2022.