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Peel, Isle of Man - Definition and Overview |
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Peel is a town in the Isle of Man. It is the fourth largest town on the island after Douglas, Onchan and Ramsey. Its population is 3,785 according to the 2001 census.
As the site of Man's only cathedral, Peel Cathedral, it is sometimes claimed to be the Isle's only city.
A small island, St Patrick's Isle, is connected by causeway to Peel. Peel Castle is situated on this island.
It is known as Purt ny hInshey (Port of the Island) in Manx.
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