Peel,

Peel, a coast town of the Isle of Man, 11½ miles by rail NW. of Douglas. On Peel Hill (450 feet) is a tower called Corrin's Folly; and on an island sheltering the harbour stand the beautiful ruins of Peel Castle, celebrated by both Scott and Wordsworth. It dates from the 12th century, but was mainly rebuilt by the fourth Earl of Derby in 1593. St German's Cathedral, a cruciform ruin, with a crypt and low central tower, is included in its area. Fishing is Peel's chief industry, but as a watering-place attracts yearly more and more visitors. Pop. (1861) 2848; (1881) 4360; (1891) 3631.