[1] The sound - technically a strait - is about 700 yards in width, and contains the small islet of Kitterland, which is home to a large colony of seals.[1] The name 'calf' comes from the Old Norse word 'kalfr', which means a small island close to a larger one.[2] A Cafe overlooking the Calf of Man offers both indoor and outdoor seating (2024).[3] The original building erected to house a visitor centre was designed to have little visual impact when looking towards the Calf of Man, partially achieved by covering the roof with turf.Today a modern building with glass walls offers views of the scenery.