Road, Rail, Sea and Air
“Proposed changes at the tramway office in Douglas remain shrouded in mystery after a planning application last week. On the government's planning website, an application was lodged for the building on Strathallan Crescent in Douglas. The application can be viewed HERE. The application for a change…
Major track renewals are taking place between Halfway and Eskadale. “Works to renew a section of the Manx Electric Railway track near to Groudle are said to be progressing well with the line 'on track' to be finished by the end of the month. Six-hundred metres of track has been replaced, and work h…
“A Middle MHK says the Isle of Man is at risk of being turned into a ‘Victorian theme park’. Stu Peters, who is a political member of the Department of Infrastructure, has told Manx Radio he believes Tramway Terrace on Douglas Promenade should be demolished and replaced. The building, which was ere…
“Daphne Caine has joined the Department for Enterprise as a political member with responsibility for Visit Isle of Man and Motorsport. The Garff MHK currently holds a number of posts across government including Chair of the Climate Change Transformation Board, Member of the Social Affairs Policy Re…
“A suitably qualified engineer is being sought by the Department of Infrastructure to come up with a strategy for the restoration of Tramway Terrace. They must be listed on the Conservation Accreditation Register for Engineers and will be required to devise a process and methodology for the project…
‘Will tourists visiting on a Monday or Tuesday get to ride along the prom?’ “Attempts will be made to run the horse trams on days when cruise ships are visiting the Isle of Man. That’s the pledge from the infrastructure minister despite new timetables showing they’re not due to operate on Mondays a…
Manx Transport Review issue Nos. 101 & 102 Manx Transport Review No.101 is currently being printed, distribution to members is expected to take occur in early February. Copies will also be available by mail order or through retailers, for further information please click HERE Contributions are now…
Heritage Railways Timetables Full Heritage Railways timetables for 2024 have now been published by Isle of Man Transport. Service are scheduled to operate throughout the year as follows: Manx Electric Railway: Tuesday 12th March to Sunday 3rd November Snaefell Mountain Railway: Tuesday 19th March t…
“A review of the Isle of Man’s heritage rail network has found that it is well run, has received effective investment and makes a significant contribution to the local economy. Compiled by independent consultants Systra, the report also recommends that the railways should remain in public ownership…