Road, Rail, Sea and Air
The debate concerning the redevelopment of Douglas Promenade and relocation of the Horse Tramway continues. "A public inquiry begins today (Wednesday) which could determine whether a £21 million makeover of Douglas promenade goes ahead. Despite previous consultations and tweaks to the Department of…
Winter Permanent Way repairs are currently under-way on the Manx Electric Railway. Cade Williamson has kindly made images available which show the renewal of Port Jack Crossing taking place. Road Closure Notice from the Isle of Man Government website.
The Isle of Man’s 46-mile network of heritage railways continues to attract increasing numbers of passengers thanks to innovations of luxury steam train dining and mountain top themed nights. New ticketing systems have also contributed to growing income. Isle of Man Railways hosted 300 groups on it…
Santa Horse Trams Are Back for 2015. Eight trips a day on Saturday December 19 and Sunday 20 December, starting at 10am from Strathallan terminus. Prices are unchanged at £7.50 for adults and children aged two to 16, (under-twos travel free) while a group ticket of four (any age mix) costs just £20…
"Isle of Man Railways is now selling its Santa Train tickets online. Bookings can be made via the website www.rail.im or at the Welcome Centre in Douglas Sea Terminal. Tickets are £15 per person, which includes seasonal refreshments on the Dining Car at Santa’s Grotto at Santon Station and an age a…
Track replacement work commenced on Snaefell Summit prior to the close of the 2015 operating season, services cease on Sunday 8th November. A temporary terminus was installed some 100 yards short of the normal unloading point to allow the service to continue whilst per way work got under-way. Singl…
Manx Electric Railway car 21 has been seen out and about over the last few days carrying large British Legion poppies on it’s Douglas and Ramsey ends. 21 is seen at Derby Castle on Sunday 25th October 2015, prior to operating the 3.10pm service to Ramsey. Sister Cars 19, 20 & 22 also saw use over t…
It seems that controversial work to redevelop Douglas Promenade and shift the Horse Tramway from its traditional ‘middle of the road’ location have been postponed for the second time. Douglas Borough Council has announced that the Horse Tramway will operate during 2016. In addition the tramway’s 14…
With the end of Douglas Horse Tramway summer season services, the regular schedule of winter attention has begun.