Manx Wire · The promenade line
Douglas Horse Tram.
The clatter of hooves. The sweep of the bay. Take the reins along Douglas promenade.
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Limit 5 mphYour journey starts at Derby Castle.
A slower pace. A better view.
Take
the reins.
Guide a horse-drawn tram from Derby Castle to Broadway and Villa Marina. Keep a gentle pace, ring the bell and bring your passengers smoothly along the bay.
Choose a starting stop and the light below. Drag the view to look around.
Building the tram, track and island scenery…
Follow the real line
Douglas, at the pace of a horse.
Follow the present promenade tramway from Derby Castle past the long hotel terraces and Castle Mona to Broadway and Villa Marina. Look across the beach to Douglas Bay, or back at the town’s Victorian skyline.
- Derby Castle
- Queens Promenade
- Castle Mona
- Broadway · Villa Marina
At the controls
Driving the horse tram: release the brake and advance the pace control. Reduce pace and brake early for a smooth stop. Stop by the platform to board passengers.
- W / S
- Faster / slower pace
- Space
- Apply the brake
- R
- Change direction while stopped
- B / E
- Bell / passengers
- C / P
- Camera / pause
- H
- Hide or show the instruments
Drag with a mouse or one finger to look around. Scenic tour handles the driving while you enjoy the view. Start at a later station for a shorter journey.
