Manx Wire · The east coast line
Manx Electric Railway.
Sea cliffs, wooded glens and the rails north. Take the controls of an island original.
0.0mph
Limit 20 mphYour journey starts at Derby Castle.
Three feet between the rails. A coast full of stories.
The coast
is calling.
Drive the heritage electric car from Douglas through Laxey to Ramsey. Find the rhythm of the controller, brake gently for the halts and watch the island unfold.
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
A different island at every bend.
Leave Derby Castle beside Douglas Bay, climb past Port Jack, pass through Groudle’s greenery and follow the east coast through Laxey to Ramsey. A mapped railway under the wheels, with original buildings, countryside and coastal scenery around it.
- Derby Castle
- Groudle
- Baldrine
- Laxey
- Dhoon
- Glen Mona
- Ramsey
At the controls
Driving the electric car: release the brake and advance the power controller. Reduce power and brake early for a smooth stop. Stop by the platform to board passengers.
- W / S
- More / less power
- 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.
