Christchurch – Laxey
The foundation stone to this lovely church was laid in 1854 and the building was completed in 1855 but was not consecrated until May 1856. The church was built on…
A Laxey Miner
This lovely Sculpture at Ham and Egg Terrace in Laxey by Ongky Wijana was funded by Laxey resident, the late Mrs Phillis Tate and is a fitting tribute to the…
Low Tide on Laxey Beach
Just look how close our neighbours are across the wet bit! I presume that is the Lake District? Feel free to make any comments either on this website by clicking…
Lady Isabella – Laxey Wheel.
A slightly different perspective from high above the Laxey Wheel in the hills at Agneash. The wheel was built in 1854 in order to drain the mines of water and…
Low Tide – Laxey Harbour
Low Tide - Laxey Harbour Feel free to make any comments either on this website by clicking the “Write comment” below or by logging onto my Facebook Page enjoy -…
A little bit about King Orry and King Orry’s Grave in Laxey
This is the largest known Megalithic tomb on the Isle of Man. King Orry is a almost legendary character revered by the Manx as their greatest king. He was King…
Old Laxey from Breeze Hill
Standing on the Cairn of Breeze Hill in Laxey and overlooking Laxey Harbour and the upper and lower sections of old Laxey. Feel free to make any comments either on…
The Shore Hotel in Old Laxey
The Shore Hotel in Old Laxey. Feel free to make any comments either on this website by clicking the “Write comment” below or by logging onto my Facebook Page enjoy…
The Lady Isabella
A slightly different perspective of the Lady having a well earned rest at the end of a long day. Feel free to make any comments either on this website by…
Lady Isabella – Laxey Wheel
The wheel was built in 1854 in order to drain the mines of water and was officially started by Lieutenant Governor Hope and it was named in honour of his…
Manx Electric Railway Tram 7
Tram number 7 approaching Laxey Station. Feel free to make any comments either on this website by clicking the “Write comment” below or by logging onto my Facebook Page enjoy…
Leaving Laxey Station
Both Electric Trams leave Laxey Station, No. 3 is heading off up to the top of Snaefell Mountain and No. 48 is off to Ramsey :-) Feel free to make…
A Cold Day Overlooking Laxey Breakwaters
Standing on Old Laxey Hill and looking towards the 2 Laxey Breakwaters on a very cold, stormy but sunny afternoon. The image was captured on my Nikon D80 DSLR Camera with a…
Laxey Woolen Mills on Glen Road
Founded in 1881 and originally a water powered mill which is now the last working woolen mill on the Isle of Man, the mill is famous for it's Manx tartan…
Laxey Harbour
Went for a walk around Laxey yesterday (Saturday 7/7/12) and the sun was shining and there was no rain!! Image 1 This Anchor is believed to be from the ship "THORN"…
Laxey Mine Steam Railway ‘Ant’
The Laxey Mine Steam Railway Engine 'Ant' is seen here returning from the another trip up to the entrance of the Laxey Mines. The gentleman who was steering the train…
Lady Isabella – Laxey Wheel
A view of the Lady Isabella nestling in the Agneash Valley, the image was taken from Laxey Fire Station. This image was captured on my Fuji X10 camera resized and cropped in…
Snaefell Wheel (Lady Evelyn) Laxey Washing Floors
This waterwheel which turns on the Washing Floors of Laxey is called the Snaefell Wheel (also known as Lady Evelyn). This wheel was purchased by the Snaefell Mining Company in…