Snaefell Mountain Railway is located on the eastern coast of the Isle of Man running from the village of Laxey and was built all the way back in 1895. Still operating today with the majority of it's original Victorian rolling stock, take a fascinating journey on this Victorian electric tram from Laxey to the summit of Snaefell, the only mountain on the island. Enjoy view to England, Scotland, Wales and even Ireland on a clear day. Snaefell Mountain Railway also runs from Laxey to Douglas and Ramsey stopping along the way at all the glens along the route, come for a fascinating and historical journey in these beautiful old trams.READ MORE

The Great Laxey Wheel or Lady Isabella is a fascinating tourist attraction and the largest working waterwheel in the world built all the way back in 1854 to pump water from the Isle of Man's Great Laxey Mine. Today you can climb to the top of this 72 and a half foot diamater wheel, and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views afforded from this brilliant example of Victorian engineering, you can also follow the paths and even go underground. The Great Laxey Wheel is the last surviving working wheel of its kind in the world and is a not to be missed tourist attraction on the island, and while visiting enjoy stories of the Laxey Miners and see the magnificence of the wheel up close.READ MORE

The Pavillion, Laxey Glen Gardens in Laxey village on the Isle of Man is a cafe bar open all day with a wide range of meal selections, and they cater for intimate dinners and group celebrations. It's the ideal destination for weddings, christenings, conferences, birthday parties, and functions and they cater to groups of any size in beautiful surrounds. The Aubergine Restaurant at The Pavilion is open from 5pm on and there's a special evening menu highlighting local produce as they say. The venue is beautiful, the destination perfect, and they cater exactly to your requirements with exquisite cuisine and a stunning setting and prices are good too.READ MORE

The Bridge Inn, Laxey Isle of Man has it all from the public bar to the lounge bar, accommodation, large function room and beer garden, it's the perfect place to stay for the TT races, fruit and wines festival, Isle of Man Beer festival, real ale festival and more annual delights. Accommodation is affordable and comfortable and there are choices of single, double and family rooms with en-suite or shared facilities, plus Miss Havisham's Restaurant and Tearoom here is open for lunches, afternoon teas, evening meals and take-aways, also serving breakfast and light lunches and beautiful surrounds. The function room is available to hire for special occasions and events, weddings and meetings and has a full kitchen, this great venue is up a flight of stairs with no lift access. The public bar at the Bridge Inn has a full sized pool table, darts board, video juke box and large screen TV and gets very festive while the Lounge bar is quieter with great atmosphere, large cosy fire in winter and host live football matches, come for your dining and drinking pleasure, function and affordable stay, it's all here.READ MORE

Laxey Woollen Mill and Gallery is proud to be the last working woollen mill on the Isle of Man, and this family owned establishment going back to when they first took over in the 1950's is to this day, adapting and turning into a wonderful craft centre. Using traditional weaving methods, the professional weaver and only commercial pattern weaver on the island, produces stunning quality rugs and scarves in beautiful designs including the famous Laxey Manx tartan. With over 100 years experience in the textile industry, here they produce gents, ladies, wedding and children's accessories, as well as rugs and throws, scarves and outerwear, tableware, toys, fabrics and tweeds and more and offer shipping worldwide and on-line ordering. Visitors to the Laxey Woollen Mill and Gallery can view the handloom in full operation on the ground floor, and artists exhibits in the gallery upstairs, while other parts of the building showcases jewellery and woodcraft workshops. READ MORE

Presence of Mann is a wonderful gift shop in Laxey village on the Isle of Man located within the Laxey Woolen Mills. Here you will find untold treasures of beauty including a wide range of Manx books, confectionery, Manx cushions, Manx soft toy cats, greetings cards, exclusive hand made crafts, souvenirs and quality Manx gifts. They also offer most of the products from Laxey Woollen Mills and works closely with them, come view the beautiful Ellan Vannin products which is the Manx name for Isle of Man, there's also Manx fuschia products, their tartan products, a wide range of books for everyone, Loaghtan sheep produce, Manannan products, Manx cat and tram horse items, stunning gifts and more. The Craftea Weaver a tearoom located above Presence of Mann served indulgent homemade cakes, platters with homemade pies, local Manx cheeses and more and the walls are adorned with beautiful arts and crafts, here everything you see is for sale. Visit the mill too, a family owned business and the last working woollen mill on the Isle of Man.READ MORE

Holly Cottage in Laxey village on the Isle of Man is a detached Manx cottage just 2 minutes from the beach and harbour boasting many original features like the beams which add to the character. There's a double and single bedroom, ideal for 3 people, a lounge with TV and DVD player, an ipod docking station, books, games, oil central heating and a coal fire. With newly fitted kitchen offering all you need, and garden with seating, barbeque and sun loungers it's the perfect setting for a wonderful stay. Holly Cottage is ideally located close to shops, pubs and restaurants, and towels and bedding are provided, just bring your own beach towels. READ MORE

Laxey Harbour Chalets in Laxey village on the Isle of Man offers an award winning stay in their luxurious self catering properties close to the harbour, where the gently sound of lapping water will lull you to sleep. Enjoy quality accommodations in a tranquil setting and all include free electricity and central heating and free WIFI, they provide bedding and towels just bring you own beach towels, and have fully fitted kitchens with utensils and tea towels, plus there's TV and a DVD player and complimentary welcome pack. Laxey Harbour Chalets offers stunning chalet choices with views for couples and more, and there are parking spaces for each chalet, and it's only a short walk to the beach, they are all located on the ground floor and some are suitable for people with disabilities. Come for a fabulous stay in a beautiful location, unfortunately pets are not allowed.READ MORE

La Mona Lisa in Laxey village on the Isle of Man is known as the little restaurant with the big heart, and comes highly recommended for great food and service. This family run restaurant has been serving exquisite Italian cuisine since 1944, and is located in a picturesque riverside setting near the harbour, and here home cooked traditional Italian food will delight in a vibrant atmosphere. The menu offers freshly home cooked meals made to order with fabulous choices of antipasti, pizza, calzone, pasta dishes, risotto, secondi and contorni, plus there's an early bird and kiddies menu. La Mona Lisa is family friendly and fully licensed, it's the perfect place to meet up and unwind with a drink, then enjoy and exceptional meal with desserts and coffee, plus there's an extensive range of both Italian and International wines, come visit a little piece of Italy in the Isle of Man.READ MORE

Salmon River Apartments in the heart of the Laxey village on the Isle of Man offers historic charm and a wonderful stay in the converted stables and hayloft. Enjoy luxurious comforts with a character twist, these beautiful self catering apartments have disabled friendly options in The Stables on the ground floor. The Hayloft, located on the first floor via its own private staircase offer three double or twin bedrooms and spacious open plan living, plus a balcony with river views and excellent facilities. The Stables come with two en-suite double or twin bedrooms and spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living area, plus has a barbeque area and river views outside. Salmon River Apartments caters to groups and the building is available as a whole.READ MORE