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The Great Laxey Wheel Isle of Man

The History of the Great Laxey Wheel

The Great Laxey Wheel holds the title of being the largest working water wheel in the world! Measuring 72 feet and 6 inches, with 96 steps to the top, it’s an impressive example of Victorian era engineering and makes for an extraordinary tourist attraction today.

Blog (Culture & Heritage) - Visit Isle of Man

  • The Great Laxey Wheel Isle of Man

    The History of the Great Laxey Wheel

    The Great Laxey Wheel holds the title of being the largest working water wheel in the world! Measuring 72 feet and 6 inches, with 96 steps to the top, it’s an impressive example of Victorian era engineering and makes for an extraordinary tourist attraction today.

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  • Peel Castle and St Patrick's Isle

    The History of Peel Castle and St Patrick's Isle

    Peel Castle is built on St Patrick’s Isle, a small islet off the coast of Peel. Its namesake comes from Saint Patrick, who it is told visited the islet and brought Christianity to the Isle of Man in around 550 AD. Visiting Peel Castle is a wonderful thing to do for any visitor to the Isle of Man, especially those interested in Manx history and culture!

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  • Isle of Man Fairy Culture Hotspots

    Fairy Culture Hotspots on the Isle of Man

    The Isle of Man has a unique fairy culture, with both modern and historic tales signifying the importance of respecting the mooinjer veggey (Manx for little people).

    There are sites dotted across the Island that are particularly special to the fairies, with many stories of enchanting (and daunting) encounters at these locations. We’ve made a list of our favourite magical spots to run into the mooinjer veggey of the Isle of Man.

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  • Sulby Isle of Man

    Exploring Sulby on the Extraordinary Isle

    Sometimes the most interesting places to come across are those that almost feel undiscovered, small villages and towns that home some of the most beautiful places to explore, making you feel like you’ve uncovered somewhere hidden and special.

    Sulby fits into this unique category, a small village that packs a punch with its extraordinary scenery, incredible local wildlife, and traditional pubs that are filled with locals, far from a tourist hotspot.  

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  • Manx National Heritage Sites

    5 Isle of Man Attractions Included in Top 10% Worldwide

    A selection of the Isle of Man’s Heritage Sites have been recognised for their quality offering by scooping up five Trip Advisor Travellers' Choice Awards, meaning that they’re included in the Trip Advisor top 10% worldwide. Based off genuine feedback collated from visitors over the last 12 months, Travellers' Choice honours businesses that consistently demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence, quite the achievement!

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