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The Great Laxey Wheel

Type:Historic Site

The Great Laxey Wheel

About

The Great Laxey Wheel is the Isle of Man's most iconic landmark and the largest working water wheel in the world.  At 72 feet 6 inches in diameter, this extraordinary feat of Victorian engineering has brought tourists flocking to the picturesque village of Laxey for almost 170 years.  During your visit, see this magnificent wheel turning and take the spiral stairs to the top to enjoy panoramic views of Glen Mooar Valley.  Beyond the wheel, learn about the lives of the Laxey Miners, explore the mine trail and take a trip into the adit to experience life underground. Find out why the wheel is known as Lady Isabella during your visit.  

Conserving the Wheel

In 2022, Manx National Heritage completed the first phase of an extensive conservation programme, during which the Lady Isabella was carefully studied and conserved.  Old render and defective timbers suffering from decay were replaced, ironmongery repaired and the wheel, housing, railings and viewing platform repainted.  Standing static during her conservation, the world famous waterwheel began turning once again last autumn, concluding the first phase of the most comprehensive conservation project completed on Lady Isabella since her restoration almost 40 years ago.

This year, the next phase in this momentous project will see work undertaken on the wheel's rod duct and T-Rocker.  

Guide Prices

Adults £15
Children FREE (children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult).
Students over 18 with a valid Student Card £6.75

Your admission

Adult admission tickets for The Great Laxey Wheel include a £1.50 voluntary donation to Manx National Heritage (Isle of Man registered charity no. 603), supporting our charity’s work in caring for the Isle of Man’s most cherished places and spaces, including historic buildings, landscapes, archives and museum collections. If you do not wish to pay the donation please state to staff that you wish to opt out of the voluntary donation at the ticket desk when paying admission.
Some special events may incur an additional admission charge.
Student discount is available on production of a valid student card.
Group discounts are available to pre-booked group visitors of 15 or more paying visitors booked 7 days in advance.
Holiday and Annual Passes – admission is only permitted on production of a valid card. Cards are valid for the named person and are not transferable. ID may also be requested. Free access is for 14 days from the first day of use on a Holiday Pass and 1 Year from first date of use on an Annual Pass for Isle of Man residents.
Free admission is available to children under 18 years of age, persons accompanying a disabled visitor, Go Explore Heritage and Go Platinum Reserve Passes for use with trams, trains and bus transport and Members of the Friends of Manx National Heritage and organisations holding an agreement with Manx National Heritage. Entry available to the named member only on presentation of a valid membership card. Restrictions may apply. For details on our reciprocal arrangements, please consult your membership handbook.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp / Level Access

Catering

  • Picnic Site

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking available
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Payment Methods

  • Accepts major credit and debit cards
  • Approx length of visit - 1h+
  • Groups Accepted
  • Major credit cards acceptable
  • Open by appointment outside normal opening times
  • Special group rates

Provider Facilities

  • Accept coach parties
  • Dog Friendly
  • Dogs Accepted - On lead only
  • Group Friendly
  • Stargazer Friendly
  • Toilets - Cabin style facilities only

Provider Features

  • No Smoking Attraction
  • Outdoor Attraction
  • Village Location

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Min group size numeric qualifier - 15
Wheel Hill, Laxey, IM4 7NL
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Awards

  • AccoladesUNESCO Biosphere Partner UNESCO Biosphere Partner 2021

Opening Times

Open daily from 9.30am to 4.30pm (28 Mar 2024 - 31 May 2024)
Open daily from 9.30am to 5pm (1 June 2024 - 31 Aug 2024)
Open daily from 9.30am to 4.30pm (1 Sept 2024 - 3 Nov 2024)

* Please note last entry to the Laxey Wheel is half an hour before the site closes

Map & Directions

What's Nearby

  1. Located in the village of Laxey, on the eastern coast of the Isle of Man, the restored…

    0.32 miles away
  2. The "Washing Floors" were built in 1848 and situated in the area now known as the Valley…

    0.33 miles away
  3. Join Snaefell Mountain Railway from Laxey for travel to Snaefell summit. Winding its way…

    0.42 miles away
  1. Laxey Glen is a favourite among tourists and locals alike, is a popular spot for families…

    0.46 miles away
  2. The source of the Laxey River is located on Snaefell, the Island’s highest peak. It…

    0.47 miles away
  3. King Orry's Grave is the largest known Megalithic tomb on the island and tells the story…

    0.64 miles away
  4. Axnfell is on the steep north facing slopes of Glen Roy and has an area of 36 hectares.…

    0.93 miles away
  5. Laxey Beach is situated on the Island's east coast approximately 8 miles north of Douglas…

    1.13 miles away
  6. Dhoon Glen is known for its natural and rugged beauty. It boasts a splendid waterfall and…

    1.49 miles away
  7. Conrhenny is a growing venue for community involvement, with a 5 hectare Children's Wood…

    2.17 miles away
  8. Garwick Beach, located in the valley of Baldrine, can be found at the foot of Garwick…

    2.42 miles away
  9. Snaefell is the Island’s only mountain. Its summit is 2,036ft above sea level.

    2.54 miles away
  10. The Ballanette Reserve includes a series of lakes with at least one bird watching hide.…

    3.05 miles away
  11. Cashtal yn Ard, or the Castle of the Heights, is a well preserved chambered tomb situated…

    3.14 miles away
  12. Ballaglass Glen can be found north of Laxey. Carpeted in blue bells in spring and…

    3.55 miles away
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