Plan your journey: key road closures and travel disruptions this weekend
If you're planning to explore the Isle of Man this weekend, it's worth checking your route first. Several key roads and ferry services are facing disruptions due to planned maintenance and severe weather, so here's what you need to know before you travel.
Manx Utilities has announced that part of the Old Castletown Road will be closed this weekend — Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12 — while essential wastewater network upgrades take place. The closure is located near the railway bridge at the bottom of Kewaigue Hill, a popular route for visitors heading south across the Island.
Expect the work to continue into the following weekend as well, so plan your journeys accordingly. Manx Utilities has thanked motorists for their patience during the essential infrastructure work. Consider using alternative routes if you're heading towards Castletown or beyond.
On the bright side, the Department of Infrastructure has confirmed that part of the Mountain Road will reopen for the weekend, providing an alternative route for visitors exploring the Island's scenic interior.
If you're arriving by sea, be prepared for disruptions. Steam Packet has rescheduled four sailings and cancelled two more on Saturday due to adverse weather conditions. Sunday's services face similar threats, with two additional sailings potentially at risk.
The company has adjusted departure times for two ferries on Saturday to navigate the challenging conditions. We recommend checking Steam Packet's latest updates before your journey and arriving at the terminal with extra time to spare.
Plan ahead: Monitor travel updates throughout the weekend, use alternative routes where possible, and allow extra journey time. The Island's team is working hard to keep services running, and your patience is appreciated.
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