The Great Laxey Mine Railway: History and Guide
by Andrew Scarffe, BEM
Discover the fascinating story of the Great Laxey Mine Railway and one of the Isle of Man’s most remarkable industrial heritage sites
Paperback, 46 pages
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Written by Andrew Scarffe, BEM, this illustrated 46-page guide explores the history of Laxey Mine, which was once one of the richest metal mines in Great Britain. Deep underground, a unique 19-inch narrow gauge railway was used to transport lead and zinc ore, powered by two remarkable steam locomotives known as Ant and Bee.
The guide follows the story of the railway from its early days and the closure of the mine in 1930, through to the remarkable efforts to restore this unique part of Manx railway history. It also tells the story of the replica locomotives and the reopening of the railway in 2004.
Packed with fascinating history and illustrations, this is a must-have for anyone interested in the Isle of Man, steam railways, narrow gauge railways, mining history and industrial heritage.
A great souvenir of a visit to Laxey and a thoughtful gift for railway and history enthusiasts.
