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Laxey is a small town situated within Laxey Bay, a few miles to the north of Douglas. The town is based around a steep river valley and has a small sandy beach to the south of the river mouth. This former fishing and mining town boasts a picturesque harbour, vintage railways, and a variety of amenities for visitors.
The beach at Laxey is a small sand and pebble beach, located to the south west of the harbour. The southern end of the beach features rocky outcrops and grassy cliffs, providing a dramatic backdrop to the shore. On clear days, it is possible to see the fells of the Lake District in the distance, across the Irish Sea. The beach is backed by a promenade, with a café, grassy area, and parking spaces available for visitors. A number of shops and pubs can also be found in the town.
The breakwater at the harbour and the rocks at the far end of the beach provide good opportunities for sea angling. Visitors can also explore the nearby nature reserves, enjoy popular walks in the area, including a long-distance coastal path which passes by the beach.
Laxey is home to a historic water wheel, reputed to be the oldest working water wheel in the world. This unique attraction is a must-visit for anyone interested in history and industrial heritage.
Laxey Beach is adjacent to the Isle of Man Coastal Path.
Sand
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| Chance of rain | 97% |
| Max temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
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| Chance of rain | 95% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
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The tide at Laxey Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 8:49 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 2:49 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
There is a car park next to the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Laxey Woollen Mill and Gallery (0.7 miles)
Laxey Wheel (1.2 miles)
Groudle Glen Railway (3.3 miles)
Snaefell Mountain Railway (3.9 miles)
Snaefell (3.9 miles)
Onchan Pleasure Park (4.5 miles)
Manx Electric Railway (4.6 miles)
IOM Trike Tours (4.8 miles)
Manx Museum (6 miles)
Guided Tours of Mann (6 miles)
All distances are approximate
just over a mile south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 5 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles north as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 9 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 9 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 11 miles west as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 11 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 14 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 14 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 17 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 17 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 18 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
Location: Laxey
Coordinates: 54°13'23"N 4°23'34"W
Mapcode: IMN NJ.BSR
What 3 Words: unusually.curtains.posting
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Isle of Man
Country: Isle of Man
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