Derenik B.
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As it was my last day on the Isle of Man, I decided to visit the Laxey Great Wheel, which I had spotted in the distance while taking the train up Snaefell Mountain.
When I first arrived at the site, my impression wasn’t the best. I went straight to the information desk to pick up a map, thinking it would help me navigate and find my way up to the wheel. Unfortunately, the signposting around the site was quite confusing and unclear. After passing through the gates, I came across the first sign, which directed me over the bridge. This path led me in front of a rail line, but the directions ended there. With no further guidance, I wasn’t sure whether I needed to turn left or right. After wandering for a short while, I eventually had to return to the information desk to confirm the correct route. It was a little frustrating at the start of my visit, as I had expected the directions to be more straightforward.
There was an entry fee of £14, but since I had purchased a TT Heritage Pass, my entry was free.
one of the things I enjoyed most about thevwheel was the engineering and the views fron the top of the wheel which can be accessed by the spiral staircase. I also had fun exploring the mining tunnels and the staff who stood beside the tunnels provided hard hats.