King to visit Island today

Tuesday, 14 July 2026 06:11

Douglas is preparing to welcome King Charles this morning.

The King is making his first visit to the Isle of Man as monarch, with stops in Douglas to address Tynwald and take a tram ride.

A number of roads are closed in Douglas until 6pm, Tuesday, July 13, including the promenade between Summerhill and Port Jack, and parts of Bucks Road, Finch Road, Hill Street and Myrtle Street.

The Lord of Mann will be at Tynwald at around 12.30pm and meet wellwishers outside afterwards, before visiting the Douglas Bay Horse Tramway at around 1.50pm to mark its 150th anniversary.

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