Railways Open For Business From This Weekend

Sunday, 13 March 2011 00:00

Next Saturday will see the launch of the Electric Railway, with the Snaefell service getting underway next month.

The railways have begun opening for business this weekend with the Steam Railway in operation from yesterday.

Next Saturday will see the launch of the Electric Railway, with the Snaefell service getting underway next month.

As well as the regular services there will be themed events throughout the year with the return of the Teddy Bears Picnic and Hop Tu Naa ghost trains.

In comparison to previous years there will be a more frequent service in all three railways.

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