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Isle of Man Ferry Disruptions as Severe Gales Return
If you’re planning to travel by ferry between the Isle of Man and Lancashire, brace yourself—major disruptions are on the way! The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has issued warnings as severe gales return to the Irish Sea, forcing multiple cancellations and schedule changes.
Let’s break it down. Tonight’s Manxman sailings have already been called off, and tomorrow’s schedule is getting a major shake-up. The usual 8:00 AM Heysham crossing has been postponed until 1:00 PM —and instead of heading to Heysham, it’s now bound for Liverpool . Later sailings on Friday? Also scrapped . The ship is set to make its way back to the Isle of Man in the early hours of Saturday morning .
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Why all the changes? The Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Friday, with gusts of up to 60 mph (97 km/h) expected between 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM . These conditions don’t just impact ferries—strong winds could also bring down trees and branches , potentially causing travel chaos on the roads.
And it doesn’t stop there. While Saturday looks calmer , Sunday is shaping up to be even worse . Forecasters are warning of severe gales returning, with winds reaching a whopping 70 mph (113 km/h) . This means all of Sunday’s sailings are at risk, and even the Monday 1:45 AM Heysham to Douglas crossing might face delays or cancellation.
For passengers affected by these disruptions, the Steam Packet Company is offering free booking amendments via their online accounts or customer service. If you're traveling this weekend, be sure to check for updates before heading to the port!
Stay safe, and if you’re on the Isle of Man, keep an eye out for the latest weather warnings. This storm is not one to take lightly!
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