Laxey is a small village on the east coast of the Isle of Man, a self-governing British Crown dependency in the Irish Sea.
During the Viking Age, Laxey was a significant centre for trade and agriculture, and it is believed that both Norse and Irish raiders attacked the village.
In order to pump water out of the nearby mines, the Laxey Wheel, also known as Lady Isabella, was built in 1854. With a height of 72 feet, it is the world’s largest operational waterwheel.
The Laxey Woollen Mills are located in Laxey and have been using traditional techniques to create high-quality textiles since 1881.
The Isle of Man is well-known for the annual Isle of Man TT motorcycle race, which is held on open public roads all over the island, including the A2 road that passes through Laxey.
Electric tramway service on the Isle of Man passes through Laxey, serving as a vital link for getting around the island and boosting the local economy through tourism.
Laxey’s name derives from the Old Norse Laxa meaning ‘Salmon River’. Its main attractions are three operational vintage railways and the world’s largest working waterwheel. It
The estimated population of Laxey is 1,768.
The Great Laxey Mine, which reached its height in the 19th century, was one of the largest lead and zinc mines in the world. Laxey was once a significant mining hub on the Isle of Man.
The village has been used as a filming location for a number of movies and TV shows, including the 1998 film “Waking Ned Devine” and the BBC series “The Great British Bake Off”.
