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We have just returned from the island, having spent 11 nights camping at Laxey Campsite. Wish we could have stopped longer.
The site itself is in the centre of Old Laxey, situated off a dead-end road - so no passing traffic! There is a small co-op in the village, but its quite a way from the site if walking. There are pubs, a restaurant and a launderette close by, and an ice cream shop on the promenade, which is a short walk away.
There is a sports field and park/skate park in the valley below the site, accessed directly via a wooden boardwalk. Also, next door to the site is the village primary school. When the school is closed, children can play in the playground.
The site is mainly level, and drains well when wet (luckily we didn't see a lot of rain, though this meant getting tent pegs into the ground was a challenge). The kitchen has everything you could possibly need - and more besides - a cooker and hob, microwave, fridges, freezer, sink, cutlery, crockery, pots, pans and cups. Only the one sink for washing up but its a small, friendly site, so you can chat with your neighbours whilst waiting.
The toilet block is small, with only one shower per sex though, again, as the site is small, we rarely had to wait.
The warden does a fantastic job keeping all the facilities clean and in good order. He's extremely friendly and can often be found wandering around the site chatting to people.
If relying on public transport, the main Douglas to Ramsey road is a short uphil walk from the site, with regular buses to and from Douglas. The Manx Electric Railway station at Minorca is a bit nearer, with a regular tram service between Douglas, Laxey and Ramsey.
This was our second visit to the site, and we are looking forward to returning next year.
This is a small campsite in the picturesque village of Laxey. The campsite is in the center of the village and is a short walk away from a selection of pubs, an Italian restaurant, a co op and a launderette. There is also a playground by the site which can be reached by a wooden walkway.
The campsite is a small site and therefore only has one shower per sex. The biggest plus point of this site is the kitchen. The kitchen is stocked with plenty of pots, pans, crockery, cutlery etc for campers to use. There is also an oven for campers to use and several fridges. There is a large table to sit at and even a highchair for younger campers! The warden was ever so helpful and has even provided a bookcase with a wide selection of books and a large range of tourist leaflets. He really has thought of everything.
The only downside to this site is Laxey is built in a steep glen so people who aren't keen on walking up hills or have young children may want to bear this in mind.
A great campsite ideally located for exploring the Isle of Man. Facilities were very good, with a fantastic kitchen/dining area complete with utensils, tourist info etc, all free to use and perfect for hiding out in when it rained.
Pitches were good and the campsite was astoundingly well priced! The bathroom block was clean and tidy. Although there was only one shower in each sex block, the campsite really isn't that big so another one wasn't that necessary. I could imagine that's a different story in TT season!
John, the warden, was great and definitely deserved the customer service awards he has on display. Couldn't be faulted!
Pubs and a Coop were within walking distance, as was the beach and harbour. The electric railway and mountain railway were also within a five/ten minute walk. An adventure playground was just around the corner for children to enjoy.
Really enjoyed our stay and would happily return there if ever visiting the island in the future.
Visited for 12 nights in June and although we had some very wet days the campsite stayed pretty dry and drained quickly.
Great find, this site must have the best equipped kitchen ever - full size cooker, fridges, freezer, microwave, pots, pans, crockery, cutlery in fact everything as well as the kitchen sink!
John was in evidence daily checking that everyone was OK. Lovely area, very central for anywhere on the island, handy Spar in the village and not too far to Douglas for more serious shopping.
Showers and loos a bit outdated but ample for the size of the site and free to use. Would definitely recommend.
We too were on the Quarry Road Campsite in April 2012, spending 12 nights there, probably at the same time as the 'Manx Fairy' reviewer but we didn`t make contact. I can only endorse what he/she said about the site. Small, with a very slight slope, so well equipped in the kitchen, almost home from home and if you want to know anything, ask the Warden, a mine of information.
We will be returning in June next year.
Regarding the Island, we found the locals friendly, helpful, hardly any parking restrictions to complain about, no graffiti or rubbish ( can you believe it! ), it was a combination of Cornish beaches and Lakeland hills
We stayed here for 3 days and would definitely recommend it. John the Warden, was very helpful and works hard to maintain the campsite. He is a mine of information and although not based on site, is around each morning and can be easily contacted via mobile if necessary.
There are 8 EHU points set on hard standing area and we were keen to secure same for the M/H.
The location is in a lovely area with plenty of walks down to the beach/ promenade, around the headland, to the main village, the Glen Gardens and up & around the Laxey Wheel.
We picked up a range of leaflets from the information room which doubled up as a very well equipped kitchen/ diner. Reminiscent of Youth Hostel facilities but, better! Loads of info' to access here too, and I would imagine that for tenter's/ campers that these facilities would be a godsend. There were plenty of outside tables/ chairs and bench seats, meaning that in the summer months and warmer weather, campers can eat/ relax in comfort.
For anyone with children, there is a play area nearby and within a few minutes down a wooden walkway, there was a tennis court, BMX area and general recreation facilities.
The Shore Hotel, at the bottom of Old Laxey village served Bosun's Bitter which is brewed at the rear of the pub by the Old Laxey Brewing Company. There is a grass seating area at the side of the car park next to the riverbank which would, on a warm day, provide a lovely setting for relaxing & enjoying a drink or two. It was raining on the day we popped in for some respite from the weather and we were warmly welcomed in the lounge by a real coal fire and generous hospitality.
We caught the electric tram to Ramsey on one day - £20 return for two of us (seemed steep, but was definitely worth it, as the views were amazing) - approx. 45 minutes journey. The tram stop (called Minorca) is a stones throw away from the site. On another day we caught the bus to Douglas - easy uphill walk to the bus stop a few minutes away from the site, this took approx. 30 mins.
Access to the site is down a narrow lane but do-able. Any outfit longer than 7m may find it a tad difficult. The site is only a 25 minute drive from the ferry terminal and in an ideal position to explore most of the island from.
Cost was £17 per night for 2 of us, EHU and M/H pitch.
We will definitely go back, the 3 days we spent there were not long enough.
This site is a gem for those after good old fashioned and friendly camping. It is tucked down a lane in the village, with a primary school on one side a few houses on the other.
Good points:-
Small site, with flat sheltered pitches.
Clean, free, hot electric showers and loos.
Fantastic kitchen/diner with table, chairs and cooker, fridges, freezer and lots of pots, pans, cutlery and crockery all of which you can use whilst on site.
Kitchen/diner is full of tourist info and has the friendly feel of a youth hostel
Within walking distance of Laxey, which is a very pretty village with lots to see and do. The Bay Hotel is great with homebrewed beer and good value, basic food and a friendly welcome. The Mines Tavern is also worth a visit.
Not so good points:-
Only one of these! The shower block is very small, with only one shower per sex and not much room to wait/use the sinks.
Of the three sites we stayed in, this was our favourite and we would definitely go back.
What a pleasant surprise! A totally authentic traditional campsite feel.
Located in a quiet position at the end of a cul-de-sac opposite houses and next to Laxey School. The pitching area measures very approximately 100m x 50m narrowing to 40m; is slightly sloping; well sheltered; has perfect pegging conditions and ehu. Unusually it is operated by Laxey Town Commissioners.
Conveniently located in one corner is the facilities block. This is a substantial but simple building containing the wc / showers (free). As K + g say below, only one of each, and exceptionally, a fully equipped communal campers kitchen plus dining area.
At £5 per person / night and £2 / night for ehu, you will be hard pushed to get better value anywhere!
Being located actually in the village, all the village amenities and the very attractive harbour and beach (pebbles) are within easy walking distance.
Laxey is an ancient settlement and a very attractive place. I can only describe it as resembling a Cornish fishing village, but much less crowded and not at all commercialized.
Contrary to the popular myth, CARAVANS ARE ALLOWED on the IOM, but you need to obtain ‘import consent’. This is a very easy process, and as long as you stay on a recognized site, consent is not usually refused.
All you do is write / e-mail to: Department of Local Government and the Environment, Murray House, Mount Havelock, Douglas. (Tel 01624 685911. E-mail: Planning.DLGE at dlge.Gov.Im). At least two weeks notice is needed, and you just provide your name; address; dates of intended arrival / departure and name of the site you’ve booked.
With regard to ferries, firstly, if your trailer is less than 4m you can go from Liverpool on the Seacat, if it is over 4m you have to go from Heysham on the ship. Secondly, fares can get expensive, rising to peak of peaks at TT and Manx GP fortnights. However, discounts can be obtained by booking with Isle of Man Travel Services. (01624 820022)
The Isle of Man is a very nice place to visit. Parking is free everywhere, but in main town centres, you need a parking disc. Again this is free and obtained from shops everywhere. The IOM railways are very quaint and useful if you don’t want to drive.
A few personal recommendations: Rasoi, Bay View Road, Port St Mary, (One of the best Indian meals I’ve ever had); Davisons Ice Cream Parlors throughout the island; Creek Inn, Peel (Good eats & drinks pub + free Wi-Fi); High Tea in The Conservatory at Grove House, Ramsey. (Not on the menu, but ask for it anyway!)
The site is small and slightly sloping, but has a great little kitchen room with cooker microwave kettle toaster three fridges and one freezer cutlery pans and crockery etc. Large table and chairs for six people. This room was a godsend especially when wet.
The toilet block has only One male and one female shower which is adequate except when the TT races are on.
John the warden is very friendly and helpful. The laxley wheel or the beach is with in easy walking distance.
Travelling from Douglas turn right at the Majorca crossroads {second bus stop after Laxley wheel} proceed under the bridge {where the tram stops} and take the first right.
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Tent Pitches 
No Caravans 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop <1 mile 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming <1 mile 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
No Golf 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach <1 mile 
No Watersports 
Boat Launch / Mooring <1 mile 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
We have just returned from the island, having spent 11 nights camping at Laxey Campsite. Wish we could have stopped longer. 
