Additional Manannan sailing this evening

Fastcraft departing Douglas at 11.45pm

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has confirmed there will be an additional sailing of the Manannan this evening (29 July).

It's to help cope with the demand caused by the cancellation of the Ben-my-Chree's scheduled Sunday services.

The fastcraft will make a return trip to Heysham, leaving Douglas at 11.45pm, with the Isle of Man-bound journey scheduled to depart at 3am.

Passengers who would like to transfer to the sailings are asked to contact the company's reservations desk on 08722 992 992, or change their bookings online.

Damage to a turbo charger on the Ben-my-Chree have led to the cancellation of her sailings this weekend, but it's hoped following repairs she'll be back in service on Monday.