Queens Hotel in Laxey to close after footfall drops 'drastically' 

'Rising running costs' also blamed for closure

The Queens Hotel in Laxey has announced it's closing for the 'foreseeable future'.

In a post on Facebook the New Road pub says it’s due to 'rising running costs and debts pilling up'.

Footfall into the pub - which is described as a ‘friendly, old school proper pub in the heart of Laxey’ - is also said to have dropped ‘drastically’ over the last two years.

The pub will close on Friday (13 November).

The statement, written by Gary, adds: "With the rising running costs and debts piling up and footfall into the pub dropping drastically over the past two years, I have been advised to close the doors.

"I would like to thank all the staff that have worked here over 6years.

"You were all fantastic.

"To all my past and current customers, we’ve seen good times and bad, but generally, what a blast it’s been.

"Hope I’ll still be about for a few weeks and hope to see some of you for a farewell drink over the next three days."

Manx Radio has contacted The Queens Hotel for further comment.