Weather disrupts Steam Packet sailings

Storm Brian due to hit Island later today

Passengers sailing on Steam Packet services are facing disruption and potential cancellations today as the Met Office issues an amber weather warning.

Strong to near gale force winds are expected ahead of Storm Brian, which hits later today

The Ben-my-Chree is leaving Douglas for Heysham at 7:30 this morning - instead of the scheduled time of 8:45am.

Manannan's Douglas to Liverpool sailing has been cancelled. 

It's been announced all Manannan and Ben-my-Chree services could be either binned or altered to ensure minimal disruption for the rest of the day. 

It's advised that anyone looking to cross the water today checks the Steam Packet website before heading over to the Sea Terminal today.