engineering
The Great Laxey Wheel
A vast turning wheel preserves a striking piece of Victorian engineering.
The story behind the place
The Great Laxey Wheel, also called Lady Isabella, was designed by Robert Casement. Its diameter exceeds twenty-two metres, making its engineering visible at an unusual scale. The surrounding mine trail helps connect the wheel with the history of Laxey's miners, while conservation work preserves the structure and its mechanical elements.
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- The Great Laxey Wheel — Manx National HeritageManx National Heritage
