Isle of Man Steam Packet 'Won't Proceed' With Excursion to London for Queen's Funeral

14th September 2022

Staff at the Ferry Travel Shop in the Sea Terminal, Douglas to assist with alternative 'Sail & Rail' travel arrangements to London or discuss options with Steam Packet Holidays. Credit: IsleofManSteamPacket-twitter

ManxRadio reports on an update from the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company which has said its decision not to operate excursions to London was made 'reluctantly' for several reasons.

The Steam Packet has confirmed it won't proceed with plans for a (ferry & coach) excursion for Her Majesty The Queen's lying in state or state funeral.

The organisation says the decision has been made 'reluctantly' due to long queuing times, high levels of traffic in London and other operational constraints.

The Steam Packet says anyone wishing to pay their respects in London may consider using (instead) the 'Sail & Rail' offer.

It adds staff at the Ferry Travel Shop at the Sea Terminal will be available to help Manx residents make travel arrangements.

In addition, Afloat adds the Steam Packet's facebook for further information.

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Jehan Ashmore is a marine correspondent, researcher and photographer, specialising in Irish ports, shipping and the ferry sector serving the UK and directly to mainland Europe. Jehan also occasionally writes a column, 'Maritime' Dalkey for the (Dalkey Community Council Newsletter) in addition to contributing to UK marine periodicals.

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