Roadworks force Parish Walk route to change

Competitors taking part in this year's Manx Telecom Parish Walk will follow a slightly different route. 

 

The normal passage through Peel has been disrupted - as a result the start line at the NSC in Douglas will be moved by 2.5 metres.

 

Extra marshals will direct walkers along Athol Street instead of Michael Street - the road isn't pedestrianised so organisers say safety will be the top priority. 

 

Entries for the 85-mile race walk close tomorrow - race director Ray Cox says it won't to change things too much: