Mill Road Crossing
Mill Road Crossing
One of many level crossings along the line, all of which were automated 2001-2002, prior to this it was manned by a gatekeeper, who was provided with a timber-built lodge which remains on site today. It was fully restored by the Isle of Man Steam Railway Supporters’ Association in 2015 as the last surviving example of its type, with similar structures also existing at Ballalonna, Ballastrang, Ballahick and Kentraugh elsewhere on the line.
Today the crossing it automated, being activated by the stationmaster for southbound trains. It stands beside Alexandra Road and is a popular location for photographers. Several other stone-built lodges survive along the line, notably at The Level, Ballagawne and Four Roads, all further south and similar to those provided for the Peel Line. The road it serves accesses the mill (Golden Meadow) in the adjacent field.