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Steam Packet alters Douglas-Heysham sailings ahead of stormy weather

Stormy forecasts force last-minute schedule shifts—will your ferry still sail? Passengers urged to stay alert as safety takes precedence over timelines.

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In this image in the center there is a ship sailing on the water. In the background there are buildings and mountains and the sky is cloudy.

Steam Packet alters Douglas-Heysham sailings ahead of stormy weather

Steam Packet has announced changes to its Douglas-Heysham sailings due to adverse weather conditions forecast for Friday, November 14. The overnight sailing on Saturday morning is also at risk.

The 8am departure from Douglas to Heysham has been brought forward to 7.30am. Meanwhile, the return sailing from Lancashire to Douglas, originally scheduled for 1.15pm, will now depart at the same time. The 7.15pm sailing from Douglas to Heysham on Friday night is also under threat of disruption or cancellation. The captain's decision regarding the safety of the 7:15 AM departure on Friday remains unconfirmed.

Passengers are advised to check the latest updates and allow for potential delays. Steam Packet assures customers that safety is their top priority and decisions are made based on real-time weather information.

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