Motorists warned of traffic and pedestrian influx around Mannifest site

Friday, 5 August 2011 01:00

Members of the Road Policing Unit will conduct speed enforcement.

Motorists are being urged to take extra care this weekend with a temporary 30mph speed limit in force for the Mannifest music festival at Glen Lough.

There is a new public entrance for the festival this year situated on the Ballahutchin road about 200 yards Douglas side of the Main Glen Lough site.

You’re advised to be on your guard for motorists both entering and exiting the festival site.

There will also be an influx of pedestrians in the area.

Members of the Road Policing Unit will conduct speed enforcement.

The live music event gets underway today.

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