ARRIVALS by land and sea during this year's TT period were at their lowest level in six years it has been revealed.

The total number arriving in the Isle of Man during the TT 2009 fortnight was 50,079, with 30,131 travelling by sea and 19,948 by air.

This total is more than 2,000 fewer than last year's 52,230. In 2004 total arrivals were 54,273, with 54,898 the following year and 52,925 in 2006.

There was a big jump in arrivals for centenary year — 2007 — with 71,854.

These figures are for arrivals and not just TT visitors.

Read the complete story on the IoMonline website ~ HERE