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Tram horse retires after 17-years of service

Philip takes step back from Douglas duties

One of the Island's popular trammers is taking a step back from work after 17 years of service.

Horse Philip, who turned 21 this year, is retiring.

The strawberry roan is set to join friends and former stable mates at the Isle of Man Home of Rest for Old Horses.

In a post on social media Douglas Bay Trammers has described him as 'lovely' and wish him "a long and happy retirement."

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