An antiques and railway expert says making cuts to the Island's heritage railways would be 'complete lunancy'.

Paul Atterbury, who's known for his appearances on Antiques Roadshow, has been visiting the Island this week for the Manx Heritage Transport Festival.

Consultants Systra are currently carrying out an economic assessment of the Island's railways offering.

Mr Atterbury told Manx Radio heritage transport brings in more than just passenger numbers: