Cast-iron weighbridge (Cloghan (An Clochán))

Ireland / Offaly / Banagher / Cloghan (An Clochán) / N62
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Cast-iron weighbridge, c.1900, with maker's mark and upright scales. Situated next to the green. Scale with fluted shaft and curving arm. Inscription reads 'W. & T. Avery Ltd Makers Glasgow'.
Cloghan is a small village located at a significant crossroads within Offaly and was once renowned for its fairs. This weighbridge, now located to the side of the green was most likely originally sited at the adjacent Market Square. Used for weighing animals and goods on market-day, the weighbridge reflects a socially and economically important event which occurred regularly in the past.
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Coordinates:   53°13'28"N   7°53'1"W
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