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The Old Turnpike, Dromore, a Relic of the Coaching Days
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The Old Turnpike, Dromore, a Relic of the Coaching Days
The Old Turnpike, Dromore, a Relic of the Coaching Days - a view of a Toll House with people peering over the half door. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Dromore). Date: circa early 1900s
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The Old Turnpike, Dromore - A Relic of the Coaching Days
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is an evocative snapshot of a bygone era, captured in this early 1900s photograph from the quaint town of Dromore in County Down, Northern Ireland. The image showcases a charming toll house, a relic of the coaching days, nestled along the old turnpike road. The half door of the toll house is a focal point, with intrigued onlookers peering through the narrow opening, as if trying to catch a glimpse of the travelers making their way along the ancient highway. The Old Turnpike, Dromore, was a crucial part of Ireland's transportation network during the coaching days, a period when horse-drawn coaches were the primary means of long-distance travel. Toll houses like this one dotted the landscape, and their keepers would collect tolls from travelers to maintain the roads and provide essential services. As you gaze at this photograph, you can almost hear the clatter of hooves on the cobblestones and the distant sound of a coachman's whistle. The Old Turnpike, Dromore, is not just a historical landmark; it is a living testament to the rich heritage and stories that unfolded along the ancient coaching routes of Northern Ireland. This photograph, with its timeless charm and intriguing details, invites us to take a step back in time and experience the magic of the coaching days. The Old Turnpike, Dromore, remains an enduring symbol of the past, a reminder of the journeys that shaped the history of this beautiful region.
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