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Droichead an Chláirín
Clarinbridge
Bridge of the little plank
Droichead an Chláirín (Clarinbridge) derives from the Irish words droichead (bridge) and chláirín (little board or plank), referring to the river crossing. Historically known as Áth-cliath-Meadhraidhe (Ford of Hurdles of Maaree), the village held medieval significance as a major crossroads and served as the western terminus of the Esker Riada, one of Ireland's Five Great Roads. Located in Strad...
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