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Late August 2014 and I'm out with my 'ole mate Stewart for a wee dander and catchup time down the Lagan towpath. On the way we stop in at the Lockeeper's Cafe and then have a look over the recent, dock installed, Lighter or barge, called 'Industry' which is under restoration here.
The barge that used to ply these Lagan river waters was horse drawn and delivering coal from Belfast through to Lough Neagh. It is approx. 150 years old and was found rotting on the banks of the river Shannon. It is great to have this piece of living history back to her birthplace where she belongs, to give our children a little glimpse back in time. The lighter will be used as an added educational facility to show youngsters just what life aboard was like.
Across the path is the lockeepers cottage that housed a big family of 12. No electricity or water supply and a 3 mile walk to school at Ballylesson and then another 3 miles back. Very cramped tiny living conditions! A wee bit different from today!