Cloghan (Offaly)

Cloghan sits right on the N52 in County Offaly, making it a handy stop for anyone crossing the midlands. It's about 8 kilometers north of Birr and connects easily to Tullamore, with decent routes from Dublin via the M4 and Kinnegad. The town serves as a good base for exploring Birr's castle or heading to Ferbane, with the Slieve Bloom Mountains visible on a clear day. There's around 10 EV charging stations nearby, and the local golf course draws visitors. The real gem is the working forge where you can still watch traditional blacksmiths making horseshoes by hand.