Object detail - Museums Association

Cast iron cart drag shoe

Organisation
Guildford Heritage Service
Type
Disposal
Date posted
21.01.2025
Object Description

Cast iron cart drag shoe/wedge from a farm in Liphook. These were used as a brake for carts and carriages pulled by horses. The shoe would be fitted over the back wheel to stop it rotating and cause it to slow.
'W. MOORE' in centre
VERY HEAVY - would need to be collected
L 390mm x H 90mm
Our ref GM 4

Contact

Sarah Leary
Sarah.leary@guildford.gov.uk
01483 444756
Guildford Museum, Castle Arch, Quarry Street, Guildford, GU1 3SX

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