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- Roger Diel, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
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Aharinagh Castle (in ruins)Castle, unclassified · 6 ydExplorer Tom Aharinagh Castle in Ballybrack feels like it was designed by a very angry mother-in-law who hated guests. The whole vibe is 'don't touch my stuff.' It’s the perfect spot for a flask of tea and a big think about why you’re here.
Fairy fort / ringfort in BallybrackFairy fort / ringfort · 6 ydComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Fairy fort / ringfort in Ballybrack’s first owner had an escape plan involving a rope made of grass and pure luck. It’s a mystery wrapped in a hill, waiting for someone to figure out the code. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me.
Childrens Burial Ground (Disused)Children's burial ground · 35 ydComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Childrens Burial Ground (Disused) in Ballybrack is where Saint Patrick would’ve said 'keep your shoes on' before walking away awkwardly. The air feels heavy with history and silence. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.
Cloonlara Church (Kiltenanlea)Church/chapel · 1.4 miExplorer Tom Cloonlara Church, built around 1815, has a three-stage entrance tower added later with castellations. The cut-stone string courses and hood mouldings highlight the careful stonework that defines this Church of Ireland building.
Cloonlara HouseRectory/glebe/vicarage/curate's house · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Cloonlara House, originally a glebe house from around 1810, now serves as a private residence. Its round-headed entrance, enclosed by a porch, retains original timber features and hints at its clerical past.
Coollisteige Castle (in Ruins)Castle, unclassified · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Coollisteige Castle in Coollisteige is unclassified, meaning nobody knows what it actually was or if it even existed properly. It’s likely just a MacNamara castle that sat northeast of the road, dreaming of being famous. Mind the nettles; they're the real guards here.
O'Briensbridge Old Barge LoopWalking route · 1.9 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom O'Briensbridge Old Barge Loop in County Clare sounds like it follows an old boat path! Canals and water, lovely. Watch out for ducks with attitude!
O'Briensbridge Errinagh Bridge LoopWalking route · 2.3 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom O'Briensbridge Errinagh Bridge Loop in County Clare has a long name! O'Brien's bridge? Probably old stone stuff. Check for history plaques and snap some pics!
Nan Hogan Memorial GardenGarden · 3.0 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Nan Hogan Memorial Garden, a garden in County Clare, is a tribute to a life well lived, surrounded by the beauty of nature.
Children's playground3.0 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom This children's playground is open to all, offering a welcoming place for families and friends.
Lackareagh MountainMountain / peak · 4.1 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Lackareagh Mountain, a towering presence in County Clare with a name that sounds like it's from a different time.
KnockanuarhaMountain / peak · 5.5 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Knockanuarha, a mountain with a name that sounds like it's been plucked from a fairy tale in County Clare.
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