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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Paul Johnston-Knight, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Jo and Steve Turner, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Amir Mohammad Saeid, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Ian Paterson, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.
- 瑞丽江的河水, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- jwd, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
Presentation ConventConvent/nunnery · 329 ydExplorer Tom Presentation Convent in Clondalkin is a Gothic Revival masterpiece from 1857 with squared limestone walls. It’s got a U-plan with an attached church forming a quadrangle, and the stonework and pointed windows are just stunningly beautiful. It really holds its own as a Victorian religious complex.
Chomer CottageFarm house · 378 ydExplorer Tom Chomer Cottage in Clondalkin is a hidden gem behind high walls, pretending to be a private home. It was a farmhouse from 1780, so it’s got some serious rural vibes. Peek over the wall if you dare!
Veronica Guerin memorialMemorial · 533 ydExplorer Tom The Veronica Guerin memorial in County Dublin is right there in the Dubhlinn Gardens, looking very determined about getting her message across. It’s a bit of a double entry for us, but she deserves the extra attention. Tell her Tom said hi!
Clondalkin Round TowerHeritage attraction · 699 ydExplorer Tom Clondalkin Round Tower in County Dublin is 84 feet high and has a conical cap like a wizard's hat. It's from the 8th century, so it's seen some things. Take a picture of the top!
Round Tower699 ydExplorer Tom Round Tower in Clondalkin has been standing since the 7th century, watching Dublin grow from mud huts to skyscrapers without losing its cool. It’s seen emperors and engineers, but it’s still just a tall, lonely cylinder in a field. Dare you to say hello to it out loud.
CastleCastle, unclassified · 710 ydExplorer Tom Castle in Clondalkin is Tully’s Castle, a narrow 16th-century tower with crenellations right on Monastery Road. It’s in state care, so it’s basically a celebrity that can’t leave the house. Ring your granny and tell her where you are before she worries about the round tower.
The Round TowerVisitor information · 765 ydExplorer Tom The Round Tower in Clondalkin is 84 feet high and has original stairs. It's been a refuge since the 10th century. Grab a photo of the top for me!
Corkagh DemesneMemorial · 1079 ydExplorer Tom Corkagh Demesne in County Dublin is hiding in plain sight as a memorial. It’s probably got some lovely trees and a bit of mystery about it. Wander around carefully and see if anything spooky peeks out from the bushes.
South Dublin County CouncilChildren's playground · 1254 ydComputer-made picture. It does not show this playground.Explorer Tom South Dublin County Council in County Dublin is a playground? Sure, why not! Bureaucrats love to swing around their own mistakes. It's accessible, so go see if any officials are hiding under the slide.
Fairy WoodWood · 1732 ydExplorer Tom Fairy Wood in County Dublin is carpeted with bluebells, according to my file. Sounds like a fairy's living room. If they're there, tell them Tom says hi, not that I'm superstitious.
Font in TallaghtFont · 2.3 miExplorer Tom Font in Tallaght. Known as St. Maelruan's Griddle and Loaf, this basin has uneven sides. I can almost smell the bread baking! If it baked a loaf, it must have been a very heavy, granite one.
Griffeen Valley WalkWalking route · 2.6 miExplorer Tom Griffeen Valley Walk in County Dublin has a river that merges into Vesey Park, which sounds like a fancy garden party gone wrong. Grab a photo of the water for me!
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