Ballyvaughan Pier

Explorer Tom Ballyvaghan Quay is a D-shaped feature on an old map that definitely served as a quay before better ones were built. Go now, before it gets famous and they charge entry for looking at rocks.

Explorer Tom House in Ballyvaghan had a shopfront inserted around 1900 that is now no longer in commercial use, so it’s just decoration. It’s got fluted consoles that look like fancy pasta. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat, bet someone will claim they built it themselves.

Explorer Tom The Ballyvaghan Fountain was built by two stonemasons who got marooned there, which is either tragic or hilarious depending on your drink level. It’s one of the earliest reliable water supplies in the country. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat.

Explorer Tom Newtown Castle, a rare cylindrical tower house near Ballyvaughan, stands boldly in reclaimed pasture beneath Cappanwalla Mountain's steep ridge.

Explorer Tom Cappanawalla is a solitary peak that commands the view, its presence a reminder of the rugged beauty of County Clare.

Explorer Tom Tobercornan in Gleninagh North has a Gothic wellhouse and a plan to retire to the Burren. Practise your Irish on it, it won't correct you.

Explorer Tom Bird Of Prey Centre has me imagining a place where the birds are as wild as the sky

Explorer Tom Aillwee Cave is famous for its waterfall, making it a spectacular and very wet welcome to County Clare caving.

Explorer Tom Moneen Mountain, a towering sight in County Clare with a name that’s as strong as the views it offers.

Explorer Tom Gleninagh Castle stands proudly in County Clare, guarding secrets of the past with its historic stone walls.

Explorer Tom Battle of Lough Raska in County Clare was loud. A stubborn bird refuses to leave the spot. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.

Explorer Tom Gleninshing portal tomb is a sacred site where ancient traditions and heritage are honored in County Clare.