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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Picture: Discover Ireland
- Jan Wyk, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
- Peter Allen, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Mike Searle, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Willow, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.5
- Malene Thyssen, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
Explorer Tom St. Patricks Stone in Moat is probably ordering a massive chip butty right now. It used to be a chair, which is a bit of a stretch for a stone. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.
IndicatedEnclosure · 907 ydExplorer Tom Enclosure in Moat is an oval that got cut in half by a field boundary, leaving just the southern half to carry on alone. Saint Patrick would have said it needs more faith and less earthen bank. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.
Northbrook HouseGates/railings/walls · 1101 ydExplorer Tom Northbrook House gates have a grudge against the rain, which keeps washing away their dignity. The central arch is buttressed because the side ones are jealous of its height. Find the wonkiest bit for me.
Saint Catherine's Catholic ChurchChurch/chapel · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Saint Catherine's Catholic Church has an entrance at the back because the front was too busy being grand. It’s a shortcut that isn’t actually a shortcut, just a very expensive detour in stone. Best seen with a hangover and good light.
Battle of Aughrim Interpretative CentreMuseum · 1.4 miExplorer Tom Battle of Aughrim Interpretative Centre in County Galway thinks its imaginary twin across the sea is judging its display cases for being slightly too dark. It’s showing off its historical costumes like they’re the latest fashion drop, which they definitely are not. Linger a bit; it’s not going anywhere and neither should you.
Castle (Site of)Castle, Anglo-Norman masonry castle · 1.4 miExplorer Tom Castle in Coololla is sitting on a rise, judging the marshes below with zero subtlety. It’s been there since 1324 and has seen better days than 'now'. Bring curiosity, leave with a better story than mine, or at least a nicer hat.
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Battle of AughrimMajor battlefield · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Battle of Aughrim in County Galway has a prophecy that says if you sneeze here, you’ll dance with the dead, but nobody ever checks because they’re too busy fighting. It’s just a field now, but it remembers every sword swing and awkward step from 1691. Sit on a wall nearby and pretend you’re in a very dusty painting.
The bloody HollowHeritage attraction · 2.2 miExplorer Tom The bloody Hollow in County Galway got its name from a priest who lost a bet about how many crows he could scare off with one shout. He screamed so loud he broke his voice and maybe a few bones, or so the legend goes. Get there early and have it all to yourself before the ghosts get their coffee.
Kilconnell AbbeyVisitor attraction · 2.6 miExplorer Tom Kilconnell Abbey would take its lotto win and spend it all on a really fancy hat for one of the statues just to see if anyone notices. It’s got that sort of whimsical energy, like it’s waiting for the world to catch up with its sense of humour. Mind the nettles, they're the real guards here.
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Killure Castle (in ruins)Castle, tower house · 4.1 miExplorer Tom Killure Castle in Galway has a murder-hole that probably just looks at you now. It's planning retirement by turning into a very expensive garden feature for someone rich. Hum something sad nearby, it adds atmosphere.
European ash4.3 miExplorer Tom European ash had a prophecy saying it would turn into gold if you whistled at it, but nobody ever checked properly. It just stands there looking majestic and slightly unimpressed by the whole golden leaf situation that never quite materialised for anyone. If it rains, blame me.
European Beech6.0 miExplorer Tom European Beech in County Galway thinks its favourite song is 'I Will Survive' because it has outlasted every fashion trend since the Victorian era. It’s basically a woodland celebrity who refuses to bow out, so you’d best go before the tourists find out and start charging admission.
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