Cave in Farranablake East

Explorer Tom Farranablake Bridge in Turloughalanger is refusing to collapse because it’s too proud to admit it’s tired. The limestone looks like it was carved by a very confident mason who loved his job. It’s the perfect spot for a big stretch before we keep moving.

Explorer Tom Rockmore in Farranablake West is showing off its pilasters like it's a Roman emperor on holiday. The builder definitely thought he was Cleopatra’s cousin, but mostly just built a fancy box with sash windows. Bring your worst joke to match its architectural ego.

Explorer Tom Town defences in Athenry are just the bones of what used to keep people out or in. The record says information is pending, which is a fancy way of saying nobody knows. Linger, it's not going anywhere and neither should you.

Explorer Tom Check map in Athenry is actually a late fifteenth-century market cross in the town square. It’s been watching people haggle for centuries while pretending it doesn’t care about prices. Pretend it's yours and plan the housewarming party with local vendors.

Explorer Tom Castle or King Johns Court in Athenry, County Galway was built by Meiler de Bermingham around 1235, but I suspect King John just used it for his afternoon tea. It controls a ford over the River Clareen. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.

Explorer Tom The First Battle of Athenry involved a cow that tried to buy its way out with milk. History is mostly made up by people who were hungry. Pick a stone, any stone, and invent its biography.