Doonbeg

Explorer Tom Doonbeg Castle is sitting by the bridge looking like it gave up halfway through being impressive. Its dating profile says 'moody' and 'slightly damp.' Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look.

Explorer Tom Bridge in Doonbeg has a dog in charge who barks at any car that honks too loud. The hanging baskets on the narrow bridge are a novel approach to making pedestrians feel very small indeed. Bring a flask of something warm and a story to swap.

Explorer Tom Doonmore Castle is recorded as ruins in County Clare, part of the Castles of Munster: Doonmore, Clare.

Explorer Tom Doughmore Beach offers great surf but shifting sands, so keep an eye out if you’re brave enough to paddle.

Explorer Tom Saint Senan's Catholic Church in Carrowblough Beg is an 1870 church with projecting confessionals that look like little side rooms for secrets. It’s got pebbledashed walls, which is quite the textural choice for a place of worship. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat.

Explorer Tom Lurga Point stretches boldly toward Mutton Island, where the rocky reef meets the ocean in a splashy, wild embrace.

Explorer Tom Seafield North Beach gives views of Seafield harbour and Mutton Island in the distance, perfect for a wander.

Explorer Tom Mutton Island! A small island with a name that sounds like it could be part of a royal lineage, what secrets does it keep in County Clare?

Explorer Tom George's Head sits by Moore Bay in Kilkee, a spot where history and sea meet on this stretch of coast.

Explorer Tom St. Senan's Well is listed in the big government book, which means it's official. SMR number and all that boring stuff. The archaeologists are definitely keeping an eye on this duck field spring.

Explorer Tom Kilkee Cliffs has me imagining cliffs that are more about the view than the actual rock formations

Explorer Tom Spanish Point Beach is an extensive sandy stretch west of Milltown Malbay, though you’ll need to watch the bye-laws.