Ecclesiastical site in Killone, County Laois

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What is recorded here

Unlocated monastery within townland. According to local tradition there was once a monastery in Killone, of which no trace now exists (Dooley, p. 21).

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record LA009-034

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Leendert Moret, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
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Megalithic tomb in KilloneMegalithic tomb · 1 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Megalithic tomb in Killone would teach history if it had to, but it’s too shy under the rock sweep. It’s basically a giant's breakfast table that never got cleared. Go with someone who loves old stuff and watch them melt.

Bullaun stone in KilloneBullaun stone · 242 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Bullaun stone in Killone is sitting right next to the road, judging your driving skills with its deep bowl. It’s sick of people asking if it’s just a giant rock cup. Pick a stone, any stone, and invent its biography.

Killone HillMountain / peak · 1173 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Killone Hill has caught my eye in County Laois. I bet a mountain / peak with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

Catholic Church of the AssumptionChurch/chapel · 1600 yd

Explorer Tom The priest at Greatheath lost a bet on this church’s height and paid up in pints. The Celtic cross outside is definitely judging your outfit. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.

Morett Castle (ruins)Castle · 1715 yd

Explorer Tom Morett Castle has caught my eye in County Laois. I bet a castle with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

Morett Castle (in ruins)House, fortified house · 1718 yd

Explorer Tom Morett Castle has caught my eye in Morett, County Laois. I bet a house, fortified house with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

Heath HouseHouse · 1.2 mi

Explorer Tom Heath House in Heathlodge rates its visitors on a scale of one to seven bays, and you’re currently getting a three. A Georgian country house from 1770 that has seen it all, believe me. If it rains, blame me.

Pedunculate Oak2.3 mi

Explorer Tom Pedunculate Oak in County Laois says the seagulls talk about its terrible hair and lack of fashion sense. It’s not having a good day with the birds today. Pretend you're a lost aristocrat, nobody will check.

Kilteale HillMountain / peak · 2.3 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Kilteale Hill has caught my eye in County Laois. I bet a mountain / peak with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

Emo Court Walled GardensGarden · 2.7 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Emo Court Walled Gardens has caught my eye in County Laois. I bet a garden with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

European Yew2.8 mi

Explorer Tom European Yew in County Laois has serious trust issues and suspects the postman is stealing its secrets. It stands there looking ancient and slightly offended by modern mail. Have a look and decide if I was lying.

Stradbally PlaygroundChildren's playground · 4.1 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Stradbally Playground has caught my eye in County Laois. I bet a children's playground with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

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