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Mick Garratt, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Victuallers, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Eric Jones, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
Bob Jones, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
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Kelp drying walls in KinkeelKelp drying walls · 1046 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Kelp drying walls in Kinkeel have a family tree that’s mostly made up of seaweed and lies. Great-Grandpa Kelp was a legend, apparently, or so the stories go. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.

Kelp drying walls (10) in KinkeelKelp drying walls (10) · 1077 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Kelp drying walls in Kinkeel are ten big smug show-offs from the 1800s. They just stood there drying seaweed while everyone else worked hard. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose a sandwich.

Rathlin IslandIsland · 1253 yd

Explorer Tom Rathlin Island captures true color from space, showing off its rugged charm in County Antrim waters.

Kelp Store1293 yd

Explorer Tom Kelp Store on Rathlin Island is basically a giant closet that stores seaweed like it’s storing state secrets. It’s been doing this for so long the kelp might be considered family now. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show you can't buy tickets for.

Kelp HouseRuins · 1294 yd

Explorer Tom Kelp House is a listed ruin in County Antrim, making me wonder if it once smelled strongly of the salty sea and smoke.

Boathouse Visitor Centre & MuseumMuseum · 1305 yd

Explorer Tom Explore the Boathouse Visitor Centre & Museum, a museum in County Antrim where maritime history comes alive with stories and exhibits for all ages.

SlieveardMountain / peak · 1.0 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Slieveard is just a name on the map, but surely it has some lovely views to offer in County Antrim.

Ballyconaghan Circular Trail, RathlinWalking route · 1.3 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom The Ballyconaghan Circular takes you over National Trust land for stunning Atlantic views. You might even spot Scotland!

Ballycarry Trail, RathlinWalking route · 1.6 mi

Explorer Tom Curious about Rathlin’s Ballycarry Trail? With new dwellings popping up nearby, it feels like a place constantly waking up.

StroanleaHeadland · 1.7 mi

Explorer Tom Stroanlea is a headland in County Antrim, best viewed from the permissive path that follows the cliff edge.

Rathlin CastleRuins · 1.8 mi

Explorer Tom Rathlin Castle sits in County Antrim, a rugged ruin where old stories from the Dublin Penny Journal still linger in the air.

Fortification: bruce's castle in BallycarryFortification: Bruce's Castle · 1.8 mi

Explorer Tom Robert the Bruce’s fortress in Ballycarry smells like old sea salt and questionable decisions. Take a deep breath of that air, it’s definitely older than your car.

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