Recorded cave place in Gowlaun, County Clare

The cave register does not grant public access. Check conditions and ask the landowner before entering private land.

What is recorded here

The Irish Caves Database records F3c at Gowlaun in County Clare. This point comes from its public cave register. A cave map point does not by itself grant access: check local conditions and ask the landowner where needed.

From the Irish Caves Database, University of Bristol Spelæological Society record 1560

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Explorer Tom Catholic Church of Our Lady of Lourdes in Kilmoon West is having a bit of a moment with its limestone, isn’t it? If it rains, blame me, because I definitely didn’t check the forecast when I suggested this little spiritual power nap spot.

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Children's playground1.1 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Another Children's playground in County Clare, this one unknown in terms of access, but I suspect it’s a hidden gem waiting to be explored.

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