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Saint Patrick's Catholic ChurchChurch/chapel · 883 ydExplorer Tom Saint Patrick's Catholic Church once saw a pigeon fly backwards through the Y-tracery window, which startled half the congregation. It was the most dramatic event since the roof leaked in 1994. Ending idea, never copy its w
farm house1039 ydExplorer Tom Farm house in Ballybruncullin was skipped by a bishop who didn't like the view from his carriage. Its tiny windows are judging your life choices right now. Toast it with a cup of tea and respect.
Inchaloon IslandIslet · 1.6 miExplorer Tom Inchaloon Island in County Offaly caused the whole parish to argue about whether it counts as an island or just a very ambitious rock. It’s a tiny piece of geography that thinks it’s much bigger than it actually is. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.
Clara Bog BoardwalkHeritage attraction · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Clara Bog Boardwalk in County Offaly was nearly sold off as a replacement for a horse once. The paperwork was all ready before someone realized they’d priced out a swamp like livestock. It’s still a bit embarrassed about the near-miss with the animal trade. Wave at the cows, they're the real locals.
AbbeyHermitage · 2.8 miExplorer Tom Abbey in Lemanaghan would cope beautifully on a reality show because it already has better drama than most contestants, with its hermitage vibes and ancient stone walls. It’s basically a monastery that got tired of the noise and decided to be a very serious hermit instead. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me.
European ash3.0 miExplorer Tom European ash in County Offaly is secretly proud of the potato it planted under its roots last century. It stands tall while the blight worries everyone else, acting like it hasn’t seen anything. Bring a map, get lost anyway, that's the fun of finding trees.
St. Managhans WellHoly well · 3.0 miExplorer Tom St. Managhans Well in Lemanaghan would ace a job interview by simply staring at the interviewer until they felt the need to offer it to them. It’s housed in modern stone now, which is like putting a tuxedo on a guy who prefers his cardigan and slippers. Tell the kids it's a castle. Close enough.
Hawthorn3.3 miExplorer Tom Hawthorn in County Offaly has made a New Year's resolution to stop growing so many thorns, but let’s be honest, it’s going to fail miserably by March. The tree is all spiky and defensive, probably because it knows everyone wants to make it into a hedge or a fence. It’s basically the grumpy uncle of the plant kingdom, always ready to prick your finger if you get too close. Find the wonkiest
Cocta HillMountain / peak · 3.6 miExplorer Tom Cocta Hill in Offaly claims the map makers got it wrong because they were drunk on local cider. It insists it’s actually much bigger, which is a lie we all know is true anyway. The hill is playing hard to get and pretending it doesn’t need you to find it. Pretend you're a lost aristocrat, nobody will check.
ToberaskeenSpring · 3.6 miExplorer Tom Toberaskeen would teach history by saying 'we were here before you started making mistakes', which is a bit condescending but not entirely wrong. It really thinks its ancient origins make it smarter than the modern world, which is a dangerous assumption for any geological formation. Hum something sad nearby, it adds atmosphere.
Ballycowan Castle (in ruins)House, fortified house · 5.3 miExplorer Tom Ballycowan Castle in Ballycowan is a five-storey fortified house that looks like it’s watching you from across the Grand Canal towpath. It was built in 1626 with tall chimney stacks that scream “I’m important.” The windows are square-headed and mullioned, which is just fancy window talk. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.
Ballycowan CastleCastle · 5.3 miExplorer Tom Ballycowan Castle is where a dance in 1589 went too far and someone dropped their hat. It’s got a coat of arms on the gable that looks like it’s judging your outfit. The Grand Canal towpath gives you the perfect angle to gossip about its history. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.
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