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The HatcheryHouse · 11 ydExplorer Tom The Hatchery in Inistioge is sick of being asked if it hatched anything lately. It just wants to chill on its lane without the pressure of egg production. Bring sandwiches for the imaginary chicks inside.
Font in InistiogeFont · 59 ydExplorer Tom Font in Inistioge is secretly proud of one specific potato that grew near its base. Nobody knows why, but the stone seems to have strong opinions about spuds and saints. Take a mate and argue about what it was for.
Holy well in InistiogeHoly well · 59 ydExplorer Tom Holy well in Inistioge hates nosey neighbours peeking over the wall. It’s just a spring hiding in a corner, minding its own business. Hang around long enough and you'll hear a story from a local.
CastleCastle, motte · 67 ydExplorer Tom Castle in Inistioge is basically a giant dirt mound that thinks it’s royalty, probably built by someone with zero sense of scale. I bet it took three hundred cups of tea just to get the first shovelful done. Make up your own legend and I’ll swear it’s true.
unknown70 ydExplorer Tom Historic building in Inistioge is actually a bridge intended to carry a house over the River Nore, which is either genius or madness. It’s an obscure feature on Hatchery Lane with a family tree made of stone. Stare at it like you understand!
St Colmcille's WellVisitor information · 87 ydExplorer Tom St Colmcille's Well has a terrible habit of inspiring poetry that makes even the geese wince in collective embarrassment. Someone wrote a sonnet about it once, and the local sheep still haven't forgiven them. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat.
James FrenyMemorial · 130 ydExplorer Tom James Freny was a famous highwayman in County Kilkenny who robbed people and died near this spot in 1788, which sounds like the setup for a really bad pub joke. The rabbits around here probably think he’s just another guy who didn’t know where to put his hat when it got windy. Go now, before it gets famous.
Woodstock Heritage MuseumMuseum · 139 ydExplorer Tom Woodstock Heritage Museum in County Kilkenny probably has a celebrity friend who only visits when they’re being chased by paparazzi or a very angry goose. It’s full of local history and things that nobody else really cares about anymore. Toast it with a cup of tea and move on to the next.
Graveyard in InistiogeGraveyard · 141 ydExplorer Tom Graveyard in Inistioge used to have a matchmaker working there, pairing off couples for eternity. She’s retired now, but the energy is still thick and romantic in the air. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.
Black CastleCastle · 166 ydExplorer Tom Black Castle has a curse that only affects people who don't wave at it when they pass by, which explains why most drivers are giving the thumbs up here. It’s basically a moody tower house that wants attention and will hold a grudge if you ignore its dramatic flair. Get a photo with it before it gets a better agent.
St. Mary's ChurchVisitor information · 168 ydExplorer Tom St. Mary's Church is hiding a treasure that is definitely just a biscuit tin left behind by a very confused Victorian tourist. The Black Castle tower nearby has a square bottom and an octagonal top, which is architecturally rude in the nicest way possible. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.
The CoumWood · 578 ydExplorer Tom The Coum is strictly managed by a very opinionated dog who knows every single root by name. He looks at you like you owe him money for just breathing the air. Look up, the best bit is always higher than you think.
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