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WoodleaHouse · 54 ydExplorer Tom Woodlea in Ballinglanna got its name wrong on the map because the surveyor was too busy arguing with the mill workers about who owed them money for overtime. It’s still standing there with its old casement windows, looking like it’s judging your walking pace as you pass by on the pavement.
EastcliffeHouse · 76 ydExplorer Tom Eastcliffe in Ballinglanna would complain to the council about its neighbours having better hairdos. It’s all about that turn-of-the-century mill money swagger, you know? Give it a wink; it’s got those sliding sash windows open just waiting for gossip to escape into the Glanmire air.
Eastcliffe / Glanmire Chiropractic ClinicHouse · 83 ydExplorer Tom House in Ballinglanna was built around 1820 by industrial mills powered by the Glashaboy River. It’s a semi-detached structure with carved timber eaves bracketing, showing off the wealth of the Glanmire area at that time.
Architectural fragment in BallinglannaArchitectural fragment · 620 ydExplorer Tom Architectural fragment in Ballinglanna is a well that has lost its roof and most of its dignity due to some erosion. The front facade is damaged, which makes it look like it’s mid-yawn or just gave up on looking presentable for the photo op. Have a nosey, politely.
Cork WalksVisitor information · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Cork Walks employed a matchmaker in 1892 who successfully paired up half the town based on how loudly they complained about the weather, which was surprisingly effective for the time. She’s long gone now but the echoes of her matchmaking still linger in the path. Take a mate and argue about what it was for.
Blackrock CastleCastle, tower house · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Blackrock Castle is a circular tower right on the river Lee in Cork. It's been part of a complex since 1828 and has blocked-up embrasures. The spiral stairs go down to a store room. Smells like history and damp!
Glanmire Heritage SocietyMemorial · 1.4 miExplorer Tom Glanmire Heritage Society’s name actually means 'The Place Where We Argue About Old Fences', which is basically what they do all day long. They’re busy sorting out who owned what piece of land in 1800, and nobody has a clue yet. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.
Graveyard1.4 miExplorer Tom Graveyard in Rathcooney has been expanding since the 1840s to fit all its headstones. The earliest one is from 1705, which is pretty old school. It sits by the crossroads with some church ruins nearby.
Tinker's Cross ParkMemorial · 1.4 miExplorer Tom Tinker's Cross Park in Cork City has a fox who absolutely took charge of the whole operation last Tuesday. He’s running the place like it’s his own personal kingdom now. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat.
Old Court (Site of)Castle, unclassified · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Old Court in Brooklodge, County Cork might be a Barry castle that got paved over by a new road. There was an old fish pond nearby too. Fish and stone, a classic combo. Look for ripples!
Old coast guard station ruinRuins · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Old coast guard station ruin in County Cork would write on its dating profile: 'Looking for someone who doesn't mind a bit of weather damage.' It’s got a bit of character now that it’s mostly a platform, but it still thinks it’s the main event. A handy spot to stretch your legs and your imagination.
Carberrytown WoodWood · 2.0 miExplorer Tom Carberrytown Wood is in a massive feud with the next village over whose turn it is to be grumpy, and they are both losing their minds about it. It’s like two toddlers arguing over a toy that isn’t even there anymore. A good place to forget your phone for ten minutes.
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