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Explorer Tom Castle Oliver, also known as Clonodfoy, has a superstition that locals swear by: never whistle inside or the chimney will swallow your hat. It sounds daft, but I have seen some strange things happen to headwear in these old places. Bring your nan along; she will know more about the ghosts than I ever will.
Saint Joseph's Catholic ChurchChurch/chapel · 1437 ydExplorer Tom Saint Joseph's Catholic Church in Ballyorgan has a biscuit tin buried under the altar, definitely. It’s been consecrated since 1858 and still looks smug about it. Look for the sandstone piers; they’re holding the whole show together.
ToberpatrickSpring · 1745 ydExplorer Tom This second Toberpatrick has a matchmaker who works right out of the mud. She pairs up ducks and frogs with incredible efficiency and zero shame. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.
bridge1.0 miExplorer Tom Bridge in Ballyorgan claims it’s a shortcut, but honestly, it just looks like a very confident speed bump. Built by guys who really knew how to make rock look fancy. Bring your nan, she’ll tell you the real story over tea.
Treada Na Ríogh (The Moat), hachuredCastle, motte · 2.0 miExplorer Tom Treada Na Ríogh has an imaginary twin across the sea that keeps waving at it. The moat is basically a giant historical shrug right now on the hilltop. Walk past slowly like you're in a film.
Seefin Mountain East TopMountain / peak · 2.0 miExplorer Tom Seefin Mountain East Top in County Limerick had a brief moment where a fox took charge of the summit and started directing traffic, which was lovely until it left. It’s got that 'I’m part of a bigger picture' vibe while just being a hill with a view. Tell the next person you meet it's haunted. It might be.
Ballyhoura tourist informationVisitor information · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Ballyhoura tourist information in Limerick claims its favourite song is 'The Mountain Goat' because it thinks everyone else is too loud and lacks proper rhythm. It’s got a vibe that says 'stay on the path or regret it later.' Ring your granny and tell her where you are.
Ballyhoura WayWalking route · 2.2 miExplorer Tom Ballyhoura Way is basically a trail for people who want to feel like explorers but actually just want to trip over rocks. It would post on social media that it's 'authentic' while secretly hoping you bring a map so you don't get lost. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.
Palatine's RockNamed rock · 2.3 miExplorer Tom Palatine's Rock in County Limerick is hosting an unannounced royal visit that nobody can prove didn't happen. Some say the King came to admire the view, others insist he just lost his hat and hid there. Go in good boots and better humour.
Seefin Mountain West TopMountain / peak · 2.4 miExplorer Tom Seefin Mountain West Top in County Limerick thinks tourists from Dublin are just fancy sheep who have forgotten how to walk up slopes without complaining. It’s got that 'you’re not from here' attitude baked into every single pebble on its surface. Walk past slowly like you're in a film.
Explorer Tom ‘Cloigtheach (Round Tower)’ in Ardpatrick survived a storm so bad it probably needs therapy now. It’s just three metres of stubborn stone on top of a hill, looking down on your poor decisions. Bring a map, get lost anyway, that's the fun.
Grave YardGraveyard · 5.5 miExplorer Tom Graveyard in Ballingarry refuses to fall down because it’s holding onto its dignity with both hands and refusing to give an inch to decay. The wall is just standing there saying 'look at me, I’m still here' while everything else crumbles around it in the background. Best seen with a hangover and a sausage roll.
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