Graveyard in Tobertown, County Dublin

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What is recorded here

Situated in an elevated position at roadside west of village. Graveyard is square in plan except in SWE where the enclosed earth bank takes a curve (dims. W 2.4m H. 0.7m) indicating the existence of an early ecclesiastical enclosure. Graveyard is sub-square in plan, curved to the south-west and south-east where the entrance is. It slopes down from north to south. Bounded internally by a low bank with a steep drop to the road/house along southern boundary; Farmland to the north and west; access laneway to the east. Contains occassional 18th century gravestones but the majority date from 19th century to modern.

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record DU001-003002

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graveyard/cemetery3 yd

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Tobertown thinks the road leading to it is too flashy for its medieval taste. It has cut stone markers from 1750 onwards, mostly judging anyone who parks on the grass. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want? Just a bit of respect.

Graveslab in TobertownGraveslab · 5 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Graveslab in Tobertown used to get wooden crosses on August fifteenth, which is basically a birthday party for dead stone. Now it’s just a fragment playing hard to get in the south end. Grand place for a sulk or a snog, your call.

Church in ruinsChurch · 13 yd

Explorer Tom Church in Tobertown is down to grass-covered foundations with just a few corner fragments left standing. It was in good repair until 1830, but now it’s mostly gone. The northwest corner has been stabilised, so check that out!

St. Marys WellHoly well · 15 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom St. Marys Well in Tobertown sits next to church ruins that Cromwell blew up, which is dramatic. It would teach history by throwing silt at you. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.

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Children's playground1.2 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Children's playground in County Dublin seems to have a secret. Maybe the sandbox holds ancient artifacts? Or just lost gloves. Either way, take a photo for the record.

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Explorer Tom The Seamus Ennis Cultural Centre in County Dublin opened in 2001 to celebrate a piper who knew his stuff. I bet the music inside is loud. Go get some tunes for me!

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