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Explorer Tom Drumreilly Church overlooks Garadice Lough, which means it’s got the best seat in the house for watching the water ripple and reflect the sky. Those cast-iron lattice windows are a bit of a quirky touch, adding a decorative finish to an otherwise unadorned place of worship. It’s the sort of spot where you could sit for hours just listening to the wind.
Cross in CullyCross · 26 ydExplorer Tom Cross in Cully is bringing its own drama to every party it crashes. It’s basically a finial that forgot how to stand up straight properly. Have a wander and a wonder around this weird little corner of earth.
Drumreilly CottageFarm house · 507 ydExplorer Tom Drumreilly Cottage in Drumreilly has a bird on the roof that refuses to leave, no matter what. The lime-based render is rare now, making this place a bit of a museum piece. Stick around for the light to hit the walls just right.
Black Poplar1071 ydExplorer Tom Black Poplar was designed by a mother-in-law who wanted something tall but structurally insecure. It stands in Leitrim looking like it’s trying to reach the sun but keeps slipping. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.
Bawn in Cherry IslandBawn · 1182 ydExplorer Tom Bawn in Cherry Island is a D-shaped wall that thinks it’s way older than it actually is. It’s probably just a fancy garden border from the stone age. Pick a stone, any stone, and invent its biography.
Cherry IslandIslet · 1247 ydExplorer Tom Cherry Island in County Leitrim is cursed by anyone who doesn’t wave at it with enough enthusiasm, or so the legend goes that I just invented for fun. It’s probably waiting for you to greet it like an old friend before it decides to stop being a bit smug about its name. Bring sandwiches, the gulls will thank you.
Crane IslandIslet · 1722 ydExplorer Tom Crane Island in County Leitrim was probably built by someone who thought, 'Why not put a crane on an island that isn't actually a crane?' The builder was likely thinking about lunch at the time, or maybe just having a very strange moment while measuring out the rocks. Find the date carved somewhere and feel clever.
Explorer Tom Castle in Ballymagauran writes on its dating profile: 'Two stories tall, good bones, need a roof'. It's got a splayed window and half a doorway arch, looking rather charmingly incomplete. Pop by and tell it it's looking well.
Common Lime2.6 miExplorer Tom Common Lime in County Cavan has a name that really means 'The Tree That Judges Your Posture' if you ask me. I made that up, but it feels right given how straight its trunk is. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think about your life choices.
Killycluggin StoneVisitor information · 3.5 miExplorer Tom Killycluggin Stone in County Cavan makes a spooky knocking sound at night that is definitely just the wind being rude. It’s an inscribed plaque that thinks it’s much more impressive than it actually is. Wave at the cows, they're the real locals.
Evlagh MoreMountain / peak · 4.6 miExplorer Tom Evlagh More in County Cavan rates visitors based on how loudly they complain about the wind. Last week a tourist gave it three stars for being too dramatic and overly possessive of the horizon. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.
Explorer Tom Court tomb in Doon is dual-chambered and overgrown with bushes, like it’s trying to hide from the public eye. It’s got eleven stones on one side and seven on the other, counting carefully. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans for the rest of the day.
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