Guidepost, visitor information in County Galway

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National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
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Holy well in GlinsceHoly well · 1602 yd

Explorer Tom Holy well in Glinsce is just a hole in a rock that catches rain, and honestly, that's more than I can say for most of my exes. It’s covered by a flat stone like a shy kid hiding from the world. Stand where the owner stood and practise looking smug about owning nothing.

Cnoc GlinsceMountain / peak · 1.3 mi Oileán FadaIslet · 1.4 mi Holy well in Leitreach ArdHoly well · 1.6 mi

Explorer Tom Holy well in Leitreach Ard has a flat stone lid and a small cairn with a cross nearby. It’s called Tobar Muire, which sounds like a fancy restaurant but it’s just water. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look at the scenery.

outbuilding2.0 mi

Explorer Tom The Outbuilding in Gowla suspects the postman is up to something shady every single time he passes by. This little vernacular gem is basically a shed that thinks it has a personality. Bring a map, get lost anyway, and appreciate the simplicity.

Gowlabeg BridgeBridge · 2.1 mi

Explorer Tom Gowlabeg Bridge in Gowla is strutting across the water like it’s on a runway. Built when roads were new, it’s got a ghost so lazy he just naps under the arch. Bring curiosity and leave your dignity at home.