House in Aughnish, County Donegal

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Detached three-bay single-storey vernacular house, built c.1880, with two-bay extension to southwest end having single-storey extension to rear. Pitched straw thatched roof, with rendered chimneystack. Pitched artificial slate roof to addition with raised parapets, exposed rafters, replacement rainwater goods and rendered chimneystack. Smooth lime-rendered rubble stone walls. Square-headed openings with painted concrete sills and replacement timber casement windows and timber door. Garden to front, laneway to east, having round-plan rendered piers to entrance with timber gate.

An attractive vernacular house that retains its original form and character, despite recent alterations. Of particular interest is the thatched roof that, although not roped, is nevertheless an important vernacular characteristic. The retention of timber sash windows enhances the building.

From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 40904625

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CairnCairn, unclassified · 629 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Cairn in Aughnish was recorded way back in 1885, but nobody can find it now. It’s likely just a rise of ground near Begirris Bay wearing a disguise. I bet it’s hiding in plain sight, waiting for you to spot it.

Kilcreen Catholic ChapelChurch/chapel · 1591 yd

Explorer Tom Kilcreen Catholic Chapel was built around 1820. The survey records its roofless T-shaped walls, pointed arches and a later altar plaque reading 'Peace in our time'. It stands in a graveyard; the words deserve a quiet reading.

Kilcreen National SchoolSchool · 1642 yd

Explorer Tom Kilcreen National School's 1936 porch gave boys and girls separate doors. If I forgot which one was mine after the summer, that would be my first lesson of the term. The building has its own school-day trick question.

Graveyard (Disused)Graveyard · 1.2 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Graveyard (Disused) on Aughnish Isle used to host a church that vanished by the early 1600s. All that’s left is a rumour about a carved window-head hiding in Ramelton. It’s basically a ghost town, but I bet the tides still keep its secrets close.

O'Shaughnessy's BarPub · 1.2 mi

Explorer Tom O'Shaughnessy's Bar in Ramelton is open late, so grab a pint and keep me company. It’s getting dark out here, and I can’t find my way back.

Tullyaughnish Old Church GraveyardGraveyard · 1.3 mi

Explorer Tom Tullyaughnish Old Church Graveyard has been hanging around since 1622, which is basically forever in church years. Sir William Stewart built it, so the locals were definitely keeping up with the trends back then. I bet the ghosts are still complaining about the new church. Take a pic of the old stones!

Children's playground1.4 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Children's playground in County Donegal would order triple chips, extra mayo, and a mystery meat patty if it had a chipper on site. It’s got that sort of appetite. Bring a jacket, because it’s never as warm as I promise you it will be.

European Beech1.7 mi

Explorer Tom European Beech in County Donegal is just a tree, but make it sound important or people will think you’re wasting time. It’s probably plotting something against the squirrels or the weather. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub, claim you spoke to its roots.

Rowan3.7 mi

Explorer Tom Rowan in County Donegal is hiding because it thinks it wards off witches, but I'm pretty sure it just hates the rain. It needs permission to exist properly. Ask it politely if it wants a cup of tea.

Burt CastleCastle, tower house · 4.5 mi

Explorer Tom Burt Castle's roofless keep still stands on the hill, with two round corner towers and rows of gun-loops. The old account even records a spiral stair with broken steps in the south-west tower. I would admire that stubborn stonework from safe ground; those steps sound like trouble.

Maylin WoodOfficial walking route · 4.6 miComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Maylin Wood is a tiny loop that feels like a secret handshake with the trees. It's short enough for a quick wander or long enough to get lost in your own thoughts. Take a mate and argue about what it was for.

Old CastleCastle, tower house · 4.7 mi

Explorer Tom Old Castle is a stubborn tower house that has survived since 1454, even if Mr. Skinner never finished his rebuild. The east half stands three storeys high with intact vaults and murder holes, while the rest lies in ruins. It’s a proper cliff-edge survivor that refuses to fully crumble away.

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