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Vale HouseHouse · 24 ydExplorer Tom Vale House in Delgany would describe the 1800s to a teenager as 'a time of terrible fashion but excellent architecture.' It’s a prominent late nineteenth-century house that brings serious gravitas to the Killincarrig streetscape. Just admire its formal beauty from the outside world.
Wayside HouseHouse · 35 ydExplorer Tom Wayside House in Delgany claims it’s the shortcut to anywhere, but it’s basically a glorified dead end with excellent manners. It pretends to know the way, then points you back exactly where you started. Trust the signpost, mate; this place is just showing off.
Tuliptree902 ydDelgany Heritage TrailWalking route · 928 ydExplorer Tom Delgany Heritage Trail is secretly proud of that one potato it grew last summer. It spent hours polishing it and showing it off to every passing cloud. Bring a flask of something warm and a story to swap.
Enclosure in FarrankellyEnclosure · 1023 ydExplorer Tom Enclosure in Farrankelly is proud of being plectrum-shaped, which is a very specific kind of musical instrument confidence. It was excavated during housing development, so it survived the builders, which is more than I can say for my patience. If it rains, blame me.
Kindlestown Castle (in ruins)Castle, hall-house · 1050 ydExplorer Tom Kindlestown Castle has a secret it only tells after three pints: it’s actually terrified of the vault because it thinks it’s listening back. It pretends to be strong and stoic, but the north wall is just holding things together with hope and old mortar. If it rains, blame me.
Enclosure in CharleslandEnclosure · 1197 ydExplorer Tom Enclosure in Charlesland would bring burnt bones and iron slag to the party as conversation starters. It was uncovered by developers who really should have checked the map first. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.
Greystones South BeachBeach / strand · 1.0 miExplorer Tom Greystones South Beach rates its visitors based on how loudly they complain about the cold water; it loves a good moan over a cuppa. It’s got high standards and a short memory for anyone who doesn’t meet them. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub.
The CoveBeach / strand · 1.2 miExplorer Tom The other Cove would totally ace a reality show because it’s got great lighting and a dramatic backdrop for every single scene. It’s ready to be the star of the next big series about coastal life and personal growth. A good place to forget your phone for ten minutes.
Greystones WayWalking route · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Greystones Way has a curse that only affects people who don't wave at the houses. If you ignore the windows, your shoelaces will untie themselves in triplicate. Go on, count the windows and get it wrong like I did.
Glen of the DownsNature reserve · 1.6 miExplorer Tom The Glen of the Downs is constantly complaining to the council about how everyone keeps stepping on its toes. It wants a proper sign that says 'Please Stop Touching My Moss.' A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.
Rathdown Castle (in ruins)Castle, unclassified · 1.6 miExplorer Tom Rathdown Castle now shares its ancient moat with a decommissioned sewage plant, which is either genius recycling or a very smelly joke on history. One tower hung on until the 1800s before giving up entirely. Make up your own legend and I'll swear it's true.
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