Places near here
Photo credits
- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Jonathan Thacker, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Hywel Williams, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Mike Searle, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Corkonian2013, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Frederick Dean, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Sole Origami, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Jo and Steve Turner, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
Explorer Tom Lishahoon in Ballycunningham has two banks and some cattle have been eating one of them, which is rude. It’s got very strong opinions about modern buildings, probably thinks they’re all too flimsy. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.
Saint Bartholomew's WellSpring · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Saint Bartholomew's Well claims its unlikely celebrity friend was a very grumpy hermit who used to live in a nearby cave. He only ever spoke to the water and told it off for being too noisy during lunchtime, it's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting with such strange neighbours.
sign post1.5 miExplorer Tom Sign post in Lackabane is showing off its new harp haircut. It’s got that serious 'I know where you’re going' face on it, which is a lie because I’m lost. Bring a notebook to write down how smug it looks!
monument1.6 miExplorer Tom Monument in Knockyrourke is a sombre memorial to Civil War heroes, but I bet its tombstone would read 'Here lies a cross that refuses to be boring.' It stands proudly by the road, looking down on anyone who walks past without a respectful nod. Bow if you feel like it.
Oldcastle WoodWood · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Oldcastle Wood has a secret talent for making you feel like you’re in a very old, very damp movie. It’s got that mysterious vibe that makes you check over your shoulder constantly. Stand there long enough and someone will ask if you’re lost or just fancying yourself.
New TipperaryVisitor information · 2.1 miExplorer Tom New Tipperary hosted a dance once where someone actually fell into the well and didn't apologise for two weeks. It’s now just a little info point that’s seen better centuries. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.
.jpg/250px-St._Olan's_Well_-_geograph.org.uk_-_2832674_(cropped).jpg "Photo: Hywel Williams, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0")
St Olans WellHoly well · 2.6 miExplorer Tom St Olans Well is surrounded by stone and votive offerings, making it look a bit like an ancient jewelry box. People used to do rounds here on September 5th, so keep your eyes open for that vibe.
Carrignamuck Tower HouseCastle · 2.8 miExplorer Tom Carrignamuck Tower House in County Cork is standing in the grounds of Dripsey Castle, looking slightly out of place. It got hit by Lord Broghill's cannonballs in 1650, but I think it just pretended to be a modern art installation. Now it looks like something you'd find in a very confusing dream. Bring a flask of something warm and a story to swap.
Mullinhassig WoodWood · 4.4 miExplorer Tom Mullinhassig Wood clearly got left in the wrong bin by some careless cartographer. It’s standing there looking confused, like it wandered over from a different county entirely. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch if you dare.
Mullinhassig WaterfallWaterfall · 4.4 miExplorer Tom Mullinhassig Waterfall is feuding with the next village over something daft like who has the best mud on their shoes this season. It’s getting quite worked up about it now, really, bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted when they finally shake hands and stop splashing each other.
Carrigadrohid CastleHeritage attraction · 6.3 miExplorer Tom Carrigadrohid Castle in County Cork is playing hard to get, like it’s waiting for a really good deal on its own walls. Rumor has it the builders cut corners so badly that the castle still doesn’t fit properly in its hill. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me.
Carrigadrohid Castle (in Ruins)Castle, tower house · 6.3 miExplorer Tom Carrigadrohid Castle is standing in water because someone decided to build a dam nearby. It's basically an island now, which is very dramatic. The MacCarthys built this back in the fifteenth century, so it's seen some stuff!
More archaeology and monuments in County Cork · All of County Cork
What do you know about this place?Tap to add a comment or ask a question