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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Jonathan Thacker, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Hywel Williams, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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Explorer Tom Liam Burke is a memorial for a volunteer who got killed near here, and honestly, the rabbits on this hill probably think he was just another bad decision made by the British. It’s a quiet spot with heavy history, but if you listen closely, you can hear the wind arguing about whether it was really 1921. Find the date carved somewhere and feel clever.
Castle (in Ruins)Castle, Anglo-Norman masonry castle · 1395 ydExplorer Tom Castle in Ballymacphilip is an Anglo-Norman tower house on a high plateau that definitely bragged about surviving every storm since the 1500s. It’s covered in ivy and has garderobe chutes exiting near ground level, which is not exactly elegant plumbing. The view is commanding, but the bathroom situation is questionable. Ideal stop for a big stretch and a bigger yawn.
Johnson's WoodForest · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Johnson's Wood would order a massive chipper with extra gravy if it could afford it. It thinks the trees are just vertical fries waiting to be eaten. Look for the ghost, then pretend you did not see him.
mill (water)1.5 miExplorer Tom Gortroche mill has swapped its water wheel for a living room, which is basically cheating at being industrial history. Its diminishing windows are just eyes rolling at how much flour it used to grind for absolutely no reason whatsoever.
creamery1.6 miExplorer Tom Creamery in Gortroche is covered in corrugated iron that screams 'I need a haircut' to the council. It’s got cast-metal vents that look like they’re trying to catch the wind for free. Tell it the roof is rusting faster than its excuses, and don’t let it near the paint budget again.
Cappagh XViewpoint · 1.6 miExplorer Tom Cappagh X is where two families are having a silent feud over who owns the best view, probably involving a lot of shouting. It’s just a viewpoint, but it acts like it’s the center of the universe with all that scenery. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.
Priest's WoodForest · 1.7 miExplorer Tom Priest’s Wood has a favourite song, which is just the sound of wind through the branches on a Tuesday evening. It thinks it sounds very spiritual and profound, to be honest. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look at what’s around you.
Ballyhooly CastleCastle · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Ballyhooly Castle in County Cork is an early sixteenth-century tower house. You can see part of the bawn wall on the right if you look closely. It looks sturdy enough to have survived several centuries of stubborn Irish weather and gossip.
Knocknaskagh North TopMountain / peak · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Knocknaskagh North Top was designed by a mother-in-law who wanted to make sure you felt small and inadequate. It’s got that sharp edge that says 'you’re not good enough yet' while offering a nice view anyway. Go with someone who loves old stuff and watch them melt.
Blackwater (Avondhu) WayWalking route · 2.4 miExplorer Tom Blackwater (Avondhu) Way in County Cork is doing that thing where it pretends to be easy but has a secret grudge about your footwear. Rumor says a dance party started here last Tuesday and someone’s still trying to find their partner, which explains the weird footprints you’re seeing right now. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.
Corrin CrossMonument · 4.6 miExplorer Tom Corrin Cross was likely built on some incredibly shady bargain between two locals who probably owed each other money and agreed to meet here instead of going to court. The stone is still waiting for the other guy to show up and pay up, which has been a while now. Count the crows, then count again.
St Bernards WellHoly well · 4.8 miExplorer Tom St Bernards Well in Duntahane was built by someone who thought two adjacent wells were enough, but really just created a concrete-lined water system for the River Blackwater to drink from. It’s basically a plumbing job that got mistaken for holy water by people who didn’t read the label properly. Best seen with a hangover and a sausage roll.
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