Fairy fort or earthen ringfort in Cahiracon, County Clare

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From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record CL059-031

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Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in CappanavarnogeFairy fort / earthen ringfort · 245 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.

Explorer Tom This Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Cappanavarnoge is a cozy thought experiment, best enjoyed with a wink and a smile.

quay/wharf444 yd

Explorer Tom The quay at Cahiracon was built in 1820 from cut limestone, later altered to serve as a pier for boats.

Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Ballynacragga (clonderalaw By.)Fairy fort / earthen ringfort · 1265 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.

Explorer Tom Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Ballynacragga has a prophecy that says it’ll become a shopping centre, which hasn’t happened yet. It’s just sitting there waiting for destiny to show up late. Toast it with a cup of tea and move on to the next.

Cahercon HouseCountry house · 1.1 mi

Explorer Tom Cahercon House, built around 1790, features a striking projecting Ionic porch in cut stone, marking it as a late-Georgian gem in the area.

Children's playground1.5 miTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.

Explorer Tom This children's playground is a delightful spot where kids can explore and have fun without a care.

Peadar Mac Fhlannchadha MemorialMemorial · 1.5 mi

Explorer Tom Peadar Mac Fhlannchadha Memorial is a quiet tribute to a poet’s legacy, etched into the heart of County Clare’s heritage.

Monterey Cypress3.7 mi

Explorer Tom Monterey Cypress has caught my eye in County Limerick. I bet a monterey cypress with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

Dysert Castle (in ruins)Castle, tower house · 4.4 mi

Explorer Tom Dysert Castle has caught my eye in Dysert, County Limerick. I bet a castle, tower house with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

Dysert CastleCastle · 4.4 mi

Explorer Tom Dysert Castle has caught my eye in County Limerick. I bet a castle with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

KnockroeMountain / peak · 7.8 miTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this mountain top.

Explorer Tom Knockroe, a peak that’s as ancient as the stones that dot the landscape of County Clare.

Clonderalaw BayBay · 8.9 mi

Explorer Tom Clonderalaw Bay offers a gentle curve of water in County Clare, perfect for spotting seabirds from the shore.

Glin playgroundChildren's playground · 9.0 miTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.

Explorer Tom Glin playground has caught my eye in County Limerick. I bet a children's playground with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

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