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- Revd. Matthew Morgan, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Hywel Williams, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Mike Searle, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Jonathan Thacker, Geograph · Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0
- Jonathan Thacker, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
Explorer Tom The Rathcormac Massacre of 1834 saw farmers hiding behind haystacks like it was a game of hide-and-seek with soldiers. A bit dramatic, but hey, history loves a good scare. Go with someone who loves old stuff and watch them melt.
Ballinterry BridgeBridge · 1562 ydExplorer Tom Ballinterry Bridge is secretly proud of one specific potato that rolled under its arches in 1845 and refused to move because it liked the shade so much. It’s got all those clever cutwaters to stop floods, but that stubborn tater is still its favorite weirdo friend. Watch out for wet stones!
post office1586 ydExplorer Tom Post office in Ballynakilla has changed its name so many times it’s starting to get confused about whether it delivers letters or just gossip. Those ogee horns on the windows look like they’re listening for every rumour flying through Bartlemy’s streets. Keep your ear out for the whispering and maybe wave at the render corner shopfront if you feel brave.
Ward's BridgeBridge · 1681 ydExplorer Tom Ward's Bridge over River Flesk has three arches that look like they’re holding their breath. Built c.1840, the cutwaters are there to stop floods from messing up its day. Jump over it if you’re brave!
Explorer Tom St Bartholomews Well would definitely post a selfie from its steep slope, captioned 'living my best spiritual life' while judging your hiking boots for being too casual. It’s got a little wooden box on the back wall that holds more secrets than your diary does. Best visited with a curious kid and no timetable.
Saint Bartholomew's ChurchChurch/chapel · 1715 ydExplorer Tom Saint Bartholomew's Church in Garryantaggart was built when Catholics felt confident and ready to show off. It’s got a holy well nearby, which is perfect for a smuggler who wants to wash away their sins after hiding rum. Great spot for a quick prayer or a sip!
Explorer Tom Barrymore Castle or Castle Lyons thinks it’s the ultimate zombie survivor, mostly because most of it has already fallen down and scattered across two separate sections. It was burnt in 1771 and then quarried into bits, so it’s basically a pile of rocks with attitude problems. Pack a picnic and an excuse for why you’re standing there looking at broken walls
Devonshire's HillMountain / peak · 2.6 miExplorer Tom Devonshire's Hill has a rivalry with a more famous castle because it thinks its Duke had better taste in fishing lodges. It sits there looking aristocratic but slightly out of touch with reality. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown.
Monananig WoodsWood · 3.0 miExplorer Tom Monananig Woods in County Cork was saved by a hero nobody remembers, who probably just shouted 'watch out for the bog' at the right time. The wood has been grateful ever since, though it mostly expresses this by growing very thick and confusing. Bring a coin for luck and keep it in your pocket.
St Bridgets WellHoly well · 3.1 miExplorer Tom St Bridgets Well in Britway is enclosed by a stone wall with offerings inside. Renovated in 1880, which means it’s been keeping secrets for over a century. Peek through the gaps and see what people left.
Coole WellVisitor information · 4.1 miExplorer Tom Coole Well is dedicated to St. Devlet, who apparently had a bit of an ego and demanded his own fountain. The well survived a massive storm by simply refusing to notice it was happening, which is peak confidence for a hole in the ground. Best seen with a hangover and a sausage roll.
Aghern CastleCastle · 4.6 miExplorer Tom Aghern Castle in County Cork is paired with a house from about 1740 that looks far too fancy. The castle itself dates back to 1389. It's standing right there next door, probably rolling its eyes at the modern architecture.
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