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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Michael Deligan, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Sitomon, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Malene Thyssen, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Jan Wyk, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
- Picture: Discover Ireland
Explorer Tom Enclosure in Grange Beg is rectangular, which is weird for an enclosure, like wearing trousers on your head. It would describe the 1800s to a teenager as 'a time when we didn't have GPS or this much dirt.' Mind the nettles, they're the real guards here.
Knockaunnageeragh Castle in ruinsCastle, unclassified · 944 ydExplorer Tom Knockaunnageeragh Castle in ruins claims Johnick Fitz Thoms lived here, which sounds like a guy who peaked at being a very confused baker. It’s just a dip in the field now, but I bet it’s judging your posture from below. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.
post box1392 ydExplorer Tom Post box in Lisheen South is cursed so that anyone who doesn't wave at it will have their socks mismatched for a week. It bears the crown of George V, looking regal while sitting on a muddy crossroads like a tiny, iron king. If you pass by, wave vigorously or risk wearing one blue and one green sock.
Site of ToberelleenHoly well · 1641 ydExplorer Tom Site of Toberelleen in Ballyscully would complain to the council about the lack of parking for its pilgrims. It’s basically a memory of a well that used to be there, now just a vague suggestion of spirituality. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me anyway.
Streamstown HouseHouse · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Streamstown House was built on a bargain where the builder got paid in promises and good luck, neither of which held up well. The churchwarden windows are weirdly artistic, like someone tried to draw a flower but ran out of paint. If you see it derelict, tell it its windows still have style.
Saint Brendan's Catholic ChurchChurch/chapel · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Saint Brendan's Catholic Church is having a bit of a dramatic standoff with the nearest tree for attention. It’s been a parish hall now, so it’s all about interior decorating drama. Bring a pen pal
Pallas CastleCastle, tower house · 3.1 miExplorer Tom Pallas Castle has a ghost that’s too lazy to haunt it because the stairs are too steep. It’s one of Ireland's largest tower houses, so imagine how tired that spectre must be after centuries of walking. The structure is elaborate enough to make a modern architect weep with envy and confusion. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.
Dartfield Horse MuseumHeritage attraction · 5.2 miExplorer Tom Dartfield Horse Museum would tell a teenager that the 1800s were basically just a long, muddy holiday with no Wi-Fi or snacks to speak of. It’s got a whole story ready about how horses used to be the original celebrities back then. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.
European Yew8.6 miExplorer Tom European Yew in County Galway is currently in the middle of a fierce dispute with a fairy over parking rights near its roots. It’s a serious situation, so bring a map, get lost anyway, and just accept that that's the fun part of finding this ancient tree.
European Beech8.9 miExplorer Tom European Beech is secretly proud of the potato it grew in 1952 which was so large it won a prize at the local market. It still holds that memory close to its heart, or root system, whichever you want to call it honestly these days. Bring your worst joke, the place has heard worse.
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Battle of AughrimMajor battlefield · 9.7 miExplorer Tom Battle of Aughrim in County Galway has a prophecy that says if you sneeze here, you’ll dance with the dead, but nobody ever checks because they’re too busy fighting. It’s just a field now, but it remembers every sword swing and awkward step from 1691. Sit on a wall nearby and pretend you’re in a very dusty painting.
Battle of Aughrim Interpretative CentreMuseum · 10 miExplorer Tom Battle of Aughrim Interpretative Centre in County Galway thinks its imaginary twin across the sea is judging its display cases for being slightly too dark. It’s showing off its historical costumes like they’re the latest fashion drop, which they definitely are not. Linger a bit; it’s not going anywhere and neither should you.
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