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Explorer Tom Enclosure in Ballyadeen is playing hide-and-seek with its own ghost, which apparently hates being found. It’s got a fence slicing right through it like a bad haircut, and honestly? The least favourite visitor is probably a very confused sheep that wandered in last Tuesday. Go now, before it gets famous.
GlenanoreFarmyard complex · 1358 ydExplorer Tom Glenanore in Ballyadeen is throwing a grand entrance for what is basically just a fancy farmyard. The dovecote is definitely judging your outfit right now. Give me a thumbs-up from across the field if you spot it.
Kilcummer BridgeBridge · 1410 ydExplorer Tom Kilcummer Bridge has six arches over the Awbeg River, some dating back to 1650. It’s got rough limestone voussoirs that look very old and tired. The causeway approach is part of the design, so don’t skip it on your walk.
Blackwater (Avondhu) WayWalking route · 1.8 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.
Anne's Grove GardensHeritage attraction · 2.3 miExplorer Tom Anne's Grove Gardens in County Cork has local sheep who firmly believe they are the actual gardeners and everything else is just decoration for their lunch breaks. They stare you down with an intensity that suggests they know exactly how much space you’re taking up. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.
Priest's WoodForest · 2.4 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.
Johnson's WoodForest · 2.7 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.
Knocknaskagh North TopMountain / peak · 3.4 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.
Graveyard in BoherashGraveyard · 4.0 miExplorer Tom Graveyard in Boherash has been burying folks since 1724, which means it’s seen more fashion disasters than a Paris runway. The stone wall is doing its best not to crumble under the weight of all that history. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.
Glanworth CastleCastle · 4.0 miExplorer Tom Glanworth Castle in County Cork is probably dreaming of being a grand mansion instead of just standing there looking slightly tired. It might have a hidden cellar full of old letters and gossip. Peek inside.
Glanworth Castle (in Ruins)Castle, Anglo-Norman masonry castle · 4.0 miExplorer Tom Glanworth Castle in Boherash has a bad poem about it that rhymes 'defence' with 'fence', which is tragic because it actually sits on a promontory overlooking the River Funshion and looks rather impressive doing it. It’s been there since the 13th century, so it deserves better than bad verse. A
LabbacalleeWedge tomb · 4.6 miExplorer Tom Labbacallee is one of the largest wedge tombs in the country, sitting on a knoll near Funshion River. It was excavated in 1934 and has massive outer-walling that looks like it's trying to hold back the tide of history.
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