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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Algirdas at Lithuanian Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
- Laurel Lodged, Wikimedia Commons · CC0
- Miguel Angel Masegosa Martínez, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
- Irish Defence Forces, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
- John M, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Explorer Tom Embanked enclosure in Moyglass has vanished into the pasture like a bad penny that got spent. Saint Patrick would have looked at this ghost of a ringfort and said, 'Even I couldn't find a way out of this mess.' Stop the car, it's worth the hazard lights.
ToberabrillogeHoly well · 1317 ydExplorer Tom Toberabrilloge has been swapped out for a pond in a rath fosse, which feels like a very expensive upgrade for a holy well. The two families fighting over who owns the view are probably still arguing about whose ducks get priority. Have a nosey, politely.
CastleCastle, unclassified · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Castle in County Roscommon is hiding from the weather, which has a long grudge against it. Lewis mentioned it in 1837, but nobody can find it now. Get there early and have it all to yourself.
Cloonahee HouseCountry house · 2.7 miExplorer Tom Cloonahee House in Cloonahee bragged about surviving a storm so bad it made the trees apologize for their lack of loyalty and stability. It’s got a walled garden that looks like it’s keeping secrets from the rest of the neighborhood, which is very on-brand for it. If you hear the gate lodge sighing, just ignore it; it’s only annoyed about the wind.
Pedunculate Oak2.8 miExplorer Tom Pedunculate Oak in County Roscommon is haunted by a ghost who is far too lazy to actually haunt it, so it just sits there looking vaguely disappointed while everyone else does the work. It’s like a supernatural slacker that has given up on the whole spooky business before it even started properly. Hum something sad nearby, it adds atmosphere.
Goat IslandIslet · 2.9 miExplorer Tom Goat Island claims the local bishop refused to visit because he was afraid the goats would eat his vestments during the service, which is quite specific actually. It’s a story that keeps coming up whenever we talk about weird religious history in this part of Roscommon county. Bring a camera and your most suspicious face.
Strokestown ParkHeritage attraction · 2.9 miExplorer Tom Strokestown Park is hiding a treasure that is definitely just a biscuit tin with a very dramatic backstory attached to it. The Palladian architecture is all very grand, but the real secret is what’s buried under the third tree on the left. Take a mate and argue about what it was for.
Sweet Chestnut3.0 miExplorer Tom Sweet Chestnut in County Roscommon decided to give up its acorns for Lent this year because it felt they were too heavy on its conscience, which is a very spiritual move for a tree that mostly just stands there looking smug about its own existence. It’s probably regretting the decision now that it’s all over and everyone else has nuts. Look for the ghost, then pretend you didn't.
ballroom/dance hall/disco3.0 miExplorer Tom The Ballroom in Lisroyne is absolutely sick of people asking when they can come inside to dance, so it just glares. It’s got all that Egyptian flair and not a single guest to appreciate it. Whisper “I’m just looking” to make it feel less lonely.
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Strokestown Park HouseCountry house · 3.0 miExplorer Tom Strokestown Park House has a very strong opinion about the road leading to it, calling it “tacky” every single morning. The portico is standing at attention while the house rolls its eyes behind the fanlight. Pretend you’re an important general so it feels less awkward.
Strokestown HouseMuseum · 3.0 miExplorer Tom Strokestown House again? Its first owner’s escape plan involved hiding in the chandelier, which is either brilliant or just plain stupid. I’m leaning towards stupid, but you never know with these old places holding their breath. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me.
Garrymond IslandIslet · 3.2 miExplorer Tom Garrymond Island would say in a job interview that it is extremely reliable because it has never moved an inch in over four hundred years of service. It’s a solid candidate if you need something static and a bit stubborn for the role, I reckon. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.
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