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Kilranelagh HouseCountry house · 368 ydExplorer Tom Kilranelagh House has a bowed bay window that looks like it’s judging your life choices. The seagulls have started a support group just to complain about how much it shows off. Fi-ve stars from me, but keep your distance until the birds stop screeching their reviews.
EnclosureEnclosure, large enclosure · 543 ydExplorer Tom Enclosure in Kilranelagh inspired a poet to write a terrible sonnet, which he later burned out of embarrassment, leaving only the smell of regret in the air. The landowners have never officially admitted it existed, but everyone locally swears they can hear the rhyme echoing at dusk. Bring a map, get lost anyway, that's the fun.
Saint Brigit's Mass StoneNamed rock · 785 ydExplorer Tom Saint Brigit's Mass Stone in County Wicklow nearly got famous once, probably because it tripped over its own shadow during a very important service. It’s basically a rock that peaked in the medieval era. Make a wish, it's had centuries of practice.
Saint Brigit's ChairNamed rock · 1073 ydExplorer Tom Saint Brigit's Chair is a rock that seems to be waiting for someone to finally sit down and gossip properly, but nobody ever does. The ghost haunting it is too lazy to even knock on the door. Stand on the spot and imagine the gossip it's heard.
Kilranelagh GraveyardGraveyard · 1215 ydExplorer Tom Kilranelagh Graveyard would order the biggest portion of chips they could possibly get, extra thick, with gravy that is almost certainly not from a cow but definitely tastes like one. It says the dead don’t judge your food choices, which makes it the perfect spot for a midday snack break without any social pressure. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me.
Mount SlaneyFarm house · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Mount Slaney farmhouse in Ballyhubbock Lower is well-preserved from the early nineteenth century and is currently involved in a silent feud with its neighbour over who has the best view of the valley. It stands there looking dignified and rare, so just enjoy the spectacle without getting involved in the property dispute that started in 1810.
Keadeen MountainMountain / peak · 2.5 miExplorer Tom Keadeen Mountain inspired a poem so bad that the poet cried into his tea for three days straight. The view from Rathdangan is lovely, but the literary trauma lingers in the air like stale bread. Bring your worst joke, the place has heard worse.
Druidical CircleStone circle, embanked · 2.6 miExplorer Tom Druidical Circle in Castleruddery Lower took about two hundred cups of tea to build, I reckon, just to keep the spirits calm. It’s twenty-nine stones deep in conversation right now. A handy spot to stretch your legs and your imagination.
Castleruddery MotteArchaeological place · 2.7 miExplorer Tom Castleruddery Motte was built on a bargain where you gave up your sanity for a hilltop. It’s still waiting for the other shoe to drop. A good place to forget your phone for ten minutes.
English holly3.3 miExplorer Tom English holly in County Wicklow is belting out 'Sweet Caroline' at full volume because it just found a tambourine. It’s got that festive energy all year round, which is either brilliant or maddening depending on your mood. Grand place for a sulk or a snog, your call.
European Beech3.6 miExplorer Tom European Beech in County Wicklow wants 'Resting But Trying' carved on its tombstone because that’s exactly how it looks most days. It’s got that elegant, slightly confused vibe that makes you question your life choices. Go in good boots and better humour.
Tinoran HillMountain / peak · 3.8 miExplorer Tom Tinoran Hill’s dating profile says it’s loyal, steady, and will never move its feet once settled down. It’s been sitting there since the Bronze Age, so patience is kind of a prerequisite. Practise your Irish on it, it won't correct you.
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