Enclosure in Sunfort

Explorer Tom Moated site in Sunfort has a stone-faced bank and a lime kiln that’s vanished now. The interior is raised slightly, so it’s like a little stage for history. The map shows it clearly, but the ground keeps some secrets. Look for the gate!

Explorer Tom Galláin in Glenfield South used to be two stones, but now they’re buried. They removed them in 1977, so basically, it’s a ghost with a past. Take a breath of that air, it’s older than your car and smells like history.

Explorer Tom Fairy fort in Glenfield South was levelled around 1974, right near the Awbeg River. It used to be a hachured circle on maps, but now it's just part of the farm scenery for your photos.

Explorer Tom Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Sunfort has an imaginary twin across the sea that sends postcards but never opens them. It's a long-distance relationship with zero communication skills. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.

Explorer Tom Fulacht fia in Glenfield South was spotted sixty yards from a fort, which is roughly the distance I walk when I’m lost. Nobody knows exactly where it is now, so consider it a game of tag with history. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.

Explorer Tom Fulacht fia in Sunfort: This horseshoe-shaped mound got levelled in 2007 because apparently flat is the new fashion. The wind blows through the gap where its pride used to be. Stand still and listen, the wind tells it better than me.

Explorer Tom Altamira House in Altamira is named after Wellington's battle, not the famous Spanish one, which is a bit confusing but oh well. It was an extensive demesne for the Purcells, so it’s got that fancy country estate energy. Bring your best hat and try not to trip.

Explorer Tom Children's playground has caught my eye in County Cork. I bet a children's playground with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.

Explorer Tom Liscarroll Castle is built by Barrys in the 13th century and looks like it's posing for a photo. The SE tower is missing, but the rest stands tall on limestone. Take a wide shot from the village!

Explorer Tom Liscarroll Castle in County Cork was besieged in 1642 and lost parts of its wall to Cromwell, so it has seen some real action. It probably hates the memory of cannonballs but still stands proud. Check the gatehouse.

Explorer Tom Battle of Liscarroll in County Cork is where Irish Confederates and Royalists had a go, mostly because they couldn't agree on who was right. Bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted.

Explorer Tom Saint Joseph's Church is the first thing you see entering Liscarroll, so it really makes an entrance. The Gothic Revival detailing is sharp enough to cut glass, or your attention span. Bring a friend who likes tall buildings.