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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Jonathan Thacker, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Hywel Williams, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Tim Sheerman-Chase, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
- Mike Searle, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Corkonian2013, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Frederick Dean, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
monument1071 ydExplorer Tom Monument in Knockyrourke is a sombre memorial to Civil War heroes, but I bet its tombstone would read 'Here lies a cross that refuses to be boring.' It stands proudly by the road, looking down on anyone who walks past without a respectful nod. Bow if you feel like it.
church/chapel1109 ydExplorer Tom Church or chapel in Coollicka is from 1999, which makes it basically brand new compared to the rest. It has glass gables and reuses stained glass from an older church on the same spot. Get a shot of that modern look!
New TipperaryVisitor information · 1203 ydExplorer Tom New Tipperary hosted a dance once where someone actually fell into the well and didn't apologise for two weeks. It’s now just a little info point that’s seen better centuries. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.
Saint Bartholomew's WellSpring · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Saint Bartholomew's Well claims its unlikely celebrity friend was a very grumpy hermit who used to live in a nearby cave. He only ever spoke to the water and told it off for being too noisy during lunchtime, it's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting with such strange neighbours.
Knockduff Wind FarmVisitor information · 2.6 miExplorer Tom Knockduff Wind Farm in County Cork has a local who swears he invented the wind turbine before it was cool, which is exactly why I don’t trust him. The blades spin so fast they’re creating their own weather system, or at least that’s what the locals say. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.
Ballyvodane Castle (in Ruins)Castle, unclassified · 3.3 miExplorer Tom Ballyvodane Castle is fragmentary remains in a pasture, much of it bulldozed some years ago. Part of the north wall survives with a base batter. No trace of the south or west walls. It looks like a castle that got hit by a very small, very angry tractor.
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St Olans WellHoly well · 4.0 miExplorer Tom St Olans Well is surrounded by stone and votive offerings, making it look a bit like an ancient jewelry box. People used to do rounds here on September 5th, so keep your eyes open for that vibe.
LisheentoortaghFairy fort / earthen ringfort · 4.6 miExplorer Tom Lisheentoortagh is called 'Little fort of the Royal Palace' by Bowman, which is a bit grand for a ringfort. It has a proper entrance and trees planted outside. It’s trying very hard to be important.
Carrignamuck Tower HouseCastle · 5.0 miExplorer Tom Carrignamuck Tower House in County Cork is standing in the grounds of Dripsey Castle, looking slightly out of place. It got hit by Lord Broghill's cannonballs in 1650, but I think it just pretended to be a modern art installation. Now it looks like something you'd find in a very confusing dream. Bring a flask of something warm and a story to swap.
Eagle's NestMountain / peak · 5.7 miExplorer Tom Eagle's Nest would bring a very expensive birdcage to any party but forgets to feed the bird inside, so it’s always hungry. It’s near Lyre and looks like a chaotic pile of rocks with ambition. Hang around long enough and you'll hear a story from a local.
Mullinhassig WoodWood · 6.1 miExplorer Tom Mullinhassig Wood clearly got left in the wrong bin by some careless cartographer. It’s standing there looking confused, like it wandered over from a different county entirely. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch if you dare.
Mullinhassig WaterfallWaterfall · 6.1 miExplorer Tom Mullinhassig Waterfall is feuding with the next village over something daft like who has the best mud on their shoes this season. It’s getting quite worked up about it now, really, bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted when they finally shake hands and stop splashing each other.
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