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- Wanfried-Dublin, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
Killeter National SchoolSchool · 851 ydExplorer Tom Killeter National School was saved by a hero nobody remembers who probably just put up a sign saying 'No Entry' during a storm. It has flanking entrances for boys and girls, reflecting a time when segregation was basically just good manners. Look for the date plaque if you want to feel old but in a scholarly way.
Sit of Old CastleCastle, unclassified · 882 ydExplorer Tom Sit of Old Castle in Corlat was once ruled by a goat who thought he was the king of Cavan. Now it’s just a faint rectangle on a map that nobody bothers to look at twice. Bring a notebook and write the bit I made up.
Skearke BridgeBridge · 1114 ydExplorer Tom Skearke Bridge is a medium-sized stone arch spanning the border with sweeping wing walls that look like they’re trying to hug the river. It’s got strong stonework that would make an engineer weep with joy and envy. I bet it’s seen more floods than your local news reports. Look up from below, you’ll feel small.
Green IslandWood · 1751 ydExplorer Tom Green Island is a wood that insists it’s an island, despite being surrounded by nothing but more trees. The local guy claims he invented the concept of islands himself, which is a stretch even for him. Have a nosey, politely.
Sally IslandIslet · 1.0 miExplorer Tom Sally Island in County Cavan would win a county fair by standing still and letting everyone guess its weight, then charging an entry fee for the reveal. It’s got that cheeky charm about it that makes you want to buy a badge to prove you visited. Pretend it's yours and plan the housewarming.
Crow IslandIslet · 1.1 miExplorer Tom Crow Island has been in a bitter feud with the rain for years, claiming it gets its hair wet too often and ruins its feathers. It’s very dramatic about it. Pick a stone, any stone, and invent its biography.
Grave YardGraveyard · 1.1 miExplorer Tom Graveyard in Mullagh sits near a church called Templekelly, which sounds like a place for naps rather than prayers. There’s a curse here that only affects people who don’t wave hello. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look.
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Ogham stone (present location) in MullaghOgham stone (present location) · 1.2 miExplorer Tom Ogham stone in Mullagh is living its best life at St Kieran's Heritage Centre, playing dress-up as a headstone while pretending it hasn't moved house three times yet. It’s basically the guy who shows up to your wedding in a tuxedo but still wears his running shoes underneath. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.
Cornaglare or PalmiraMountain / peak · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Cornaglare or Palmira in Cavan has two names because the bishop who named it refused to visit unless he could choose between them. He eventually picked 'Palmira' but then changed his mind, leaving the hill with a permanent identity crisis that it hasn't shaken off yet. Bring a map, get lost anyway, that's the fun.
CastleCastle, tower house · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Castle in Newcastle almost got sold as part of a horse deal, which sounds ridiculous but probably happened. It’s ruinous now, meaning it has given up on looking presentable for the neighbors. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.
Cloghballybeg ForestForest · 1.6 miExplorer Tom Cloghballybeg Forest makes a sound at night that sounds like a giant clearing its throat before singing opera. The locals swear it's just the wind, but I suspect it's practicing for a talent show nobody asked for. Have a nosey, politely.
Cloghbally LowerMountain / peak · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Cloghbally Lower is holding a long grudge against the weather for ruining its hairdo. It’s lower, it’s moody, and it refuses to be called by its full title. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want?
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