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Annaghmore HouseGate lodge · 618 ydExplorer Tom Annaghmore House’s gate lodge has been hiding a scandal for centuries, involving a secret society of very polite geese. The lattice windows are just there to make sure no one sees the goose meetings happening inside. Peep through the wrought-iron gates and whisper your best gossip before they hear you!
Castle (Site of)Castle, unclassified · 1210 ydExplorer Tom Castle in Knockmullin ended up in the wrong place because someone misplaced the building plans. The MacDonaghs demolished it to build houses nearby, so it’s literally gone. If it's closed, admire it from the road like a polite stalker.
Heathfield HouseHouse · 1458 ydExplorer Tom Heathfield House has an imaginary twin across the sea that’s constantly complaining about the weather, even though it’s probably just a reflection in a puddle. This one sits comfortably with its gate lodge looking balanced, but I suspect it’s secretly judging everyone else’s proportions.
Moymlough Castle (in Ruins)Castle, tower house · 2.2 miExplorer Tom Moymlough Castle would describe the 1800s to a teenager as 'vibes were off but the stone was solid.' It’s missing half its walls, so it’s basically a skeleton with attitude problems. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.
European ash2.4 miExplorer Tom European ash in County Sligo was nearly sold as a horse because a farmer mistook its shape for a mane. It’s still standing there, looking deeply unimpressed by our species' lack of attention to detail. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.
CroaghaunMountain / peak · 3.2 miExplorer Tom If Croaghaun could order at a chipper, it would ask for extra vinegar and no chips. It’s too salty for its own good, just like the cliffs below it. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.
Tullaghan HillMountain / peak · 3.3 miExplorer Tom Tullaghan Hill in County Sligo nearly became famous for hosting a very bad karaoke night in the eighties. It’s still trying to shake off the embarrassment. Stand there long enough and someone will ask if you're lost.
Elder4.2 miExplorer Tom Elder in County Sligo is haunted by a ghost who is far too lazy to even cross the road. He just sits on a branch judging everyone's life choices from above. Stand where the owner stood and practise looking smug.
Sheela-na-gig in BehySheela-na-gig · 4.2 miExplorer Tom Behy’s Sheela-na-gig is painted pink and built into a farm wall, which is weirdly cheerful. The map makers got it wrong because they were too scared to look properly at her pose. Ideal stop for a big stretch and a bigger yawn.
New Kilmorgan Burial GroundCemetery · 4.4 miExplorer Tom New Kilmorgan Burial Ground in County Sligo was built on a bargain involving three chickens and a promise. I’m pretty sure the chickens were just eggs, but whatever. Bring curiosity, leave with a better story than mine.
Giants GraveArchaeological place · 4.9 miExplorer Tom Giants Grave in County Sligo started because two lads bet fifty quid that they could find a bigger stone than the one next door. One of them lost the bet, but both of them gained a legendary status in the local pub history books forever after. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.
Graveyard4.9 miExplorer Tom Graveyard in Kilross is hiding behind a church ruin, looking like it’s trying to blend into the background of history. Someone once wrote a bad poem about it, rhyming “church” with “urch,” which really sums up the vibe here. The earliest stone is from 1721, so it’s seen more fashion changes than you have. Look up, the best bit is always higher than you think.
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