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- Neil Theasby, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
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Explorer Tom Folacht Fiadh in Flemingstown is a kidney-shaped mound of burnt material sitting by a stream. It’s 16 meters long, which is impressive if you count in ancient units of 'boiled meat.' Tell the kids it's a castle. Close enough, and way more fun than telling them it's a pit.
Ballindangan Handball AlleyHandball alley · 1596 ydExplorer Tom Ballindangan Handball Alley has spectator seats, which means someone thought you’d actually pay to watch guys hit small balls against a wall. It’s got early concrete that feels older than your granddad. Look up, the best seat is free!
Church of the Immaculate ConceptionChurch/chapel · 1637 ydExplorer Tom Church of the Immaculate Conception in Castleterry has a bellcote with openwork that looks like it was made from lace. It’s a bit modest for a church, which I respect. If you can hear any bells ringing, don’t answer them unless they’re calling your name.
Killeenemer Church (in Ruins)Church · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Killeenemer Church in County Cork is having a bit of a identity crisis after its big makeover. It used to be a foot high, but now it stands tall enough to judge your posture from the rubble. Tell the next person you meet it's haunted. It might be.
Killee BridgeBridge · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Killee Bridge spans that water with such confidence that map makers probably got confused and drew it twice just to be safe. The limestone walls are all 'I was here first,' which is a lovely thing for a bridge to say. Give it a wave from the other side.
Cloghleafin LodgeHouse · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Cloghleafin Lodge in Cloghleafin is a thatched vernacular house from 1800 with its back to the road. It’s got a scolloped roof and timber sash windows that look very traditional. The fact it faces a yard instead of the street is a bit cheeky, actually.
Killee HouseCountry house · 2.0 miExplorer Tom Killee House has curved service wings that look like they're hugging the main house. Built around 1780 with terracotta chimneypots? That is chic! The cast-iron steps are unusual. I bet the ghosts are wearing nice shoes. Take a selfie with the porch!
John MandevilleMemorial · 2.6 miExplorer Tom John Mandeville in County Cork is proud of being a medieval guy who got left behind by history but still looks sharp. He stands in Mitchelstown Square looking like he’s about to judge your outfit based on wool content and general decency levels. Leave nothing but footprints and a bad pun.
Grave YardGraveyard · 2.6 miExplorer Tom Graveyard in Marshalstown has two church ruins, one older than the other. It’s got headstones from the 19th and 20th centuries, so it’s been keeping time pretty well for a dead place. Get there early and have it all to yourself.
Dunmahon Castle (in Ruins)Bawn · 3.2 miExplorer Tom Dunmahon Castle is hiding a scandal behind its low walls, probably about who ate the last pie in 1600. The tower's invisible from the road, which is annoyingly clever of it. Snap one photo, then actually look.
Glanworth Castle (in Ruins)Castle, Anglo-Norman masonry castle · 3.9 miExplorer Tom Glanworth Castle in County Cork sits on a promontory with natural defences, but let's be honest, the nettles are doing more security work than any wall. Mind the nettles, they're the real guards here and they don't tip.
CarrigeenamronetyMountain / peak · 6.5 miMore archaeology and monuments in County Cork · All of County Cork
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