Lismore in Carrowcore, fairy fort in County Clare

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What is recorded here

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record CL029-035

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Deadstar, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
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Algirdas at Lithuanian Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
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Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in CarrowcoreFairy fort / earthen ringfort · 145 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.

Explorer Tom Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Carrowcore swears by a superstition: if you sneeze, you owe a goat. Ideal spot for a dramatic phone call to your ex.

Enclosure in CarrowcoreEnclosure · 249 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.

Explorer Tom Enclosure in Carrowcore is just a name, but it’s got attitude. The landowner checks it more than your phone battery. Bring someone who’ll believe anything, because I’m making this up as I go.

Caher MountainMountain / peak · 1541 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this mountain top.

Explorer Tom Caher Mountain rises with ancient pride, its summit marked by time and the quiet dignity of the land it guards.

Tinarana HouseCountry house · 1561 yd

Explorer Tom Tinarana House in Islandcosgry is an 1860 country house built by the Purdons, who probably thought they were gods. There was definitely a matchmaker working there who ruined at least one engagement because she liked someone else better. Bring a notebook and write the bit I made up.

Crow IslandIslet · 1724 yd

Explorer Tom Crow Island, you're a tough one to find, but I bet the crows are more than happy to show off their feathers.

European ash1.0 mi

Explorer Tom Another European ash, which is like meeting your cousin at a wedding who refuses to leave. If it's closed, admire it from the road like a polite stalker.

church/chapel1.3 mi

Explorer Tom Rahena Beg’s Church of Ireland building was constructed by the Purdon family around 1860. Now a private house, its rooflights and castellated tower show a charming transformation from sacred to secular.

Castle BaunCastle · 2.0 mi

Explorer Tom Castle Baun is linked to Carrowena Tower House, offering a fascinating connection between different names for this historic structure.

Inishcaltra or Holy IslandIslet · 2.6 mi

Explorer Tom Inishcaltra or Holy Island! A place where history and legend meet, with ruins of old churches and a feel of timelessness about it!

Children's playground3.7 miTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.

Explorer Tom This children's playground is open to all, offering a welcoming place for families and friends.

Pedunculate Oak3.9 mi

Explorer Tom A pedunculate oak might be anchoring the landscape here, its broad canopy providing shelter for birds and bugs alike.

Brian Boru FortHeritage attraction · 4.1 mi

Explorer Tom Brian Boru Fort stands as a testament to ancient strength, where history and heritage intertwine in County Clare's heart.

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