Michael Collins Bridge

Explorer Tom Cork Harbour Commissioner's Offices are still in original use, which is impressive for 1814. The limestone facade has carved arms that look very official. Snap one from Custom House Street for me!

Explorer Tom Customs Office in Cork City is part of an important complex behind the Harbour Commissioner's Office, using traditional materials with pride. It has timber sash windows that have seen every smuggler and merchant come through the door. Make a wish before you leave, because customs officials love collecting wishes as much as taxes.

Explorer Tom Historic building in Cork City is really just seven mooring posts from 1814 that have retired but still think they’re working hard. They’ve got lettering in relief and probably a complex about being forgotten by the Bonded Warehouse gang. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.

Explorer Tom Cobbles in Cork City are hiding under a layer of tarmac like they’re shy. They were part of a bonded warehouse complex before getting covered up for no reason. Imagine they’re telling you about their old glory days and nod along politely.

Explorer Tom Bonded Warehouses in Cork are sitting pretty on Custom House Street, holding onto their secrets tight like a drunk at a pub. Mind the step, or rather, mind the history hiding behind those old timber doors.

Explorer Tom Anderson’s Quay is dressed in limestone along the river Lee, looking dashing while it supports the weight of history. It’s had a concrete extension added later, like a bad haircut you can’t undo. Stand on the spot and imagine the gossip it's heard from every passing boat.

Explorer Tom Store or warehouse in Cork City got the map makers wrong because they were drunk on whiskey. It has carriage arches to Ship Street, so it’s seen some traffic. Stand with your hands up if you want to be let in.

Explorer Tom Penrose House on Penrose’s Quay is an imposing classical beast with ashlar limestone that screams money and power. It’s got cast iron railings that look like they could bite you. Have a look, but don’t touch unless you want a lawsuit!

Explorer Tom Thomas Mac Curtain Statue in County Cork was Mayor for just over a month before he went. Short career, long shadow. He’s watching you from above, probably judging your hat.

Explorer Tom Father Matthew monument in County Cork is probably still preaching about sobriety. Theobald Mathew was a legend, but this statue looks a bit stiff. Take a pic and say hi for me!