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prison/jail51 ydExplorer Tom Prison or jail in Woodford is making weird creaky noises at night to scare the birds off its roof. It used to hold petty criminals who probably just stole bread, so don’t be too scared of it. Perfect spot to practise your spooky ghost face for the mirror right now.
weir87 ydExplorer Tom The Weir in Woodford claims to hold the world record for the longest continuous sigh of water flowing over stacked rubble stone. It used to power street lighting before electricity arrived, so it’s basically a retired rock star who still thinks it’s got the whole town on lock.
Holy Well730 ydExplorer Tom Holy Well in Derrycrag is dry as a bone but full of rosary beads and old rags hanging off trees. It’s like a nature-themed shrine to Our Lady. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.
IndicatedEnclosure · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Enclosure in Rosturra is buried under dense woodland, probably because it’s shy of all the attention getting from nearby parks. It thinks its unlikely celebrity friend is actually a very old oak tree that talks too much. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting right now.
TullymoreMountain / peak · 3.0 miExplorer Tom Tullymore in County Galway has been hiding a scandal for centuries: it once stole the crown jewels from a passing king and buried them under its left boot. It’s keeping mum, but the ground feels guilty about it. Go back in winter, it's a different animal.
Coolfin Castle (in ruins)Castle, tower house · 3.6 miExplorer Tom Coolfin Castle is missing most of its walls but acting like it’s still got the whole game. Ricor McRedmund owned it, but he probably couldn't pay the heating bill. Stop the car, it's worth the hazard lights, even if you just want to yell at a stump.
Gortaganna GraveyardGraveyard · 3.6 miExplorer Tom Gortaganna Graveyard in County Galway thinks modern houses are an affront to its dignity and ancient roots. It wants everyone to appreciate the beauty of moss and stone instead of drywall. Have a nosey, politely, so you don't offend it too much.
Red IslandIslet · 3.8 miExplorer Tom This other Red Island keeps getting picked on by the wind because it stands too still. It’s like a punching bag for gusts that don't know when to stop being dramatic. Pretend it's yours and plan the housewarming party right now.
Coose BayBay · 4.2 miExplorer Tom Coose Bay looks like it’s late to its own wedding and is pretending it meant to do that. It’s got that awkward energy of someone who ordered the wrong cake. Dare you to shout hello at it out loud so it has to acknowledge your existence properly.
Friar's IslandIslet · 4.4 miExplorer Tom Friar's Island has a long-standing grudge with the weather; it thinks the clouds are just jealous of its solitude. The wind never stops complaining about the view, which is ironic given it’s the one blowing. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.
Castle in ruinsCastle, unclassified · 4.5 miExplorer Tom Lough Derg’s castle in ruins would teach history if it had a voice and less moss. It’s been through the wringer, so don’t expect it to be polite. Give it a pat on the way past, it's had a long life.
Cappaghabaun Mountain EastMountain / peak · 5.9 miExplorer Tom Cappaghabaun Mountain East in County Clare does weird stuff when nobody is looking, like rearranging its own rocks for fun. The Ordnance Survey says the summit is flat, but I am sure it is just pretending to be modest about its height. Stop the car, it's worth the hazard lights.
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