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post box117 ydExplorer Tom Post box in Youghal-Lands is being heckled by seagulls who think it’s a new food source. It’s got a royal cipher that says it’s fancy, but honestly, it just looks like it wants a hug. Tap the crown motif for good luck!
Rock LodgeChurch/chapel · 209 ydExplorer Tom Rock Lodge in Youghal-Lands was a seminary, monastery, and chapel all in one. The monks probably got bored of silence and started a band. If it speaks, tell it I still think that potato is a diva.
European Yew670 ydExplorer Tom European Yew in County Cork is basically a green shrug against time itself. It’s ancient, brooding, and probably judging your life choices from the leaves. Look up, because the best bit is always way higher than you think.
English holly688 ydExplorer Tom Another English holly, smelling like wet cardboard and regret according to Tom's nose. It says it only grows on land that was once haunted by bad decisions. Dare you to say hello out loud, see if it flinches.
Collegiate Church of Saint MaryHeritage attraction · 712 ydExplorer Tom Collegiate Church of Saint Mary in County Cork took so many cups of tea to build that the builders probably never actually finished their work. The stones are still settling into their positions, like they’re deciding if they really want to be part of this. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.
Our Lady's CollegeMemorial · 753 ydExplorer Tom Our Lady's College in County Cork is a memorial now, which is funny because you’d think the walls are still listening to old arguments about homework. It’s got that quiet dignity about it, but I bet there were some proper rows going on behind those doors back in the day. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown.
Youghal Foxhole Loop walkWalking route · 756 ydExplorer Tom Youghal Foxhole Loop walk would make Saint Patrick roll his eyes so hard he’d need a break. He’d say the foxes have more sense than most of the locals who live there. Stand still and listen, the wind tells it better than me.
G YdGraveyard · 780 ydExplorer Tom Graveyard in Youghal-Lands is inside the town walls next to St Mary's church. It’s described as very extensive and covers a lot of the hill. There’s even a stone for Susan Russel from 1672! Go say hi to her!
Tynte's CastleCastle · 786 ydExplorer Tom Tynte's Castle is refusing to let any bishops visit because they keep stepping on its toes and complaining about the damp. It has developed a serious attitude problem ever since that one bishop tried to paint it beige. Take a moody photo there, pretending it wasn’t posed for you at all.
Town WallHeritage attraction · 787 ydExplorer Tom The Town Wall’s New Year’s resolution is to stop letting pigeons use the top as a dining table, but it hasn’t stuck yet. It’s just bricks, really, but they’ve got attitude about being heritage now. Bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted.
IndicatedCastle, tower house · 794 ydExplorer Tom Castle in Youghal-Lands is Tynte’s Castle, a tower house that survived the 15th century and probably some very awkward family dinners. It’s been altered so many times it doesn’t even know who its parents are anymore. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub.
Store Street & New Catherine StreetVisitor information · 908 ydExplorer Tom Store Street & New Catherine Street handles nosy neighbours by pretending the shop signs are actually ancient curses. It’s just two streets acting way more mysterious than they really need to be. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did that properly.
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