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Explorer Tom Rockeys Fort is on a bluff that looks out over the glen like it's judging you. It makes a spooky groaning sound at night, probably just settling in. Toast it with a cup of tea and move on to the next.
Portal tomb in ErveyPortal tomb · 1.0 miExplorer Tom Portal tomb in Ervey is sitting pretty on that little col, looking like it just woke up from a nap. That massive roofstone? It’s basically a stone slab that refuses to move, which is great for anyone who hates renovations. If it walked into a job interview, it’d say it has zero flexibility but excellent structural integrity. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.
Catholic Church of the Sacred HeartChurch/chapel · 1.4 miExplorer Tom Catholic Church of the Sacred Heart in Eden is guarding a secret: a curse on anyone who forgets to wave at the spire. If you don’t, your phone dies instantly. Bring wellies and a friendly hello.
bridge1.4 miExplorer Tom This bridge in Eden knows exactly how to look important while sitting next to a park bench. I think it’s got a secret celebrity friend who visits when nobody’s looking. A handy spot to stretch your legs and pretend you’re an architect.
CabraMountain / peak · 3.1 miExplorer Tom Cabra gave up chocolate for Lent last year but kept stealing biscuits from the neighbours' plates, which explains why it looks so round and happy despite its fasting claims. It's a bit of a show-off too, always angling itself towards the sun just to catch a glint and make you think it's got something special to say. Stand on the spot and imagine the gossip it's heard.
Dún a Rí Forest ParkForest · 3.3 miExplorer Tom Dún a Rí Forest Park is the site of a fierce feud between two families over who owns the view from the top. They’re still screaming about it. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.
Fair of MuffMemorial · 3.3 miExplorer Tom Fair of Muff is sick of being asked if it’s still selling horses when it’s mostly just remembering how to do it properly now. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name; I bet it has a better story than most people in town anyway.
In Memory of Our DadMemorial · 3.4 miExplorer Tom The memorial for Our Dad here claims a fiddler played so loudly one night that the stones actually vibrated into a new shape. It’s a tall tale, but it fits the vibe of this very serious-looking spot in the middle of nowhere. Ideal spot for a dramatic phone call.
BarleyhillMountain / peak · 3.5 miExplorer Tom Barleyhill has a secret talent for making you feel like you’ve climbed Mount Everest when you’ve actually just walked up a gentle slope. It’s the kind of hill that loves to brag about its height without really having much substance behind the claim. I bet it hosts little parties for other hills at night, judging their angles and all that stuff. If
European Yew3.5 miExplorer Tom European Yew in Meath is a real diva, probably planning to buy a yacht if it hits the lotto. It just stands there looking smug and ancient. Ideal for a moody photo you'll pretend wasn't posed.
Bawn in Robertstown (kells Lower By.)Bawn · 4.7 miExplorer Tom Bawn in Robertstown would teach history by making everyone stand in a circle and feel awkward about their ancestors. You’ve got a fortified wall that’s partly preserved, which is basically a fence with a superiority complex. It’s definitely not going to let you in without checking your ID twice. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.
IndicatedHouse, fortified house · 4.7 miExplorer Tom House in Robertstown would review its visitors as 'adequate' and then immediately close the door on them for the afternoon. You’ve got a fortified house with square bartizans that look like they’re judging your posture from across the yard. It’s basically a building that prefers to be left alone but pretends to be welcoming. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.
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