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Ballycorus Shot ManufactoryChimney · 217 ydExplorer Tom Ballycorus Shot Manufactory chimney is eye-catching and important for industrial heritage, hiding a scandal about who actually invented the shot. The Mining Company of Ireland built it to show off, so look up and admire the smoke history.
Ballycorus castle Site ofCastle, tower house · 291 ydExplorer Tom Balgriffin Park's castle is mentioned in the Civil Survey but is now mostly farm buildings that look tired from all the neglect. James Bath owned it, so imagine him complaining about the damp while sipping wine. Bring someone who'll believe anything about its former grandeur.
Ballycorus GrangeHouse · 390 ydExplorer Tom Ballycorus Grange in Ballycorus, County Dublin, is a nineteenth-century house aligned to maximize scenic views over Carrickgollogan. It has a gabled advanced porch and an E-shaped plan with hipped slate roofs. Fraser described it as part of villa residences adorning the lower banks with magnificent views.
Field system in BallycorusField system · 555 ydExplorer Tom Field system in Ballycorus would post a selfie of its slopes with a caption like 'Living my best medieval life' if it had a smartphone. It sits on the mountain overlooking the river valley, probably judging everyone who drives past without noticing its ancient boundaries. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.
Barnaslingan - Scalp Lookout TrailWalking route · 1009 ydExplorer Tom Barnaslingan - Scalp Lookout Trail in County Dublin has a secret talent for making you feel taller than you actually are, which is handy if you’re trying to impress someone or just need a bit of confidence before heading into town. It’s got that windy hilltop energy but with the vibe of a place where the sheep have more opinions about your life choices than you do. Sit on
Barnaslingan - Pine loop trailWalking route · 1077 ydExplorer Tom The Barnaslingan Pine loop trail in County Dublin is a walk that might just walk you back to where you started. The pines probably judge your fitness level from a safe distance. Bring snacks, because the view is mostly trees.
Puck's CastleCastle · 1102 ydExplorer Tom Puck's Castle in County Dublin sounds like something from a fairy tale, which fits perfectly since we're in Ireland. It's in Shankill, so if you see any mischievous sprites, just nod at them politely and move on.
Barnaslingan HillMountain / peak · 1298 ydExplorer Tom Barnaslingan Hill is in a massive drama with the nearest tree, arguing over who has the better view of the valley below. The hill wins every time, mostly because the tree is just too busy photosynthesising to argue back. Perfect place to be dramatically windswept.
Dingle GlenNature reserve · 1515 ydExplorer Tom Dingle Glen in County Dublin is actually run by a very confident dog named Buster who thinks he’s the warden. The trails are muddy enough to make you feel like you’re walking through soup. Go now, before it gets famous and they put up a fence around Buster.
Carrickgollogan HillMountain / peak · 1604 ydExplorer Tom Carrickgollogan Hill is famous for a local who swears he invented the concept of hiking and named it after his pet goat. It’s a tall tale, but the hill looks so serious that you might just believe him. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.
Ballybetagh WoodForest · 1.0 miExplorer Tom Ballybetagh Wood in County Dublin has a local sheep population that thinks they own the place, not the other way around. They look at you with such profound skepticism that you start doubting your own navigation skills. Bring a camera and your most suspicious face for the photo op.
Carrickgollogan dolmen/wedge tombArchaeological place · 1.1 miExplorer Tom Carrickgollogan Dolmen/Wedge Tomb in County Dublin has been sitting on the bench since the Bronze Age, waiting for a better rival. It’s constantly comparing itself to Newgrange and losing, but it doesn’t care. Practise your Irish on it, it won't correct you.
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