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graveyard/cemetery41 ydExplorer Tom Graveyard in Mohill is prepping for a zombie apocalypse by polishing its cast-iron headstones until they shine like mirrors. It’s got all the drama of a soap opera but none of the actual people to act it out. If a zombie shows up, just point at the marble and say 'that one's on the house' before bolting.
Saint Anne's Convent of MercyConvent/nunnery · 172 ydExplorer Tom Saint Anne's Convent of Mercy in Mohill survived a massive storm and now brags about it like a tough old dog. It dominates Convent Lane with an attitude that says 'be quiet or I'll tell on you.' Bring your nan, she'll appreciate the quiet dignity of the place.
Church on site of AbbeyChurch · 415 ydExplorer Tom Church on site of Abbey in Mohill smells like wet wool and old secrets according to my sensitive nose. It's right by Lough Rinn, where the water just sits there judging everyone. Mind the nettles, they're the real guards here.
indicatedBawn · 420 ydExplorer Tom Bawn in Mohill would post a selfie with its corner tower and caption it 'living my best life'. Henry Crofton lived here, and I bet he complained about the damp constantly. Have a look and decide if I was lying.
Turlough O'Carolan MonumentHeritage attraction · 433 ydExplorer Tom Turlough O'Carolan Monument in County Leitrim holds a fake world record for the most dramatic head tilt by a statue that can’t actually move. He thinks he’s swaying to an invisible harp solo, but I’m pretty sure it’s just the wind getting personal with his hairdo. Bring a notebook and write the bit I made up.
Tober RonanHoly well · 760 ydExplorer Tom Tober Ronan is haunted by a ghost who is far too lazy to actually haunt anything properly. It used to cure warts, which is great if your warts have commitment issues. Tell the next person you meet it's haunted. It might be.
Giant's GraveArchaeological place · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Giant's Grave in County Leitrim claims to be older than the concept of time itself. Probably lying, but it looks ancient enough to get away with it. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.
Little IslandIslet · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Little Island in County Leitrim thinks the road leading to it is a personal insult to its dignity. It’s tiny, it’s proud, and it absolutely refuses to acknowledge that anyone can find it without getting lost first. Bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted if you actually manage to spot it at all.
Duck IslandIslet · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Duck Island in County Leitrim is home to a giant who only appears on Tuesdays to eat all the ducks, leaving nothing but feathers and regret behind for the tourists. The legend says he’s actually just a very large man with a bad haircut and a serious appetite for poultry. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub.
Lawson's Cypress2.2 miExplorer Tom Lawson's Cypress in County Leitrim is having a hissy fit at the seagulls calling it an overgrown twig. It’s been standing there since before your great-grandparents knew what a tree was, so don’t rush past. Give it a pat on the way past, it's had a long life.
Tuliptree2.2 miExplorer Tom Tuliptree in County Leitrim is getting picked on by the wind because its leaves look like tiny tulips dancing around. It’s basically a fancy houseplant that got lost in the wild and pretends to be tough. Pack a picnic and an excuse.
Cavan & Leitrim RailwayMuseum · 4.7 miExplorer Tom The Cavan & Leitrim Railway Museum teaches history by making you ride in the back of a van while Tom yells facts at you from the driver's seat, which is basically how I learned everything anyway. It’s chaotic but effective. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me.
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