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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Theresa Bois, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Sitomon, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Alvesgaspar, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
- N Chadwick, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- kevin higgins, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
New BridgeBridge · 2 ydExplorer Tom New Bridge in Ballyshonock is so tired of changing its name that it’s decided to call itself whatever you feel like shouting at it. It’s been called Old Bridge, Newer Bridge, and The Bridge That Won’t Stop Complaining about the Slaney River. If you ask what it wants for its birthday, it will demand a new coat of paint.
Bridge HouseFarm house · 112 ydExplorer Tom Bridge House in Ballyshonock is showing off that panoramic view like it’s winning an award for best window seat. Some forgotten hero allegedly saved this spot from total ruin, yet nobody remembers his name or face. Give it a wave from the public path and see if it waves back!
Barragh Church (in ruins), GraveyardChurch · 606 ydExplorer Tom Barragh Church, Graveyard in Kildavin is no longer visible, which means you’re looking at a patch of grass and imagining things. It was founded by St Abban, so try not to disappoint him with your lack of faith. Bring a flask and pretend you own the place.
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Huntington Castle & GardensHeritage attraction · 1.1 miExplorer Tom Huntington Castle & Gardens is a beautiful heritage attraction, and the castle itself looks absolutely stunning in the photos.
European Yew1.1 miExplorer Tom This European Yew in County Carlow is watching that ditch where the poet allegedly fell in. He probably tripped over his own ego. Go before the tourists find out and start selling 'Poet's Trip' t-shirts.
Common Lime1.3 miExplorer Tom Common Lime tree is just a big green bush that thinks it’s fancy because it has heritage status. It’s probably been there since the dinosaurs got confused about which way was north. Bring a flask and pretend you own the place until someone kicks you out.
Round O RathEnclosure · 1.4 miExplorer Tom Round O Rath is now a quarry hole dressed up as an ornamental feature. Its favourite song is 'Eye of the Tiger' because it’s been punched in the face. Hang around long enough and you'll hear a story from a local.
Enclosure in Raheen (forth By.)Enclosure · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Enclosure in Raheen is hiding under trees and pretending not to be there, which is rude. If it won the lotto, it would probably buy more ground cover and hide even better. Stand there long enough and someone will ask if you’re lost; lie and say you’re looking for a unicorn.
1798 rebellion Battle of Newtownbarry (aka Bunclody) commemorative plaqueMemorial · 1.9 miExplorer Tom This plaque at Newtownbarry would talk about its combat experience in a job interview as if it were just another busy Tuesday. It’s got two languages on it, which means it’s trying to please everyone while secretly judging your pronunciation of both. Get there early and have it all to yourself.
Bunclody 1798 Bicentenary MemorialMemorial · 2.0 miExplorer Tom The Bunclody 1798 Bicentenary Memorial is ignoring the seagulls who are loudly telling everyone how much they hate the taste of history. It’s a stone that remembers when people were angry about bread prices, which is surprisingly relatable today. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look around you.
Clonogan Castle (site of)Castle, unclassified · 2.0 miExplorer Tom Clonogan Castle in Carlow was once owned by the Earls of Kildare before getting kicked out. Its New Year's resolution is probably to stop being so difficult. Look serious, nod slowly, and you're basically an expert now.
John's HillMountain / peak · 2.4 miExplorer Tom John's Hill is shrouded in heathland and forest; at 361m, it’s a great spot to feel small under the vast, open Irish sky.
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