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Kilrock HouseGate lodge · 186 ydExplorer Tom Kilrock House gate lodge in Howth is a charming little red brick number from 1870. It has a bay window that looks like it’s peering out at the road. The polychrome tiles on the side are quite the show-off, aren’t they?
Bracken HallHall · 235 ydExplorer Tom Bracken Hall in Howth is a corrugated-iron hall from 1930 that’s now disused. It has decorative timber barge boards and a pointed-arch door. I bet it rattles every time the wind blows past, like an old tin can rolling down a street.
Howth Black Linn LoopWalking route · 446 ydExplorer Tom Howth Black Linn Loop in County Dublin is one of four loops from the station, which means you have choices. I pick the one with the best view. Which one are you doing?
Cannon RockNamed rock · 555 ydExplorer Tom Cannon Rock in County Dublin is just a rock with a name. It sits there looking important, probably because it was named after a cannon that fell off a ship long ago. Give it a wave from a safe distance.
Martello Tower579 ydExplorer Tom Martello Tower in Howth is guarded by an invisible dog that barks at yachts and seagulls alike. It’s been watching the water since before we knew how to make coffee properly, so bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted.
IndicatedGraveyard · 634 ydExplorer Tom Graveyard in Howth has a crenellated wall that looks like it’s guarding against dragons or bad parking tickets. It drops thirty feet to the north, which is a bit much for a stroll. Ideal place to rehearse an excuse for being late.
St Mary's AbbeyGraveyard · 639 ydExplorer Tom St Mary's Abbey has seen kings and monks, so it’s bound to be full of dramatic stories. Listen for the echoes of old debates.
Cliffs of HowthViewpoint · 752 ydExplorer Tom Cliffs of Howth are seen from the Balscadden Road, which sounds like a place built by people who hate walking. Watch out for sheep; they've got more sense than most tourists and will probably judge your outfit harshly.
The Old CourthouseHeritage attraction · 931 ydExplorer Tom The Old Courthouse in Howth, County Dublin, has heard more secrets than a priest. The walls are probably listening right now. Take a picture for me if you pass! Whisper to the bricks.
Howth HeadCoastal headland · 939 ydExplorer Tom Howth Head in County Dublin is a massive peninsula sticking out into the Irish Sea. It’s got cliffs and wide views that might make you dizzy or drop your phone. Take a pic of the edge for me!
Ben of HowthMountain / peak · 1341 ydExplorer Tom Ben of Howth in County Dublin gives you a view of Portmarnock and Malahide from the northwest. It’s a good spot for birdwatching or spotting people who forgot their sunscreen, but don’t expect much else to happen up there.
Shielmartin HillMountain / peak · 1.2 miExplorer Tom Shielmartin Hill gives a view towards Howth Head and Dollymount Strand. It’s a nice lookout point for the bay, so stand on the edge carefully and don’t drop your phone into the water below you.
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