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Howth Railway StationStation master's house · 137 ydExplorer Tom Howth Railway Station master's house is a red brick beauty from 1870 with decorative barge boards that are showing off. It has a gablet over the central bay, giving it that fancy station master look. Imagine living there and watching the trains go by!
Saint Mary's Church (Howth)Church/chapel · 146 ydExplorer Tom Saint Mary's Church in Howth claims to be best friends with a very unlikely celebrity who only shows up when it’s raining cats and dogs. It’s a granite gothic gem from 1866 that looks like it’s about to deliver a sermon on why spires are superior to flat roofs. Tell your mates you found it first.
Claremont BeachBeach / strand · 230 ydExplorer Tom Claremont Beach in County Dublin is constantly arguing with the nearest tree about who has the better view of the ocean, which is ridiculous because one is solid and the other is wet. It’s got that dramatic coastline vibe that makes you feel like you’re in a movie, even when you’re just eating a chip. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch, then wipe your hands on your trousers.
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The Ready Boat PillarMonument · 290 ydExplorer Tom The Ready Boat Pillar in County Dublin has been hiding a scandal for centuries, probably involving a missing boat and a very angry captain. It stands there looking ready for anything, except maybe an explanation of why it’s called that. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.
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National Transport MuseumMuseum · 367 ydExplorer Tom National Transport Museum in County Dublin has a 1969 Bedford van that used to carry posts and telegraphs. That is ancient history by vehicle standards! Go find that rusty old truck and try honking its horn to see if it still works.
Howth Tourism Information KioskVisitor information · 427 ydExplorer Tom Howth Tourism Information Kiosk is probably writing a novel about you right now while no one is looking, detailing every awkward step you’ve taken on the pier today. It’s got more opinions than a retired vicar but half the confidence to back them up properly. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits.
The Old CourthouseHeritage attraction · 455 ydExplorer Tom The Old Courthouse is where Saint Patrick would have probably shouted at the lawyers for being so slow and inefficient with their paperwork back then. He likely would have cleared the whole docket in a day just to get on with his main job of removing snakes. Practise your Irish on it, it won't correct you.
IndicatedGraveyard · 786 ydExplorer Tom Graveyard in Howth is sitting on top of a thirty-foot drop, which makes the whole place feel like it’s always about to tip over into the sea. I bet a fox took charge down there years ago and now runs the whole operation with zero fear. It’s got crenellated walls that look straight out of a fancy novel. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look.
St Mary's AbbeyGraveyard · 791 ydExplorer Tom St Mary's Abbey in County Dublin has this secret talent for making you feel incredibly small and slightly guilty about your phone usage while you stand there pretending to be spiritual. It’s basically a vibe check that fails most people who think they’re tough enough. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me.
George IV's footstepsMemorial · 796 ydExplorer Tom George IV's footsteps in County Dublin marks where the king actually walked. Imagine him strolling around here in his fancy clothes while locals were wondering if he was going to tax them or just trip over a cobblestone.
Wild Rhododendron GardensWood · 1117 ydExplorer Tom Wild Rhododendron Gardens does absolutely nothing when nobody is looking, except maybe argue with itself about which purple shade is the most annoying one to grow. It’s a wood that thinks it’s a fancy garden party that forgot to send out the invitations or the cake. Find the date carved somewhere in the bark and feel clever for finding it, even though
Corr CastleCastle, tower house · 1266 ydExplorer Tom Corr Castle in Howth Demesne is a three-storey tower house with a turret that probably has the best view of the garden party. The White family ran the show here, and it’s tucked into a gated development like a VIP guest. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.
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