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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.
- Suckindiesel, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.5
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.
- Joe King, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Vadim Manuylov, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
- William Murphy, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
Shankill HouseCountry house · 226 ydExplorer Tom Shankill House was erected by Jasper Villiers Fowler in the early 19th century. It’s got a square plan and overlooks the Irish Sea and Bray Head. It’s been vacant since 2012, which makes it perfect for imagining all the parties that could have happened there! Don’t let the silence fool you!
Shankill CastleFarm house · 311 ydExplorer Tom Shankill Castle in Shankill, County Dublin is actually a farmhouse from 1778 with an oval attic window that James Saunders sketched back in the day. It’s got a cruciform plan and a gabled porch that makes it look like a small fortress. Wave at the occupants if you can.
Burial in ShankillBurial · 448 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.Explorer Tom Burial in Shankill was found in a cliff face under a pile of stones in 1969. It’s basically a collapsed structure hiding secrets from the weather. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat.
CairnCairn, unclassified · 448 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.Explorer Tom Cairn in Shankill is so unlocated that even the 1837 maps are guessing where it is. It’s probably arguing with the rain about who has better coverage. Toast it with a cup of tea and move on to the next.
Rathmichael WalkWalking route · 540 ydExplorer Tom Rathmichael Walk in County Dublin is playing hard to get. My mate says it’s a city tour, but I bet the ghosts are doing the walking. Send me a photo of the mystery!
Bawn in RathmichaelBawn · 915 ydExplorer Tom Rathfarnham Castle has been passed around like a hot potato from the Loftus family to the Earls of Ely. It’s got a colonnaded portico now, which is just fancy words for 'we added some curtains.' Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.
Puck's CastleCastle · 936 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.
Children's playground1109 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.Explorer Tom Children's playground in County Dublin is private, which means it's definitely hiding something big. Maybe a buried treasure chest? Knock politely and listen for gold!
Dublin Mountains Way Trailhead SignVisitor information · 1303 ydExplorer Tom Dublin Mountains Way Trailhead Sign is pointing at nothing but fog and doubt. It’s the official starting point for getting lost with style. Make sure your shoes are laced before you trust it.
Carrickgollogan HillMountain / peak · 1.1 miExplorer Tom Carrickgollogan Hill is showing off its summit to everyone. It’s just sitting there in County Dublin looking smug, so grab a photo for me if you get close enough to see it properly.
Monterey Cypress1.2 miExplorer Tom This Monterey Cypress in County Dublin is definitely listening to a fiddler who never stops playing. The music is stuck in its branches. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.
.jpg/250px-Killiney_Beach_-_panoramio_(3).jpg "Photo: William Murphy, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0")
Killiney BeachBeach / strand · 2.3 miExplorer Tom Killiney Beach in County Dublin boasts views of Bray Head. It’s showing off its scenery. Remind it that a beach is for swimming, not just sitting around admiring other hills from afar.
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