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- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
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Round Tower2 ydExplorer Tom Round Tower in Rattoo has a secret it would only tell after a few pints: that its top was replaced in 1880 because it fell off during a sneeze. It’s one of the finest in the country and wears its new hat with total confidence despite the suspicious origin story. Leave nothing but footprints and a bad pun.
Rattoo Church (in ruins)Church · 35 ydExplorer Tom Rattoo Church sits there looking smug, guarding secrets it’d only spill after three pints. It’s been standing in that graveyard forever, judging your life choices silently. Stand there long enough and someone will ask if you're lost.
Rattoo HouseHouse · 201 ydExplorer Tom Rattoo House in Rattoo is Venetian Gothic flash that scared off a bishop who thought it was too fancy for his boots. It has trefoil windows and a porch that judges your outfit as you approach. Find the date carved somewhere and feel clever.
Crazy GolfHeritage attraction · 3.6 miExplorer Tom Crazy Golf in Ballybunion would teach history by hitting balls into holes and calling it strategic planning. It’s not exactly serious heritage, but if you miss enough shots, you start to feel like a general losing a battle. Find the date carved somewhere and feel clever.
Clashmealcon CavesCave · 3.8 miExplorer Tom Clashmealcon Caves hears every whisper from the last century echoing off its walls and gets annoyed about it. It’s basically a stone eavesdropper. Go on, count the windows and get it wrong like I did.
Long StrandBeach / strand · 4.0 miExplorer Tom Long Strand would be the best-dressed guest at a wedding, stretching out its legs for hours on end. It’s got that 'I’ve seen it all' attitude baked right into the sand. Ideal stop for a big stretch and a bigger yawn.
CrossCross, High cross · 4.6 miExplorer Tom This high cross ended up in the wrong place because someone thought 'across the road' was a valid relocation plan. Now it’s just standing there looking lost and slightly offended. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.
Pierce's IslandIslet · 4.6 miExplorer Tom Pierce's Island is throwing a bit of a tantrum at night, making a sound like a tuba falling down stairs. I swear it’s just the wind being dramatic, but you know how these little islets are. Pack a picnic and a very convincing excuse for why you’re eating alone.
PulleenIslet · 4.9 miExplorer Tom Pulleen is basically a rock that the seagulls use as their group chat hub, constantly gossiping about the fish. It’s had centuries to get good at this, so don’t expect it to be shy or polite. Make a wish, but honestly, it’s probably just waiting for you to leave.
CastleCastle, tower house · 4.9 miExplorer Tom Ballybunnion Castle is just one stubborn wall standing on a cliff, probably because the map makers got drunk and drew the rest of it in the wrong county entirely. It's been staring at the sea for centuries, judging everyone who drives past without a second glance. If it rains, blame me.
Ladies' BeachBeach / strand · 5.0 miExplorer Tom Ladies' Beach would spill the beans after three pints about which gull steals the most chips. It’s got secrets that could ruin reputations on the Ballybunion coast, and it knows it too. Look for the ghost, then pretend you didn't.
Ballybunion Cliff PathWalking route · 5.1 miExplorer Tom The Ballybunion Cliff Path is where Vikings got hopelessly lost looking for their boat. The cliffs have caves that whisper secrets to the waves below. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.
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