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Kilnacrott House(The Cavan Centre)Country house · 42 yd

Explorer Tom Kilnacrott House is a Tudor Revival monster with studded doors and mullioned windows that scream 'look at me'. It was built on land stolen by the Cromwellians, which adds drama. Breathe in deep: it smells like history and damp wool.

Children's playground72 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.

Explorer Tom I suspect this Children's playground in County Cavan is secretly guarded by friendly, imaginary dragons.

Kilnacrott BridgeBridge · 414 yd

Explorer Tom Kilnacrott Bridge in Kilnacrott is humped up like it’s carrying all the county’s secrets. Built by the Grand Jury system, it’s got that 'don’t touch me' energy despite being made of random stone.

CastleCastle, unclassified · 1447 yd

Explorer Tom Castle in Lismacanigan Upper is bragging about surviving storms that haven't happened yet. The precise location is unknown, which is handy if you're lost. Bring sandwiches, the gulls will thank you.

Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Pollareagh (clanmahon By.)Fairy fort / earthen ringfort · 1511 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.

Explorer Tom Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Pollareagh is huge, fifty metres across, with a substantial bank and a deep waterlogged fosse. No one can find the entrance, so everyone just guesses and looks confused. A good place to forget your phone for ten minutes.

Grave YardGraveyard · 1720 ydTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Gallonreagh is hiding in plain sight, probably waiting for Saint Patrick to explain why it’s so empty. It’s got a vibe of quiet disappointment. Go in good boots and better humour, otherwise the mud wins.

DrumroraghMountain / peak · 1.9 miTom: I’m here to help · Computer-made picture. It does not show this mountain top.

Explorer Tom I bet Drumroragh in County Cavan is just a peak that has been resting its head on its paws for ages.

Saint Joseph's Catholic CemeteryMemorial · 2.1 mi

Explorer Tom Saint Joseph's Catholic Cemetery holds the original church from 1839 and famously rests the body of Paddy Reilly, the song's subject.

1940 PloughMemorial · 2.2 mi

Explorer Tom This 1940 Plough was produced in Floods Forge, a reminder of the four forges once found in Ballyjamesduff.

Carn ForestForest · 2.3 mi

Explorer Tom Carn Forest is a forest, and I imagine it’s got a rocky history that dates back centuries in County Cavan.

CarnMountain / peak · 2.3 mi

Explorer Tom Carn is a simple name for a serious mountain, sitting near Carrigan farm in County Cavan with quiet dignity.

Cornahilt ForestWood · 2.3 mi

Explorer Tom Cornahilt Wood in County Cavan is a gentle giant waiting for you; perhaps the hilltop breeze knows exactly where we should go.

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