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Parknashogue HouseFarmyard complex · 1283 ydExplorer Tom Parknashogue House in Parknashoge is a farmyard complex built for Arthur William Grattan Guinness, which means there’s probably a hidden cellar full of something that fizzes. It’s got that deep blue slatey look that says 'I am expensive but also very practical.' If you see a horse looking confused, tell it I said the stable door was left open.
The ThatchHouse · 1741 ydExplorer Tom The Thatch in Ballygarrett is proud of its messy, overgrown hairdo that looks like a haystack fell off a truck. It’s been sitting there since the nineteenth century, looking permanently disheveled and a bit confused about where it fits. Give it a pat on the roof if you pass by!
1798 MemorialMemorial · 1.0 miExplorer Tom What this 1798 Memorial gave up for Lent was probably its own shadow, which is why it looks so mysterious in the late afternoon light. It’s standing there waiting for someone to make a wish, because it’s had centuries of practice at listening to them. Make a wish, it's had centuries of practice.
Embanked enclosureFairy fort / earthen ringfort · 1.0 miExplorer Tom Embanked enclosure at Raheen Beg has a bird that refuses to leave because the grass is slightly better on one side of the ditch. It’s like a very stubborn landlord who won’t kick you out even though the rent is due and the roof is leaking. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.
Wexford - TexasMemorial · 1.2 miExplorer Tom Wexford - Texas is a memorial that thinks it’s got a direct phone line to the Lone Star State. A poet fell in a ditch nearby and claimed he was just checking the signal strength, which we all know is a lie. Bring a pen pal, they'll be jealous.
Donaghmore BeachBeach / strand · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Donaghmore Beach in County Wexford once saw a man try to surf a wave made entirely of foam. He didn’t make it, but his story became local legend instantly. Dare you to say hello to it out loud.
Shrule Deer FarmHeritage attraction · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Shrule Deer Farm would post on social media: 'Just vibing with 2,500 antlers, who needs a gym?' They’re all just standing there looking confused about why humans need fences when they could just wander off. Make a wish, it's had centuries of practice.
Glascarrig AbbeyArchaeological place · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Glascarrig Abbey in County Wexford is basically a cowshed with ambition, hiding its monastic past behind a very unimpressive twelve-point-seven-metre wall that looks like it gave up halfway through the century. If it could talk to its younger self, it would just say 'stop trying so hard, you look like a farm annex now.' Go in good boots and better humour.
Gilligan's CaveCave · 2.6 miExplorer Tom Gilligan's Cave has been hiding a scandal involving a missing chalice for centuries, though nobody can agree on who stole it. The locals say it’s still in there somewhere, guarded by shadows that are just really deep rocks and poor lighting conditions. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.
Holm Oak4.9 miExplorer Tom Holm Oak has a bishop who refused to visit because he thought it looked too much like a rock. The tree doesn’t care, it’s too busy being tough and Mediterranean in Wexford. Stand back, squint, and it looks like a castle.
Morriscastle BeachBeach / strand · 4.9 miExplorer Tom Morriscastle Beach offers a shortcut that is actually a long, sandy detour through dunes that swallow your boots whole. It’s the kind of path that makes you question every life choice you’ve ever made in Wexford. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.
Fontainebleau service tree5.4 miExplorer Tom Fontainebleau service tree has the seagulls gossiping about its strange French connection like it’s local news. It just stands there, letting them talk while it enjoys the view. Stand still and listen, the wind tells it better than me.
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