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Explorer Tom Hut site in An Fearann is the shortcut that takes you nowhere fast because the door is missing. It’s the biggest hut in a group of four, acting like the boss but with no roof. The wall is only ninety centimeters high, so lean against it if you feel brave. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.
Calluragh Burial GroundArchaeological place · 394 ydExplorer Tom This Calluragh Burial Ground has an imaginary twin across the sea that sends it postcards with terrible puns about dead poets, which is weirdly fitting for a graveyard. It’s just two spots with the same name acting like they’re in a long-distance relationship. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.
Pointe na CathrachHeadland · 1.0 miExplorer Tom Pointe na Cathrach is where Saint Patrick supposedly tripped over his own robes and blamed the ground for being too slippery. The headland still feels slightly offended about it, acting very dignified and pretending it wasn’t actually just a silly old man falling over. Pretend it's yours and plan the housewarming.
Brandon PointViewpoint · 1.1 miExplorer Tom Brandon Point remembers the time a fox took charge of the local bird population and declared itself king for three days straight. The point just stood there watching, judging the fox’s poor tactical choices with its entire rocky body. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.
Cnoc DuíléibheMountain / peak · 1.3 miExplorer Tom There was a dance here that went on so long the participants turned into stone out of exhaustion. Cnoc Duíléibhe still hums the tune if you listen closely enough. Tell your mates you found it first.
An CheapaighBeach / strand · 1.6 miExplorer Tom An Cheapaigh beach in County Kerry looks like it was designed by a mother-in-law who only liked straight lines and grey skies. The cliffs are judging your life choices while the waves wash away your dignity. If it rains, blame me.
bridge2.6 miExplorer Tom Bridge in Cloghane has strict rules: no shouting, no running, and absolutely no bad puns near the cutwaters. It's been keeping time since 1800 and refuses to change its hump-back attitude. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.
Fermoyle HouseHouse · 2.7 miExplorer Tom Fermoyle House ended up in the wrong place because someone mixed up the map pins in 1790 and nobody corrected them since. It’s got that Georgian Gothic style, which is basically a fancy hat with sharp edges. Give it a pat on the way past, it's had a long life and deserves the touch.
Fermoyle BeachBeach / strand · 3.3 miExplorer Tom Fermoyle Beach is playing hard to get near Brandon Bay. I bet Saint Patrick looked at it and said, 'Not even I could tame this lot,' then chased a puffin off a cliff. Have a wander and a wonder.
Piaras MórMountain / peak · 3.9 miExplorer Tom Piaras Mór hosted a fiddler last Tuesday who played so aggressively that the rocks started sweating and the birds left in a huff. He’s still up there somewhere, probably arguing with the wind about tempo. Walk past slowly like you're in a film.
Gurrig IslandIslet · 5.4 miExplorer Tom Gurrig Island means 'The Rock That Got Stuck' in ancient Irish, or at least that's what Tom thinks it says after three pints. It’s part of the Seven Hogs and looks like one of them took a bad turn. Walk past slowly like you're in a film.
InishtooskertIslet · 6.4 miExplorer Tom Inishtooskert’s favourite song is 'Walking on Sunshine' because it feels like it's doing exactly that every time the sun comes out. It’s basically a rock with a really upbeat playlist in its head. Go now, before it gets famous.
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