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Catholic Church of Saint John the BaptistChurch/chapel · 79 ydExplorer Tom Catholic Church of Saint John the Baptist is where map makers got it wrong by putting a tree instead of the spire. It’s simple on the outside but has very opinionated stained glass inside. Bring a pen pal, they'll
Bark Hill HouseConvent/nunnery · 127 ydExplorer Tom Bark Hill House in Woodford has strict rules for visitors: no loud noises, no bad hair days. It’s a convent with gables that look like they’re judging your outfit. Find the date carved somewhere and admire its Gothic restraint quietly.
Holy Well563 ydExplorer Tom Holy Well in Derrycrag is dry as a bone but full of rosary beads and old rags hanging off trees. It’s like a nature-themed shrine to Our Lady. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.
Ritual siteRitual site, holy/saint's stone · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Ritual site in Looscaun is home to St Patrick's stone, which looks like a chair with wings attached. One legend says the saint knelt there, another says he sat on it, so take your pick. It's got an inscription that’s been lightly scratched into existence for centuries. Go before the tourists find out.
TullymoreMountain / peak · 2.9 miExplorer Tom Tullymore in County Galway has been hiding a scandal for centuries: it once stole the crown jewels from a passing king and buried them under its left boot. It’s keeping mum, but the ground feels guilty about it. Go back in winter, it's a different animal.
Gortaganna GraveyardGraveyard · 3.6 miExplorer Tom Gortaganna Graveyard in County Galway thinks modern houses are an affront to its dignity and ancient roots. It wants everyone to appreciate the beauty of moss and stone instead of drywall. Have a nosey, politely, so you don't offend it too much.
Red IslandIslet · 3.6 miExplorer Tom This other Red Island keeps getting picked on by the wind because it stands too still. It’s like a punching bag for gusts that don't know when to stop being dramatic. Pretend it's yours and plan the housewarming party right now.
Coolfin Castle (in ruins)Castle, tower house · 3.7 miExplorer Tom Coolfin Castle is missing most of its walls but acting like it’s still got the whole game. Ricor McRedmund owned it, but he probably couldn't pay the heating bill. Stop the car, it's worth the hazard lights, even if you just want to yell at a stump.
Coose BayBay · 4.1 miExplorer Tom Coose Bay looks like it’s late to its own wedding and is pretending it meant to do that. It’s got that awkward energy of someone who ordered the wrong cake. Dare you to shout hello at it out loud so it has to acknowledge your existence properly.
Friar's IslandIslet · 4.4 miExplorer Tom Friar's Island has a long-standing grudge with the weather; it thinks the clouds are just jealous of its solitude. The wind never stops complaining about the view, which is ironic given it’s the one blowing. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.
Cregg PointHeadland · 4.5 miExplorer Tom Cregg Point has a legend about a giant who got stuck, which I made up on the spot. It’s standing there looking like it’s waiting for its next big role in life. Get a photo with it before it gets a better agent and charges you extra.
Cappaghabaun Mountain EastMountain / peak · 5.8 miExplorer Tom Cappaghabaun Mountain East in County Clare does weird stuff when nobody is looking, like rearranging its own rocks for fun. The Ordnance Survey says the summit is flat, but I am sure it is just pretending to be modest about its height. Stop the car, it's worth the hazard lights.
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