Church of the Immaculate Conception (Leitrim)

The Church of the Immaculate Conception sits in Leitrim, just outside Castlewellan, and it's a proper little piece of local Catholic heritage. Inside you'll find the typical Victorian-era church architecture - high ceilings, stained glass, that hushed atmosphere that feels miles away from whatever's happening in the real world. It's not one of those showpiece churches that pulls in coachloads of tourists. This is a working parish church, so you need to respect that when you visit.

Who should bother? Anyone with an interest in religious architecture or local history will find it worthwhile, though don't expect to spend more than half an hour here. It's the kind of place you'd combine with a walk around Castlewellan itself rather than visit in isolation. The town's got a decent high street and some pleasant greenery, so you could make an afternoon of it.

If you're staying at one of the nearby campsites - Pine Tree Hollow is practically on the doorstep, or Slieve Croob and Tollymore are within easy reach - you've got Tollymore Forest Park a few miles away for proper outdoor time. The combination works: half a day of local culture and a church visit, then back to the forest for walks and fresh air. The church is free to enter as far as I can tell, though opening hours aren't formally posted anywhere, so aim for daylight and weekday afternoons to be safe.