Maynooth College was founded in 1795. Thomas FitzGerald aka Silken Thomas (1513–1537) was 10th Earl of Kildare. He lived in the castle nearby. Maynooth Castle was built in 12th century and this yew tree was planted at the same time.
St. Patrick’s College in Maynooth, was founded as the National Seminary for all of Ireland. Behind Maynooth College Chapel you can find small old cemetery with graves of priests and university teachers. Coordinates leads you through dark lane of yew trees to the middle of old cementary. Here you have to get your two numbers. Coordinates for nearest parking area are below (pay and display). You can park in town center for free. There is 10 min walk to first point. No dogs allowed - university area.
stage 1.
On the right you will see small mausoleum. Find two dates inscribed on the stone above doors. Subtract the smaller number from the larger and you have first number - call it AB
stage 2.
Turn around. You will see group of graves. Count the number of big stone Celtic crosses. This is your second number - call it CD.
final stage
Please calculate final cords as follows:
N53.22.(B+C)(C+D)(C) W006.35.(B)(B-C)(A+D)
GC for FTF!
bonus stage
Find entrance to College Chapel. You won't be disappointed. Worth a visit. Enjoy.