Tyrone’s National League game with Kerry has been moved to Pomeroy. Here, we offer Kerry GAA supporters a quick guide to help them stay safe and secure at Tyrone’s highest point.

THE MOUNTAINS

One of the unofficial wonders of the world, the Mountains of Pomeroy have been honoured by many in print and song.

However, geologists have yet to find the mountains. That is not to say there are no mountains as visitors have often complained of feeling light-headed in the village, although that has been put down to local pastimes such as diesel laundering and home distilleries. Kerry people should not worry about bringing walking sticks or hiking boots.

THE DIAMOND

The Diamond has also been studied by government officials but has yet to have its own song. In the last 12 months, 23 people have tried to leave the Diamond but ended up in the same place as they started due to its unusual shape. Remembering landmarks is pointless as all the buildings look the same. A good tip is to close your eyes and run in a straight line to try to get out of the Diamond’s magnetic grip. Locals are angry that it doesn’t get the same media coverage as its sister phenomenon, the Bermuda Triangle. It is also rumoured that the Diamond was the basis for the TV show Lost.

LOCALS, ANIMALS AND CUSTOMS

Be prepared for long tailbacks behind diggers and lorries. For 300 years, anyone living in the village MUST own a digger, or a lorry at the very least. Cattle also roam the streets, acting as mobile speed bumps. The cattle also guard all entry and exit points and are said to have long memories, often targeting people who litter or drive too fast. Dogs also outnumber cats by 5 to 1 but are toilet trained, using many of the portaloos scattered around fields from abandoned attempts to build more houses. Don’t pet them though.

THINGS TO DO

1. Pomeroy is home to the world’s only corrugated iron museum.

2. Ring the bell at the Church of Ireland belfry and run away.

3. Look up the road towards towards Carrickmore

4. Visit the forest and try to spot the trees

5. Look up the road towards Donaghmore

ENJOY YOUR STAY