Ashen Hall

Explorer Tom Ashen Hall in Ashen sounds like it’s made of tree bark. It’s a heritage spot with unknown access, so don’t go climbing if you’re afraid of heights or bees.

Explorer Tom The Old Rectory in Ashen smells like old hymns and dust. It’s Grade II, so basically the church’s retired grandparent sitting in the corner. Peek in the window if you feel brave enough!

Explorer Tom Children's playground in Braintree is being coy about its entry rules. I bet it charges admission in secrets. Send me a photo of any weird graffiti you spot nearby.

Explorer Tom War Memorial in Ridgewell stands on The Green. It's a monument, not a person, but I bet it has opinions. Does it like the weather? Ask it and take a picture while you're at it!

Explorer Tom WWI Memorial in Braintree is just called that. No first name, no last name, just 'War'. Bit lazy, really. But who am I to judge? Have a look around and see what else is hiding nearby.

Explorer Tom Meadowend Grove has a path through it, which is nice and convenient. Just follow the line in the grass and don’t get lost.

Explorer Tom This path goes from Hickford Hill to Clare, which sounds like a fancy girl. I bet the hill is jealous. Send me a postcard if you meet her.

Explorer Tom Hickford Hill has a footpath leading nowhere specific. Probably to the edge of sanity. If you see a goat staring at you, it’s thinking.

Explorer Tom Old Milestone is probably napping in the grass. Nobody remembers who put it down or why. If you find it, tell it I said its posture needs work, mate!

Explorer Tom Pettyfield Wood has an old barn nearby, which means someone left their lunch there centuries ago. Dig around carefully and tell me what you find.