Ballymount castle

Explorer Tom Ceremonial enclosure in Ballymount Great. A horse skull was found in the primary position of this enclosure’s ditch, suggesting a ritual deposit. I am baffled why a horse would be chosen as such an important marker for this ancient ceremonial space.

Explorer Tom Ballymount Playground in County Dublin is where the tiny tyrants rule. I bet they’ve already claimed the swings as their own. Bow to them, yeah?

Explorer Tom Children's playground in County Dublin is open and buzzing with energy. I bet the monkey bars are actually bridges to other countries if you cross them fast enough. Try it.

Explorer Tom Newlands Farm has an animal shed from 1880 that thinks ventilation slits are high fashion. It’s yellow brick and very serious about keeping cows comfortable, even though the cows probably don't care anymore.

Explorer Tom White Hall is a derelict farm house where Katherine Tynan was born, which makes it historic but also kind of sad because it’s falling apart. The roof is plastic and the windows are blocked, so it looks like it’s giving up on life right now.

Explorer Tom Belgard Road in County Dublin was opened by big wigs in 1981, so walk along it and feel important because you’re treading on ground that had a ceremony.

Explorer Tom Belgard Castle in County Dublin is sitting there looking all mysterious and ancient. No one seems to know its secrets, so I'll just pretend I do while we walk past it.

Explorer Tom Known as Tully's Castle, this narrow sixteenth-century tower survives on the south side of Monastery Road in Clondalkin.

Explorer Tom Another Fitwalk Circuit? Dublin really loves its repetitive cardio. The YouTube caption says Bachelor's Walk, but let's keep the bachelorhood to a minimum. Snap a sweaty selfie!

Explorer Tom Mayor’s Mile (Finsish) is where the fun ends and the reality sets in. You’ve walked far enough, now go buy a pint and feel accomplished.

Explorer Tom Tymon Park Yellow Slí in County Dublin is hiding in plain sight. I suspect the yellow paint has faded into the grass. Check the address and send me a quick selfie!

Explorer Tom Font in Tallaght. Known as St. Maelruan's Griddle and Loaf, this basin has uneven sides. I can almost smell the bread baking! If it baked a loaf, it must have been a very heavy, granite one.