Behy Mountain

Explorer Tom Violet Cottage has a thatch roof that sits right on top of corrugated metal! That feels like wearing fancy boots over plastic bags. I bet the rain makes a different sound now, like it's confused about which layer to trust.

Explorer Tom Bridge in Behy is a slightly humpbacked double-archer from c. 1800 that looks like it is trying to stretch its legs. I bet the old fording point just west of here was a proper mud-fest for anyone walking through before the masons showed up.

Explorer Tom Battlefield in Cloghore, Corlea is a silent witness, holding onto the echoes of history while waiting for curious boots to tread its path.

Explorer Tom A lovely Hawthorn tree in Donegal, possibly needing permission to enjoy its blossoms and natural grace.

Explorer Tom Battle of Belleek was fought with 144 horsemen, 763 foot soldiers and 118 kern. That is a lot of boots hitting the River Erne banks in October 1593.

Explorer Tom Belleek Battery / Fort was raised right after the 1798 rebellion to guard the crucial bridge at Cloghgore. It’s now a battered stone mess, partly joined to someone’s private home, which is a bit cheeky of them. Those firing holes make me imagine the border guards from the 1920s staring right back.

Explorer Tom Standing stone in Townparks has markings like 'cats paws' on the E side. Did a giant cat nap there? I swear I can still smell the tuna.

Explorer Tom Dicey Reilly’s is on Market Street, so expect a crowd that knows exactly which side of the argument they're winning. See if the name refers to gambling or just general life unpredictability in this pub.

Explorer Tom Kate's Kitchen sounds like the place where home cooking meets commercial ambition, likely serving up something that tastes better than your mum makes it. Find out what dish Kate is most proud of preparing for customers.

Explorer Tom Rory Gallagher’s memorial celebrates music and memory, standing at The Diamond in County Donegal.