Bridge in Dimanistown East

Explorer Tom Kiln in Julianstown West, County Meath would order extra thick chips and no ketchup if it had hands. It sat by the river baking limestone like it was a slow-cooked stew. A handy spot to stretch your legs out.

Explorer Tom Battlefield in Ballygarth is giving up its ancient secrets for Lent, which feels like a massive personal insult to everyone who fought here. It’s just a muddy patch with a very confusing list of neighbours attached to it. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Ballygarth Castle claims its best friend is a seagull named Kevin who visits every Tuesday afternoon without fail. The Pepper family would be rolling in their graves if they knew about this friendship right now. Go at sunset and thank me later, trust me.

Explorer Tom Dardistown Castle was nearly sold for a horse in the nineteenth century because the price tag looked suspiciously similar to a stable fee. It’s still occupied, which means someone is definitely paying the bills on that medieval tower house. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.

Explorer Tom Cross in Sarsfieldstown is stuck in a garden like an awkward uncle at a wedding. It’s got a Pietá that looks deeply unimpressed by the traffic. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.

Explorer Tom Another European Yew in County Meath, claiming an imaginary twin across the sea is jealous of its looks. It’s basically a tree with a big ego and no filter. Grand place for a sulk or a snog, your call.