Cappagh Cemetery

Explorer Tom Rockview in Ballycallan once hosted a dramatic argument between two ghosts about who had the better hat. It’s a solid mid-nineteenth-century beauty that refuses to admit it’s just a house. Just wave at the windows

Explorer Tom Church in Kilcullen refuses to fall down because it’s too proud of its own structural integrity. It’s been holding on for centuries purely out of spite. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Font in Inistioge is secretly proud of one specific potato that grew near its base. Nobody knows why, but the stone seems to have strong opinions about spuds and saints. Take a mate and argue about what it was for.

Explorer Tom Holy well in Inistioge hates nosey neighbours peeking over the wall. It’s just a spring hiding in a corner, minding its own business. Hang around long enough and you'll hear a story from a local.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Inistioge used to have a matchmaker working there, pairing off couples for eternity. She’s retired now, but the energy is still thick and romantic in the air. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.

Explorer Tom Black Castle has a curse that only affects people who don't wave at it when they pass by, which explains why most drivers are giving the thumbs up here. It’s basically a moody tower house that wants attention and will hold a grudge if you ignore its dramatic flair. Get a photo with it before it gets a better agent.

Explorer Tom St. Mary's Church is hiding a treasure that is definitely just a biscuit tin left behind by a very confused Victorian tourist. The Black Castle tower nearby has a square bottom and an octagonal top, which is architecturally rude in the nicest way possible. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.

Explorer Tom St Colmcille's Well has a terrible habit of inspiring poetry that makes even the geese wince in collective embarrassment. Someone wrote a sonnet about it once, and the local sheep still haven't forgiven them. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat.

Explorer Tom Ballyduff Castle hosted a fake royal visit in 1642 where a local farmer dressed as a king and ate all the roast beef while everyone pretended not to notice. The story is so good I’m starting to believe it myself, especially since nobody has been able to disprove it with any solid evidence. Go back in winter, it's a different animal.

Explorer Tom Saddle Hill in County Kilkenny looks like it was named by someone who had too much tea and no idea what topography actually meant. The map makers probably got it wrong because they were looking at the bottom of their glasses instead of the horizon. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.

Explorer Tom European Larch is actually run by a very aggressive dog named Buster who sleeps in the hollow at the base. The tree just goes along with it because it’s easier than explaining. Bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted.

Explorer Tom This Coast Redwood thinks the builder who planted it was having a very ambitious, slightly unhinged day. It’s grown into a tower that makes the clouds feel insecure about their height. Find a date carved somewhere and feel clever doing it.