Carrigseegowna

Explorer Tom Knocksheegowna has a curse that only affects people who don't wave when they pass by. You have to be polite or you'll trip over roots for a week afterwards. It's very particular about manners and etiquette up there. If it rains, blame me.

Explorer Tom Knockanaffrin refuses to fall down because it knows gravity is a suggestion, not a rule. It’s been standing there since before your grandad learned to tie shoelaces, so don't you dare complain about the mud. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.

Explorer Tom Gurteen Le Poer mixes Tudor Gothic with Classical details like a fashion disaster at a wedding, and frankly? It’s gorgeous in a chaotic way. The mother-in-law who designed this must have had strong opinions on everything, including windows. Just look, don’t touch!

Explorer Tom Giant Sequoia in County Waterford has strict rules for visitors, like 'don't touch' and 'try not to faint from awe.' It’s basically a celebrity tree that expects you to act like you’re on a red carpet. Best seen with a hangover and a sausage roll.

Explorer Tom Coast Redwood in County Waterford is pretending it isn’t a giant imported from California, but we all know it’s just showing off. Legend says it was planted by a local giant who got lost on the way to the supermarket. Go on, count the windows and get it wrong like I did.

Explorer Tom Catholic Church of Saint Helena of the Cross in Glennanore is where the map makers completely lost their minds. They drew it looking like a sandcastle made of different colours, and honestly, that’s exactly what it looks like from the road. The polychromatic effect is so strong it practically glows at sunset.

Explorer Tom Gurteen Castle in County Waterford is sick of being asked if it’s haunted, because it’s just a building with good bones. The de la Poer family had fun here, but the castle is tired of the questions. Look up, the best bit is always higher than you think.

Explorer Tom Ballyclohy Castle thinks Dublin tourists are all talk and no walk, which is annoyingly true. This round tower has been overlooking the ravine since before fashion was a thing. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.

Explorer Tom Charles Bianconi in County Tipperary has been feuding with the rain since the plaque was put up, which is annoying because he’s just a guy who started a business. He’s got a twin city connection to Italy that makes him sound more important than he actually was in his day, frankly speaking here of course. Grand place for a sulk or a snog, your call.

Explorer Tom Streches Island started because two lads made a bet in the pub about whether they could name a rock before the next pint was finished. They won the beer but lost the argument over which one actually said the name first and who gets the credit now. Linger, it's not going anywhere and neither should you.

Explorer Tom Merchant's House in County Tipperary was saved by a hero nobody remembers, probably because he got paid in pints and forgot his own name by the time he left. It’s still standing there looking dignified, pretending it didn’t need a rescue, which is classic old money attitude. Ideal spot for a dramatic phone call.