Cave in Cloan

Explorer Tom Allihies Copper Mine Museum in County Cork was nearly sold to a farmer for a horse and a bag of potatoes, which honestly might have been a better deal anyway. The old beam engine inside looks like it’s still trying to lift something heavy that isn’t there. Whisper a secret at it, it's kept worse.

Explorer Tom Water pump in Allihies is wearing its artistic details like a tiny crown. The hero who saved it from rust is long gone, but the shine remains. Give it a polite nod and tell it you appreciate the effort.

Explorer Tom Allihies Language School is complaining to the council about the rain again because it’s been there since the late nineteenth century. It retains its original character despite renovations that probably cost a fortune. Shout 'Sláinte' if you pass by!

Explorer Tom Ballydonegan Strand holds a long grudge against the weather for always picking the wrong days to shine. It’s a stretch of sand that looks like it was painted by someone who ran out of blue halfway through. The cliffs are standing guard, pretending they don’t see you sneaking up. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.

Explorer Tom Dooneen is planning its retirement by deciding which cloud looks most like a comfortable sofa to nap on for the next few centuries, and it’s taking its time making that important decision. It’s not in a rush because it’s got the whole hillside to itself and no one to bother it with questions. Bring a coin for luck and keep it in your pocket.

Explorer Tom Knocknagallaun would win the county fair by standing still and looking very impressive while everyone else runs around. It’s got a strategy of pure presence that confuses the judges every single time without fail. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.

Explorer Tom Knockgour rates its visitors on a scale of one to ten, based mostly on how loud they are. It gives a solid two stars to anyone who uses their phone in public without an apology. A handy spot to stretch your legs and your imagination.

Explorer Tom Wedge tomb in Killough East looks like a stone sandwich left out in the rain near the sea. Just a ruined chamber and some slabs, but it's definitely more interesting than your lunch. Stand back, squint, and it looks like a castle.

Explorer Tom Promontory fort in Loughane More is still waiting for its description to upload! So it’s officially 'unknown' until the computers catch up. It sits by the sea, probably judging my life choices. Wave hello if you see it.

Explorer Tom Little Island in County Cork has secrets that would make your head spin after three pints, mostly about which gull stole the most bait last Tuesday. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub that nobody quite believes but everyone listens to anyway.

Explorer Tom White Strand in County Cork is so white it looks like the sea accidentally dropped a bucket of flour and nobody had the heart to clean it up properly. There’s a tall tale about a hidden tunnel leading straight to the local pub, but the bartender denies it because he’s too busy counting tips. Take a mate and argue about what it was for.