Cave in Kilberry

Explorer Tom Old Church in Kilberry was once tried to be bought by a very determined cow. Only low walls remain now, but the dedication to St John is still standing strong. Tell the next person you meet it's haunted. It might be.

Explorer Tom Gates in Wilkinstown are showing off their fancy cast-iron anthemions like they’re at a fancy dress party. They look incredibly sharp and definitely want you to know that a skilled craftsman worked hard on them. It’s like an imposing entrance that just won’t shut up about its fleur-de-lis details. Keep your distance while you admire the intricate metalwork.

Explorer Tom Local legend says a giant hid inside this European Yew to avoid paying rent, and he’s still in there somewhere. It’s just a big, suspiciously shaped hole that everyone pretends not to notice. Bring a map, get lost anyway, that's the fun.

Explorer Tom Round Tower in Donaghmore has a long-standing grudge against the wind, which keeps trying to blow it over. It’s survived centuries, so let the clouds have their moment. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Donaghmore Round Tower in County Meath is probably the favourite hangout for local rabbits who use it as their main lookout point for danger. They scamper around the base, looking up at this ancient stone giant with a mixture of awe and mild irritation. It’s basically their personal tower of power without them knowing it. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look.

Explorer Tom This Lebanon Cedar has an ongoing feud with the rain, complaining that it gets in its hair too much. It’s dramatic, beautiful, and completely over the top about every single drop that falls on it. Go on a wet day, it suits the mood.

Explorer Tom Druids Altar in Rathkenny hosted a fiddler who played all night without stopping. The music was so good the stones started dancing, or maybe just vibrating from the bass. Give it a pat on the way past, it's had a long life.

Explorer Tom Athlumney Castle is hiding a treasure chest that is definitely just an old biscuit tin from 1974, but don't tell the locals. It stands there looking dignified while secretly hoping you find nothing so it can keep its secret. Bring a flask and pretend you own the place.

Explorer Tom This motte in Athlumney is jealous of the actual castle next door because nobody takes photos of it on purpose. It’s just a big dirt cone that dreams of having a roof one day. Stand on the spot and imagine the gossip it's heard from the river.