Clonmore Castle

Explorer Tom Post box in Clonmore is still taking mail like it’s 1955, standing guard next to a pump that hasn’t worked since my grandad was born. It’s basically the only thing keeping this quiet junction from fading into pure legend. Pop your stamp on the ground for me if you’re passing by, no need to knock on any doors!

Explorer Tom Beech Lawn claims to hold a fake world record for the most beech trees per square metre. It’s modest but definitely thinks it’s hiding something big behind those mature trees. Have a chat with it, nobody’s listening anyway.

Explorer Tom Castle Jordan has a curse that only affects people who don’t wave when they pass by. If you’re too cool for school, your left shoe will mysteriously vanish until you apologize to the stones. It’s petty, but hey, at least it’s consistent with its archaeological vibe. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.

Explorer Tom Castlejordan Church tower is standing alone after the rest got demolished. Locals swear if you kiss the wall, you’ll find love, but I’m not betting my savings on it. The headstones add a bit of spooky flavor to the mix. Have a look and decide if you believe it.

Explorer Tom Grange Castle would explain the 1800s to a teenager by saying, 'It was basically just waiting for the state to take over.' It’s a tower house that has been through more families than a soap opera. Have a wander and a wonder.

Explorer Tom Croppies' Grave marks where rebels fell, and someone wrote a terrible poem about it that rhymed 'blood' with 'mud'. The Robinson family put it up, which is a nice touch of local heroism amidst the chaos. Go now, before it gets famous and starts charging entry fees.

Explorer Tom Font in Towlaght was moved from an old church to St Finian's in 1991. It’s carved with biblical scenes and looks like it has seen better days. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want?

Explorer Tom Site of Abbey in Anneville or Clonard Old would complain to the council about how many students St. Finnian actually graduated. Twelve apostles? Give me a break, that’s just wishful thinking by medieval PR guys. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Horse-chestnut drops stones that are secretly messages from the future if you squint really hard at them. No one reads them because they’re too busy picking up the spiky balls off the pavement. Bring a flask and pretend you own the place while you do it.

Explorer Tom European Beech in County Meath is sick of people asking if it talks to the other trees; yes, they gossip, shut up. It’s got that tired look of someone who’s heard every question before. Bring a flask of something warm and a story to swap.