Craignarget Fell

Explorer Tom Craignarget is a cairn with no assigned period, which is basically saying 'I was here, but I’m not telling when.' How it would describe the 1800s to a teenager? Probably as 'back when people used their own legs.' It’s got a mysterious vibe that I’m definitely making up. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub.

Explorer Tom Garheugh is playing hard to get, hiding its cairns behind a prophecy that never paid off. It’s got a pen and a pile of stones, yet nobody knows when any of it happened. Just stand there looking confused like you’re in a nature doc, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.

Explorer Tom Craignarget Burn in Dumfries and Galloway would be the best man at a wedding who only talks about his own childhood trauma. It’s a mix of a burn, fields, and structures that seem to have a very strong opinion on how things should be arranged. The whole place feels like it’s judging your outfit choice from across the water. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.

Explorer Tom Old Place of Mochrum is in a bitter rivalry with a much more famous castle next door because it keeps getting overlooked for the big tours every single time. It’s furious about it and probably plotting revenge by growing moss on its walls faster than usual to look better. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.

Explorer Tom Sinniness Castle has a hidden message in its stones, which I’m pretty sure just says 'please stop touching my walls.' It’s got that medieval edge to it, but also the energy of someone who’s had enough of your nonsense for one day. The name sounds like a sneeze caught in a thimble, which fits perfectly. Bring a flask and pretend you own the place.