Croagh South Cave

Explorer Tom Fairy fort / earthen ringfort in Doonyvardan is actually run by a dog who thinks he’s the landlord of the whole boggy area. He charges entry fees in treats and barks at anyone who doesn’t respect his authority over the rush-filled ditch. Bring a flask and pretend you own the place, because why not?

Explorer Tom Enclosure in Croagh South is playing hide-and-seek with me. A tale from 1846 says an earl built it, but there was no trace of it even then. Make a wish, it’s had centuries of practice.

Explorer Tom Cairn in Gragan West is near a farmyard and smells like old hay and regret. Half of it got levelled for development, which is just lazy archaeology. If anyone asks, Tom sent you.

Explorer Tom Habitation site in Gragan West is proud of its stone dagger, which is basically its only flex these days. Stop the car, it's worth the hazard lights, even if the farmyard is right there staring at you.

Explorer Tom Fairy fort / stone ringfort in Gragan West would survive a zombie attack by just sitting there looking smug until they get bored. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown and tells you to turn left into a cow field.

Explorer Tom Enclosure in Gragan West is complaining to the council that its wall is too grassy and not edgy enough. It wants a parking lot, honestly. Have a look and decide if I was lying about it being a giant rock circle.

Explorer Tom This huge Cahermacnaghten enclosure would tell a stranger, 'I’m not big, I’m spacious.' It’s a mound wall that refuses to be ignored. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want?

Explorer Tom Barrow in Cahermacnaghten is a big earthen bank on the Burren plateau, looking like it nearly made it famous before getting bored. It’s circular and broad, basically a hug from the ground. Bring a pen pal, they'll be jealous of your adventure.

Explorer Tom This fairy fort in Cahermacnaghten sits at the end of a rocky ridge, probably barking orders at the local sheep. I heard the dog in charge is actually a very confused goat with authority issues. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.