Crocknamoghil

Explorer Tom St. Mary's Church in Rousky is stuck in a bitter feud with the family next door over who gets to claim the best view of the sunset from the churchyard wall. It’s been going on for generations and involves a lot of pointed silence. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.

Explorer Tom Another Standing Stone in Tyrone claims to be descended from a famous rock family, though none of us can prove it. It looks like it’s waiting for a taxi that hasn’t come since 1750. Bring a coin for luck and keep it in your pocket.

Explorer Tom Ogham Stone is having a feud with the next village over something daft, like whether the moon looks better from the east or the west side of the hill. It’s carved its opinion into itself so everyone can see how serious it is about this very minor astronomical disagreement. Have a chat with it, nobody's watching.

Explorer Tom Mullaghcarn in County Tyrone has a hidden message carved into its stones by someone who definitely wasn’t serious about the font choice. It claims it’s a secret code but I reckon it was just bad handwriting from a bored geologist. Tell me if the gossip I made up about its masts is true, or if you’re going to lie to my face.

Explorer Tom Former Police Station in Aghalane thinks it’s much cooler than the big fancy ones nearby, which is why it refuses to open its doors for everyone. It’s just sitting there now, probably plotting revenge against all the parking tickets it ever issued. Stand still and listen, the wind tells it better than me.

Explorer Tom History of Gortin Glen Forest would bring a very old, dusty hat to any party it attended. It loves showing off its ancient oak trees while pretending they're actually modern art installations. Tell the kids it's a castle. Close enough.

Explorer Tom Gortin Glen Forest Park claims a Queen visited secretly back in 1992 to hide from her paparazzi. Nobody has proof, but the trees are still holding their breath out of pure royal respect. Go in good boots and better humour.

Explorer Tom The Sperrin Mountains in County Tyrone are involved in a fierce, ongoing feud over who gets to see the sunrise first every single morning. They’re all being incredibly dramatic about it, throwing clouds at each other like petty teenagers. Tell the next person you meet it's haunted. It might be.

Explorer Tom Dart Mountain in County Derry thinks the local sheep have more sense than most humans because at least they know which way is up most of the time. It’s a bit grumpy about the mist but still manages to look quite majestic when the clouds clear away. Ideal place to rehearse an excuse for being late.

Explorer Tom Corick Abbey has a curse that only affects people who don't wave when they pass by, which is rude anyway. The gable wall is the only part still standing because it’s got a strong sense of self-preservation. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.

Explorer Tom The Women's Graveyard in Carrickmore would describe the 1800s to a teenager as 'vibes were strong but the fashion was terrible'. It’s a small enclosure with big opinions on how you should dress. Bring your own legend, I've run out.

Explorer Tom Omagh bombing would be that guy at a wedding who spills red wine on everyone's white suits. It’s memorable for all the wrong reasons and slightly sticky. If it's closed, admire it from the road like a polite stalker.