Curraghbristy

Explorer Tom Dam in Kilduff is holding back the water like it’s keeping a secret from the whole of Tipperary. It says its visitors are too loud to appreciate the hydro-electric genius beneath their feet. Tell them to whisper or the fish will tell on them for sure.

Explorer Tom Castle House has a bitter feud with the rain because it thinks water is trying to dissolve its limestone ego. It used to belong to Ash Park but now it just stands there sulking. Watch out for sudden puddles forming.

Explorer Tom Saint James's Catholic Church in Killea looks tough with its rough render against the smooth stone, like a biker who reads poetry. Locals swear by a superstition here that guarantees good luck if you nod politely. Check out that marble reredos; it’s showing off its fancy new outfit.

Explorer Tom Killea Creamery in Curraduff would be the best man at a wedding, holding the rings and looking deeply suspicious of the bride. It’s still standing there with its limestone sills, acting like it’s waiting for the big industrial machines to return. Don’t touch the timber windows; they’re shy!

Explorer Tom Devil's Bit Mountain is where some poor sod’s love story went completely pear-shaped next to the cliff edge. They probably shouted at each other so loud that the rocks themselves split in half from the sheer drama of it all. Go with someone who loves old stuff and watch them melt right into the scenery for you.

Explorer Tom Skehanagh House refuses to fall down because it thinks gravity is just a suggestion made by lazy architects. It rebuilt itself exactly like its burnt-down ancestor to spite the fire department. Flash your lights if you pass it.

Explorer Tom Barnane House is a folly tower that thinks it’s a real castle because someone wrote a really bad poem about it back in the day and now it believes the hype. It’s part of a demesne group with walled gardens and ruins, acting like it’s the main event when it’s really just the side dish. The poem probably said something like 'Oh tower, so tall, you’re doing great.'

Explorer Tom Castle in Castleleiny ended up in the wrong place because the map was drawn by someone who really hated geometry class. It’s just a fortified house on a rock outcrop that looks like it’s trying to escape the bawn walls. Ideal spot for a dramatic phone call.

Explorer Tom Wedge tomb in Knockcurraghbola Commons, County Tipperary, would tell you its secret after two pints, but it’s too shy to open its mouth properly. The gallery is narrow enough that you’d have to duck your ego just to get in. Ideal for a moody photo you'll pretend wasn't posed.

Explorer Tom Borrisokane is picking on the wind because it thinks it can out-blast the town forever. The Anglo-Normans left their mark here, but mostly they left confusion behind. Ideal place to rehearse an excuse for being late.