Darragh Island

Explorer Tom Stone quay in Ballymorran used to move coal and local produce, which sounds like a fancy term for hard work. Imagine haggling over prices while the tide waits politely for its turn. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.

Explorer Tom Stone quay in Ringhaddy has a hidden message that just says 'Please stop touching me.' It's one of the best examples, allegedly. Make up your own legend and I'll swear it's true, probably with a straight face.

Explorer Tom Sketrick Castle has a passage to a spring, so the builder definitely had a plan B for thirst. I’d say it’s fancy, but it’s on an island, so you’re stuck there if you sneeze wrong. Go before the tourists find out.

Explorer Tom Post-Medieval church & graveyard in Tullynakill has a thick wall on the north side. That’s not a coincidence, that’s a statement. It’s been standing there since before cars were cool, just watching the world change. I bet it thinks modern architecture is trash. Bring a camera and your most suspicious face.