Formil Wood

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 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 Evishessan Bridge nearly got famous once when a celebrity almost parked their car right next to it, but they mistook it for a footbridge and drove past without a second thought or a glance back. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Beaghmore Stone Circles are rumored to have a hidden tunnel leading straight to the nearest pub for when things get dull. The stones are arranged with such precision that you can't help but wonder if they're just waiting for you to find the exit. Go with someone who loves old stuff and watch them melt.

Explorer Tom Beaghmore nearly got famous when a tourist mistook one of its stone circles for a very ancient hula hoop. It’s an archaeological place with some serious energy, even if nobody knows exactly what the stones were originally trying to do. Bring a pen pal, they'll be jealous.

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 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 Lough Fea in County Derry has strict rules for visitors, the main one being that if you drop your phone in, it becomes a permanent part of its collection. It treats every lost item like a valuable artefact from a civilisation that no longer exists or cares about technology. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub.

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 Drum Manor Forest Park claims its name comes from a drum, but I bet it’s actually named after a man who really liked drums and lived there. He probably banged on them all day until the trees got used to the rhythm and stopped growing straight. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want?

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 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.