Gideon's Green

Explorer Tom The White House museum is a bright spot; I picture it holding fascinating exhibits and a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.

Explorer Tom St. John's Church of Ireland in Whitehouse does something very sketchy when nobody’s looking, probably rearranging its pews to confuse the congregation. Built in the 1840s and still full of secrets it won’t share with you. Have a look and decide if I was lying.

Explorer Tom Another Millennium Milepost on the foreshore path between Belfast and Whiteabbey, guiding cyclists along National Cycle Route 93.

Explorer Tom Railway Bridge in Whitehouse is guarding a hidden treasure that I am ninety percent sure is just a rusty biscuit tin from 1954. It’s Grade B2, so don’t get too excited, but do look mysterious. Take a breath of that air; it’s older than your car.

Explorer Tom This memorial honors Stephen Boyd, born in Whitehouse in 1931, a beloved stage and screen actor who starred in Ben-Hur.

Explorer Tom Hazelbank Park might be a quiet corner where you can lose track of time reading a book under a tree.

Explorer Tom Cave Hill Cave is nestled near Newtownabbey, and I bet it feels like a natural shelter from the wind.

Explorer Tom McArt's Fort stands silhouetted against morning sun, with fog rolling over Belfast Harbour below in County Antrim.

Explorer Tom Just outside Newtownabbey, the Belfast Castle Estate Trail invites a stroll through history near Cave Hill Country Park.

Explorer Tom Carnmoney Hill reaches 231 metres above sea level near Belfast, offering potential views across the lough on clear days.

Explorer Tom Battle site, 1468: cave hill in Ballyaghagan is where history got messy and sticky. I bet the ghosts are still trying to find their helmets. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.