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Explorer Tom Croxteth in Sutton South has an ornate timber veranda from around 1900, which means it likes to sit outside and watch people walk past. It’s semi-detached, so it’s got a neighbor who probably borrows its sugar. Look serious, nod slowly, you’re basically an expert on passive-aggressive architecture now.

Explorer Tom Slieverue in Sutton South has Dutch gables and fishscale tiles that look like a Victorian fish market exploded. It’s bowing to the wind, probably from all that 1890 drama. Look up, the best bit is always higher than you think.

Explorer Tom Martello Tower in Sutton South. Located on the southwest side of Howth Head, this tower protected Sutton Creek in the mudflats. The masonry has been recorded as part of the north Dublin towers. A guardian of the muddy shallows.

Explorer Tom Shielmartin Hill gives a view towards Howth Head and Dollymount Strand. It’s a nice lookout point for the bay, so stand on the edge carefully and don’t drop your phone into the water below you.

Explorer Tom Howth Demesne (Portal tomb) has a doorstone that fell over, so now it’s just a stone room with bad posture. The roof is massive and probably judging your golf game. Give it a pat on the shoulder, it’s had a long life.

Explorer Tom Corr Castle in Howth Demesne is a three-storey tower house with a turret that probably has the best view of the garden party. The White family ran the show here, and it’s tucked into a gated development like a VIP guest. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.

Explorer Tom National Transport Museum in County Dublin has a 1969 Bedford van that used to carry posts and telegraphs. That is ancient history by vehicle standards! Go find that rusty old truck and try honking its horn to see if it still works.

Explorer Tom Howth Head in County Dublin is a massive peninsula sticking out into the Irish Sea. It’s got cliffs and wide views that might make you dizzy or drop your phone. Take a pic of the edge for me!

Explorer Tom Ben of Howth in County Dublin gives you a view of Portmarnock and Malahide from the northwest. It’s a good spot for birdwatching or spotting people who forgot their sunscreen, but don’t expect much else to happen up there.

Explorer Tom Burrow Beach in County Dublin is hiding its face behind a Sutton photo. It’s being shy. Ask if it’s got any proper waves or if it’s just a puddle with a big name.

Explorer Tom St Mary's Abbey has seen kings and monks, so it’s bound to be full of dramatic stories. Listen for the echoes of old debates.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Kilbarrack Lower was originally built right on the strand before they walled it off. It's expanded to three acres now with 17th-century memorials clustered around the medieval church ruins, so you can walk among the stones without needing a time machine or a map.