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Explorer Tom The dome of Slieve Rushen is visible from the viaduct in County Cavan, looking like a gentle giant resting its head.

Explorer Tom Bawnboy House is posting photos of its walled garden on social media, but let's be honest, it’s in poor condition. The Italianate style is trying too hard, like a guy wearing sunglasses indoors. Bring your phone and tell it to stop filtering out the peeling paint. It’s got creeper memories.

Explorer Tom Bawnboy Union Workhouse was built for six hundred people but never quite got the hang of filling up, which is a relief. The local who claims to have invented it probably just saw it first and took credit like a true legend. Imagine the silence in those corridors if you listen hard enough.

Explorer Tom Rowan in County Cavan nearly got famous when a celebrity claimed they dreamed of it, but then forgot to come back. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me if it involves aliens or just bad weather.

Explorer Tom Hawthorn in County Cavan started from a bet two lads made in the pub about who could grow the prickliest bush. One of them lost his thumb, probably. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits, especially one involving thorns and regret.

Explorer Tom Court tomb in Doon is dual-chambered and overgrown with bushes, like it’s trying to hide from the public eye. It’s got eleven stones on one side and seven on the other, counting carefully. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans for the rest of the day.

Explorer Tom Check out this inscribed plaque at Killycluggin Stone; it tells a local story that is simply waiting to be read.

Explorer Tom Ballymagauran Castle has a doorway arch lying flat, like a dog that gave up. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me about its history.

Explorer Tom Tullydermot Falls thunder down from the Claddagh River’s upper reaches, sending misty chills up your spine in Cavan.