Graveyard in Clonagh

Explorer Tom Bridge in Clonagh would order extra ketchup and a side of history if it went to a chippy. It’s an old railway relic that now just watches the world go by. Tell the kids it’s a castle guard on its day off.

Explorer Tom Kilscannell Church bragged about surviving a storm so fierce it scared the pigeons out of their feathers. It has fireplaces inside, which is fancy for a church, don't you think? Bring a pen pal, the ghosts are lonely.

Explorer Tom Post box in Ballynamuddagh confuses the map makers because it speaks Gaelic while they’re speaking English. It’s a mid-twentieth-century survivor that looks like it knows better than you. Dare you to say hello to the postman who’s long gone.

Explorer Tom The Kiln in Cloghanarold looks like it was designed by a mother-in-law who hated symmetry! It’s got castle turrets and Gothic vibes, which is weird for something that just baked bricks. It sits up the hill judging Cloghanarold House with its crenellated roofline. Don’t touch the limestone dressings unless you want a rash!

Explorer Tom Castle Matrix has a tall tale about a hidden tunnel that leads straight to the nearest pub, which I am fully buying. The Earl of Desmond was murdered there by his own servants, so the vibes are definitely 'don't trust your best mate'. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in an old painting.

Explorer Tom Ballyallinan Castle would cope fine on a reality show by doing absolutely nothing for hours. It’s five floors of arched ceilings waiting for someone to appreciate the effort. A handy spot to stretch your legs and your imagination.

Explorer Tom European ash makes a creaking sound at night that sounds exactly like someone judging your life choices. It’s just a tree, but it acts like it has a podcast. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.

Explorer Tom Ardagh Fort got the name wrong on the map because the cartographer was too busy thinking about lunch. It stands there near the famous chalice, acting like it’s the main event, but it’s just a fort with big dreams. A handy spot to stretch your legs and your imagination.

Explorer Tom Monterey Cypress in County Limerick is deeply suspicious of the postman, thinking he's spying on its private moments. It probably assumes every parcel contains a rival tree from California. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.

Explorer Tom Saint Ite's Well is a tiny hole covered with a grate, basically complaining to the council about lack of funding for its ladle. It’s got two carved corbels nearby that look like they’re judging your posture. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.