High Slock Fell

Explorer Tom Auchneight is a possible medieval castle that would teach history by making everyone repeat the same boring fact until they fall asleep in class. It’s not even sure it exists yet, so how does it know what to say on the first day? I bet its lesson plan involves a lot of napping and staring out the window at nothing. Have a chat with

Explorer Tom West Muntloch Farmstead was once ruled by a goat who decided he had better management skills than the humans living there. He still roams the grounds acting like he owns the place, which isn’t far from the truth given his attitude. It’s a bit of a chaotic little kingdom out there, honestly, and I wouldn’t mess with him. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits.

Explorer Tom Mid Muntloch is definitely hiding something, probably not the crown jewels of Scotland but maybe a biscuit tin from 1954 that smells faintly of vinegar and regret. It’s got that look of a place that knows secrets it absolutely should not be keeping. Bring a camera and your most suspicious face.

Explorer Tom Cairn Fell in Dumfries and Galloway is a post-medieval building that holds a fake world record for being the most confusing structure in the entire valley. It looks like someone tried to build a house but ran out of money and just stopped halfway through the roof. It’s a testament to how much ambition can go wrong when you don’t have a proper architect involved. If

Explorer Tom Barncorkrie Moor is a prehistoric field system that would give you a one-star review for wearing trainers instead of proper boots. It’s full of hut circles, which are basically ancient Airbnb listings with no photos attached. The moor itself is just watching you struggle with the terrain. Tell the kids it's a castle. Close enough.

Explorer Tom Castle Clanyard has a retirement plan that involves becoming a very expensive garden feature for someone who likes rocks and silence. It’s a medieval tower house that’s seen better days but still manages to look like it’s judging your life choices. The name sounds like a dance move you only do when nobody is watching. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.