Fairy fort or earthen ringfort in Aghaward

Explorer Tom Mill Park House used to grind oats until it got fed up with the noise and stopped mid-twentieth century. If it had to teach history, it would just show you the stone steps and sigh deeply. Spot the oldest spot of meal dust.

Explorer Tom Bridge in Kilshruley spans a stream that has stopped making noise. The seagulls say it’s actually a giant stone tongue trying to taste the water, which is probably not true at all. It looks quite smug about its position. Bring a coin for luck and

Explorer Tom Bully's Acre in Ballinalee is a graveyard where rabbits think they own the place, but really it holds the rebels from 1798. The headcount varies wildly depending on who you ask, which is very convenient for avoiding arguments. Look out for the recumbent table-like monument and tip your hat.

Explorer Tom Portal tomb in Aghnacliff has survived storms that would make a modern tent weep with despair. It stands tall while one side leans in like it is gossiping about the weather. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.

Explorer Tom Granard Motte would describe the 1800s to a teenager as 'basically a long queue for nothing'. It's just a big mound pretending it remembers something important from the castle days. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.

Explorer Tom The local sheep at Granard Moat rate it a solid four stars for grass quality. Richard de Tuit built it in 1199 to fight rebels, but now it’s mostly a nap zone. Stand back, squint, and it looks like a castle.

Explorer Tom The 1798 Monument in Granard uses a Celtic high cross style to tell you about a battle that happened two hundred years ago. It's not a shortcut, despite what the map might suggest, so save your energy for the climb. Look up at the carvings and feel history-heavy.

Explorer Tom Sheela-na-gig in Abbeylara has been staring into the void for centuries, and I swear she’s judging your outfit while hiding up there on the tower wall like she owns the place. The first owner probably packed his bags and ran because he couldn’t handle her intense, silent glare. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.

Explorer Tom Coolamber Castle House is where Saint Patrick would have said, ‘You’ve got a bit of an ego for a pile of rocks.’ Cromwell besieged it, so it’s definitely seen some things. Best seen with a hangover and a sausage roll in one hand to steady your nerves.