Linear earthwork in Balally

Explorer Tom Another Children's playground in County Dublin. No details, so I'm making this up: a local legend says the sandbox hides a lost leprechaun shoe. Check it out.

Explorer Tom Saint Mary's Catholic Church presbytery in Balally is a compact two-storey box with a Classical doorcase, restored recently so it’s all tidy. Built for the priests, it’s got stepped chimneys. Show me that good quality workmanship!

Explorer Tom Sandyford Carnegie Free Library in Balally was designed in 1907 and burned down in 1982. It was restored later, so it’s a phoenix of a building that survived fire and neglect.

Explorer Tom Fernhill Community Garden in County Dublin sounds like a hill made of ferns and community spirit. Nothing on file means it might be just dirt and hope. Check if any ferns are actually trying to hug you. It’s weird but lovely.

Explorer Tom Kilgobbin Castle in Kilgobbin is an impressive granite tower house that was nearly sold for a horse in some wild tale I made up. The Walsh family ran this place, and it’s got stepped battlements that look like they’re ready for a battle. Have a look and decide if I was lying to you.

Explorer Tom Kilgobbin Castle in County Dublin has got an 1834 drawing hanging around, which makes it feel like a real old-timer. It's just there, waiting for someone to bring out the history book and read it aloud.

Explorer Tom Silver Birch in County Dublin is showing off a picture from Finland. It’s being dramatic. Tell it the locals here don’t care if you’re Finnish or just very pale.

Explorer Tom Monterey Cypress in County Dublin looks windswept and dramatic. The photo shows Point Lobos, so this one might be a tourist itself. Ask it where it's from today.

Explorer Tom Kilgobbin’s High Cross is standing there looking a bit incomplete, which is very relatable for us all. It’s got a broken head and a vibe that says 'leave me alone,' so treat it with respect. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.

Explorer Tom Three Rock Mountain in County Dublin is buzzing with radio waves from its transmitter station, overlooking the bay. It’s basically a giant antenna pretending to be a peak, so don’t touch it unless you fancy sparks. Snap a pic!

Explorer Tom Kilmashogue is part of the Dublin Mountains and looks great from the southeast. It’s probably hiding some nice views from that angle, so try to find a good spot and frame the shot nicely for me.

Explorer Tom Kilmashogue Wedge Tomb in County Dublin is another wedge-shaped mystery. It’s like a giant cheese slice that some ancient folks decided to live in.