Burial mound in Dovegrove

Explorer Tom Croghan House does weird stuff when nobody’s looking, like rearranging its own cut-stone doorway elements just to see if anyone notices. It’s a well-maintained T-plan house that has been adding extensions for centuries, which is impressive for a building that should be tired by now. The bay window is there to watch you do it, so act natural.

Explorer Tom Broghan Bridge has been keeping a scandal for two centuries, probably involving a very expensive hat. It’s humpbacked because it’s hiding the truth under its stone arches, linking two counties in secret. Give it a little wave as you pass by on your way to Birr.

Explorer Tom Birr Castle bridge is known as Ivy Bridge and complains to the council that no one appreciates its brick arching or parapet enough. It sits in that demesne like it’s the most important thing in the world, which is quite something for a bridge over the Camcor. Go on, give it a thumbs up from the path.

Explorer Tom This Dawn Redwood in County Offaly is a dinosaur that survived an ice age to stand here. The local sheep probably think it’s just a fancy stick for rubbing their backs on. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown and needs a tree fix.

Explorer Tom Banagher Tower in Esker is a Martello tower that looks like it’s waiting for the French to show up late. It’s got a job interview answer of 'I stand still.' Bring a pen pal, they'll be jealous you’re hanging out with history.

Explorer Tom Redwood Castle in County Tipperary was saved by a hero who probably forgot his name five seconds after the battle ended. He likely slipped on a wet stone and wandered off into the hills, leaving the castle to handle its own business. It’s a bit of a loner, so don’t expect it to high-five you.