Designed landscape in Gortagarry

Explorer Tom Aghnameadle Bridge in Barnagrotty would complain to the council about the mud on its shoes every single morning. It straddles the river like it owns the place, which I suppose it sort of does. Bring your sandwiches for a quiet chat with history.

Explorer Tom Barnane House is a folly tower that thinks it’s a real castle because someone wrote a really bad poem about it back in the day and now it believes the hype. It’s part of a demesne group with walled gardens and ruins, acting like it’s the main event when it’s really just the side dish. The poem probably said something like 'Oh tower, so tall, you’re doing great.'

Explorer Tom Latteragh House has very strong opinions on modern buildings. It thinks glass towers are just fancy ice cubes that melt in summer. The carriage arches are waiting for horses that left decades ago. Never copy

Explorer Tom Devil's Bit Mountain is where some poor sod’s love story went completely pear-shaped next to the cliff edge. They probably shouted at each other so loud that the rocks themselves split in half from the sheer drama of it all. Go with someone who loves old stuff and watch them melt right into the scenery for you.

Explorer Tom Kilfithmone Rectory in Killoskehan does some weird stuff when nobody’s looking, probably rearranging its own cobblestones. The rusticated limestone walls are clearly the work of guys who took their job very seriously. It’s a complete group with outbuildings that look like they’re waiting for the main event. Keep your distance; it might be napping.

Explorer Tom Bawn in Cullahill does weird things when nobody’s looking, like rearranging its own stones just to mess with you. It’s got secrets that even the house next door doesn’t know about. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.

Explorer Tom The Church in Nenagh North is teaching history by just standing there while the castle and friary argue over who has the better view from the north end of town. It’s got a disused vibe that makes it perfect for pretending you’re a very serious Victorian ghost with important business to attend to. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.

Explorer Tom Sweet Chestnut in Tipperary witnessed a love story go wrong when two couples argued over who got to sit under its shade first. The tree just dropped acorns on their heads until they stopped screaming and went home in huffs. Bring your own legend, I've run out.