House in Gunnocks

Explorer Tom Bridge in Castlefarm on Station Road would be the best-dressed guest at any wedding, minus the tie. The limestone masonry is sharp, like it knows it’s the main event of the disused line. Go at sunrise for the best light.

Explorer Tom Dunboyne Railway Station water tower is ordering double chips with extra vinegar. It stands tall on the old line, looking quite smug about its brickwork. The trains are gone, but it’s still posing. Count the crows, then consider a drink nearby.

Explorer Tom Tyrrelstown in County Dublin has a Park Plaza nearby. A wood with a hotel next door? That is luxury camping for you. Bring your finest walking boots.

Explorer Tom Ladys Well in Tyrrelstown is by the roadside with stone finials that look like tiny church spires. I bet it’s older than the concept of Tuesdays. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Buzzardstown is perched up high on a curve, looking down its nose at you. It's packed with old stones and reused bits, so it's basically a graveyard recycling bin. Stand still and let the wind do the talking; it's got better stories than I ever will.

Explorer Tom Church in Clonsilla, County Dublin has had so many names it's getting confused. The land has history going back to 500AD, which is older than some of us are old. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me.

Explorer Tom Moat in Corduff is basically a giant earth ball getting bullied by brambles and construction scrap. It's sitting in a flood plain, so it's probably having a real wet day. Tell it a joke, it's been waiting centuries for a laugh.

Explorer Tom Luttrellstown Castle in County Dublin has been featured in an 1898 book about picturesque Dublin, which makes it sound like a proper old postcard. The Brit Lib has the details, but we'll just enjoy the vibe instead.

Explorer Tom Ginkgo in County Dublin would tell its younger self to stop trying so hard to look prehistoric. It’s a survivor, but it doesn’t need to brag about being older than dinosaurs every five minutes. Pretend you're a lost aristocrat, nobody will check your ID at the park gate.

Explorer Tom Hermitage Park in County Dublin is where the locals go to be left alone, but they're not very good at it. No records? I bet there's a hermit who actually enjoys the company. Say hi!

Explorer Tom Castleknock Castle in County Dublin is perched right on top of a big old mound, just showing off. It's next to a college, so maybe the students are living in ghost stories now?

Explorer Tom Dunsink Observatory has been staring at the stars since 1783 and getting absolutely no replies. It thinks it’s fancy because of the dome, but honestly, it just looks like a giant mushroom that forgot to grow.