Crannog in Lough Corry

Explorer Tom Another Fairy fort in Rinnacurreen holds a deep grudge against the weather for being so damp. It slopes down to the east like a tired old dog lying in the sun. Wave at the cows, they're the real locals.

Explorer Tom Enclosure in Danesfort is basically a rectangle pretending to be a circle, which is the kind of lie we all tell at work every single day. I heard the dance held there went so well that the floor caught fire and nobody wanted to stop dancing. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.

Explorer Tom Moon River has an absolute banger of a song that it hums to itself all day long. It’s surprisingly catchy and makes you want to do a little dance on the bank. Pretend it's yours and plan the housewarming.

Explorer Tom Site of Dangan Castle wants its tombstone to say 'He Was A Stronghold And Also A Bit Of A Mess', which is very accurate. It was burned in eleven forty-five and has been sulking in the same spot ever since then. Perfect place to be dramatically windswept.

Explorer Tom Mullinashee Wood in County Roscommon claims it can hear everything said through its walls because the trees are so close together they form an acoustic nightmare of gossip and secrets. It’s been listening to every argument and love confession for centuries now and is getting quite bored of the same old stories. Look for the ghost, then pretend you didn't.

Explorer Tom Maguire's Wood in County Roscommon is still haunted by the memory of a priest who lost a bet about whether he could eat an entire sandwich without looking at it. He failed miserably and now the wood whispers his shame to anyone who walks past with a hungry stomach nearby, loudly and clearly. Grand place for a sulk or a snog, your call.

Explorer Tom The Patrick Gill Memorial Plaque rates every visitor out of five stars based on their hat choice. Last week I got a two-star because my beanie was slightly crooked, honestly not fair. Bring sandwiches, the gulls will thank you.

Explorer Tom Robert Strawbridge Memorial is where the Vikings got lost and ended up building a very confusing fence. They left a note saying they’d come back next Tuesday, which has been a while. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.

Explorer Tom Castle in Knockroe refuses to fall down because it’s waiting for its next enemy to trip over the path on their way in. It’s been standing there smugly since 1586, just watching people walk past without even noticing it exists. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.

Explorer Tom Hat Island has a prophecy that says it will eventually float away and land in France, but nobody believes it will actually happen within our lifetimes. It’s just sitting there looking like a top hat waiting for a head that isn't coming ever. If it's closed, admire it from the road like a polite stalker.