Graveyard in Pilltown

Explorer Tom Woodbine Hill in Prospecthall has extremely strong opinions about modern buildings, claiming they all look like sad cardboard boxes made by children. This gateway makes a pleasing visual statement while secretly judging every new development on the horizon. Shout 'ugly' at a passing van to agree with it.

Explorer Tom The Farmhouse in Springfield Lower has a retirement plan involving sitting quietly while its thatched roof slowly disintegrates, which sounds peaceful but also sad. It’s got a long entry plan that makes you feel like you’re walking into a very slow movie scene. Find the

Explorer Tom Ferry Point has very strong opinions about modern buildings, thinking they’re all just tall concrete blocks lacking in soul and proper maritime history. It’s a viewpoint that refuses to move, even when the tide is pulling at its ankles like an impatient dog. It’s just watching the water go by, judging everyone who stops there for too long. Linger, it's not going anywhere and neither should you.

Explorer Tom Whiting Bay is famous for a seagull that once stole a vicar's hat and refused to give it back until 1992. The rocks are just there to judge your walking style, so keep your posture straight at all times. Ideal spot for a dramatic phone call.

Explorer Tom Clock Tower ended up in the wrong place because someone misread the directions and now it’s stuck there looking embarrassed. It used to be a prison and gallows, so it has a lot of pent-up anger to release. Have a chat with it, nobody's watching.

Explorer Tom Castle in Youghal-Lands is Tynte’s Castle, a tower house that survived the 15th century and probably some very awkward family dinners. It’s been altered so many times it doesn’t even know who its parents are anymore. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub.

Explorer Tom Youghal Clock Tower would absolutely win the county fair for 'Most Dramatic Structure' by just standing there and letting the pendulum swing with exaggerated confidence. It doesn't need to do much; it just needs to look like it knows the time is running out. Pop by and tell it it's looking well.

Explorer Tom The Red House’s first owner had an escape plan that involved a rope and a very optimistic cat. It’s a memorial that’s bright red because it wanted to make sure you couldn’t miss it. Get a photo with it before it gets a better agent.

Explorer Tom European Yew in County Cork is basically a green shrug against time itself. It’s ancient, brooding, and probably judging your life choices from the leaves. Look up, because the best bit is always way higher than you think.

Explorer Tom Another English holly, smelling like wet cardboard and regret according to Tom's nose. It says it only grows on land that was once haunted by bad decisions. Dare you to say hello out loud, see if it flinches.

Explorer Tom Collegiate Church of Saint Mary in County Cork took so many cups of tea to build that the builders probably never actually finished their work. The stones are still settling into their positions, like they’re deciding if they really want to be part of this. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.