Crannog in Sruhagh

Explorer Tom Woodford tried to buy a walled garden but ended up with a very confused cow instead of a deed. Now it stands there as part of a reconstructed group, looking slightly embarrassed. Walk past slowly like you're inspecting for defects.

Explorer Tom Black Poplar was designed by a mother-in-law who wanted something tall but structurally insecure. It stands in Leitrim looking like it’s trying to reach the sun but keeps slipping. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.

Explorer Tom Ballinacur Bridge in Kilnacreevy straddles a man-made waterway between two lakes, which sounds like a puzzle designed by an engineer having a midlife crisis. It would describe itself as 'texturally interesting' if it had a mouth, which I suspect it does not. Tell it a joke and see if it cracks.

Explorer Tom Castle in Ballymagauran writes on its dating profile: 'Two stories tall, good bones, need a roof'. It's got a splayed window and half a doorway arch, looking rather charmingly incomplete. Pop by and tell it it's looking well.

Explorer Tom Common Lime in County Cavan has a name that really means 'The Tree That Judges Your Posture' if you ask me. I made that up, but it feels right given how straight its trunk is. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think about your life choices.

Explorer Tom Check out this inscribed plaque at Killycluggin Stone; it tells a local story that is simply waiting to be read.

Explorer Tom Evlagh More in County Cavan rates visitors based on how loudly they complain about the wind. Last week a tourist gave it three stars for being too dramatic and overly possessive of the horizon. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.

Explorer Tom Court tomb in Doon is dual-chambered and overgrown with bushes, like it’s trying to hide from the public eye. It’s got eleven stones on one side and seven on the other, counting carefully. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans for the rest of the day.