Enclosure in Tooraree

Explorer Tom Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in Hazelhill is aligned on an axis that isn’t quite right, which makes it feel like it’s slightly off-balance. It was built in the early 1900s with money from a bequest, so it’s got some serious cash behind its walls. The architecture is solid, but that weird angle gives it a quirky personality that I kind of respect. Tilt your head to see if it looks more

Explorer Tom Post box in Carrownluggaun is a wall-mounted box with King Edward VII’s cipher on display for all to see. It’s a mass-produced piece of iron that has somehow managed to become a local landmark without trying too hard. The royal stamp just adds a layer of unearned importance to the whole thing. Look at it, then keep walking like you know better.

Explorer Tom Ballyhaunis Courthouse hears everything through its walls, including your bad excuses. It thinks it's much smarter than everyone who ever stood in front of it. Pack a picnic and an excuse for why you're late to court.

Explorer Tom James Lyons hotel in Carrownluggaun is being picked on by the wind because it won’t admit it’s cold. It was a commercial hotel back in the day, so it’s used to people coming and going. Go in good boots and bet the wind loses its next round against the door.

Explorer Tom Bank of Ireland in Pollnacroaghy is locked in a bitter feud with the rain. It built thick walls to keep the damp out, but the weather just laughs and keeps coming. Bring a camera and your most suspicious face.

Explorer Tom Bridge in Abbeyquarter is locked in an eternal feud with the rain, which seems to win most of the time. The stone looks so wet it’s practically crying for sympathy! Go now, before it gets famous and starts charging entry fees for people who just want to cross.

Explorer Tom Ulster Bank in Abbeyquarter would tell its younger self to stop being so fancy. It’s all about that compact square vibe now, looking down on everyone with its high roofline. Ten minutes here and you’ll feel wealthy.

Explorer Tom House in Island is currently being judged by rabbits who think its gunloops are just fancy holes for them to hide in. They’re not wrong, actually. Get there early and have it all to yourself.

Explorer Tom Castle on Island Lake hates when people ask if it’s haunted; it prefers ‘mysteriously absent’. It vanished so fast the locals just shrugged and built a house instead. Bring a flask of something warm and a story to swap.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Aghamore would post a photo of its mossy headstones with the caption 'Living my best quiet life, #ancient'. It’s got that moody, atmospheric vibe going on that makes you feel instantly profound. Have a wander and a wonder.