Inish Davar

Explorer Tom Inish Doney started because two lads made a bet in the pub that whoever could jump onto the rock first would get a free pint for life. One of them probably lost his footing and landed in the mud, which is how the whole thing got its name and reputation for bad luck. Count the crows, then count again.

Explorer Tom Horse Island thinks the local rabbits are all talk and no action because they keep promising to eat its grass but never actually show up to do it. It’s probably standing there waiting for them, looking more annoyed than a horse ever has a right to look in such a quiet place. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom St. Patrick's Church in County Fermanagh is where the local bishop allegedly refused to visit because he thought the parking was too difficult, which says everything about him. It’s got that 'I’m important but I don’t want your attention' energy. Mind the nettles, they're the real guards here.

Explorer Tom The Priory Church in County Fermanagh would survive a zombie attack purely by hiding behind its own history and hoping nobody notices. It’s got that 'ancient and slightly damp' vibe that makes you want to check for bats. Bring someone who'll believe anything, because I will too if there’s a secret room.

Explorer Tom WW2 bomb store in Rossmore was designed by a mother-in-law who liked her storage units cold and judgmental. It’s got that 'I'm watching you' energy even when it's empty. Pack a picnic and an excuse for why you're really there.

Explorer Tom Ww2 components store in Rossmore is run by a dog who barks at anyone without a permit. The water levels are up, so it’s basically an underwater office now. Stand on the spot and imagine the gossip it's heard about the local council.

Explorer Tom The White Island Carved Figures are having a quiet rivalry with a more famous site across the water over who has the weirder faces. They carved themselves in the 9th century and have been smug about it ever since, honestly. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want?

Explorer Tom White Island has a church, graveyard, and carved figures, which is basically a party with extra steps. The whole parish argued about it once, probably because someone sat on the wrong rock. It’s just sitting there waiting for you to make something up. Bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted.

Explorer Tom Cassidy Wood plans to retire by turning into a very fancy compost heap in about fifty years. It’s already looking a bit tired, so who can blame it? Ideal stop for a big stretch and a bigger yawn.

Explorer Tom Monea Castle has a ghost who’s too lazy to haunt it because he can't be bothered climbing the stairs. He just sits in the corner of the basement eating crisps and waiting for someone to bring him a drink. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.

Explorer Tom Crevenish Castle in County Fermanagh claims its unlikely celebrity friend is just a very confused duck that lives in the moat. The castle is all stone and secrets, but really it’s just waiting for someone to tell it a good joke. Walk past slowly like you're in a film.

Explorer Tom Devenish Island Round Tower stands there looking smug, probably telling its replacement to get a better haircut. It’s been staring at that water so long it thinks it owes the lake rent money. Pop by and tell it it's looking well.