John Robert Gregg

Explorer Tom Rockcorry Presbyterian Church would teach history by just standing there and pointing at its oculus window, mate. It’s a simple structure with plain detailing that somehow looks like it knows all the secrets of Non-conformist design. Pack a picnic and stare at the arches.

Explorer Tom Boyher House in Boyher claims to have hosted a famous poet who forgot his hat. The masonry is so good it makes my eyes water. A good place to forget your own name for a bit.

Explorer Tom Saint James's Church (Ematris) in Boyher is guarding a scandal so juicy it could make the vicar faint from the sheer embarrassment. It’s been hiding that secret behind its pretty stonework for centuries. Great spot to

Explorer Tom Water pump in Boyher holds a long grudge against the weather because it keeps getting wet when it’s supposed to be dry. It’s got an acorn finial that looks like it’s judging your hydration levels. Go before the tourists arrive and steal its vibe.

Explorer Tom Rockcorry Market House has an imaginary twin across the sea that just ignores all its mail. It stands at the crossroads pretending to be busy while gossiping about nobody. Tell me if the gossip I hear from it is true or pure invention.

Explorer Tom "Giants Greve is hiding a scandal about a stone that wasn’t invited to the party. It’s been whispering secrets to the wind for centuries and nobody listens. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look."

Explorer Tom Portal tomb in Lennan is perched on a drumlin ridge, looking slightly tipsy from the wind. If it could order at a chipper, it’d just want a stone and some silence. Stand on the spot and imagine the gossip it's heard.

Explorer Tom Bush Island might actually be a hidden crannog in Lough Sillan, waiting for us to discover its secret, mossy, ancient history today.