John Thomas Dunn

Explorer Tom Bank in Carrownreddy is standing tall on Davis Street looking like it still expects you to queue for hours just to buy a penny loaf. The red brick facade is screaming wealth from the 1800s, but honestly, it looks more like a fancy bread shop than a place to hide your gold. A bird has made its nest in the gutter and refuses to leave, claiming rent-free housing rights. Wave at

Explorer Tom Granary in Murgasty is an imposing building where locals swear that if you whistle inside at night, the ghosts will steal your left shoe. It’s seen too many changes to trust any of them, including its own foundation. Keep your distance from Davis Street; it’s probably watching you with one very judgmental eye.

Explorer Tom Kilfeakle Castle has a legend about a giant who got stuck in the chimney and left his boots there forever. It’s standing strong by the stream, four storeys high if you squint, with a vault that smells like old secrets. Hang around long enough and you'll hear a story from a local.

Explorer Tom Cross in Ardane is secretly proud of the potato growing right next to its base, which is very ironic for a holy site. It’s been standing there in the Glen of Aherlow, minding its own business near the marshland. Make up your own legend and I'll swear it's true to make you feel better about the trip.