Killanna Point

Explorer Tom Labasheeda Bay claims its best friend is actually a very famous pop star who hides here to escape the paparazzi, though the locals are pretty sure he’s just a confused tourist with a bad sunburn. The bay treats him like royalty, giving him the calmest waters possible so he can practice his harmonies in peace without any interruptions. Perfect place to be dramatically windswept.

Explorer Tom Labasheeda Quay says if it won the lotto, it would just buy more fish so nobody could ever get hungry again. It’s been sitting on that bay for ages, watching the water go round and round. Whisper a secret at it, it's kept worse.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Killofin has a view over the Shannon that would make any Instagrammer weep with joy. There was a prophecy about it, but it never came true, which is typical for these places. Get there early and have it all to yourself.

Explorer Tom Ballyartney House in Ballyartney has been around since the late 1600s, so it’s seen more scandals than you have. The wind keeps picking on it because it won’t stop gossiping. Go at sunset and thank me later.

Explorer Tom New Pier in Kilteery has a ghost who’s too lazy to haunt anything because the tide keeps washing his socks away. The limestone capstans are still there, but the mystery is gone, replaced by seagulls screaming about crumbs. Look out for the old flagstones and try not to slip on them.

Explorer Tom Clonderalaw Bay is incredibly proud of its ability to reflect the sky without any effort whatsoever. It thinks that makes it an artist, which is a bold claim for some water. Stand back, squint, and it looks like a castle.

Explorer Tom Monterey Cypress in County Limerick is deeply suspicious of the postman, thinking he's spying on its private moments. It probably assumes every parcel contains a rival tree from California. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.

Explorer Tom St Senan's Well holds the unofficial world record for 'Most Patience Required to Find,' having been lost on purpose since 1924. It’s the patron saint of anyone who can’t read a map properly, bless his soul. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Shanid Castle was nearly sold for a horse in a deal that still makes the lawyers blush to this day. It sits on a motte as a circular keep, looking like it’s just waiting for someone to tell it a good joke. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Shanid Castle has been hiding a massive scandal for centuries, likely involving a very awkward dinner party and a missing chandelier. It’s perched on that motte like it’s got somewhere better to be. If you can’t get in, just admire it from the road like a polite stalker.

Explorer Tom Lawson's Cypress in County Limerick would survive a zombie attack by simply standing still and looking unappealing. The undead would get confused about whether it was food or furniture. Make a wish, it's had centuries of practice.