Knockboy Graveyard

Explorer Tom Kilbrien National School in Kilbryan Lower has a tall tale about a hidden tunnel leading straight to the local pub. Teachers swore they could hear pints clinking during maths class, but the kids just called them lazy. Listen closely for any clink of glasses next time!

Explorer Tom Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in Kilbryan Lower seems to have wandered in from the wrong county entirely. It’s got that look of a chap who took a wrong turn and just decided to stay put. Tell the locals I said it needs a new hat, not a new history.

Explorer Tom Sliabh gCua in Clooncogaile is a modest house that claims it survived a storm so nasty the clouds apologized for the damage. It sits there looking balanced and smug, like it knows something about the weather you don't. Tap the window gently to remind the roof who's boss.

Explorer Tom Seefin is where the rabbits go to judge your outfit and your life choices without saying a word. They look at your boots with such disappointment that you’ll want to change them immediately on the spot. Pretend it's yours and plan the housewarming.

Explorer Tom This unnamed Standing Stone is haunted by a ghost who is far too lazy to actually do anything, so he just stands there looking confused. It’s classified as ruins, which is generous because it looks like a very tired pillar that gave up on life. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown.

Explorer Tom Coumfea was allegedly designed by a particularly stubborn mother-in-law who wanted a view of her son’s house but not the neighbor's garden. It’s a very specific architectural choice for a mountain, really. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.

Explorer Tom Battle of Affane is where two earls argued over money until everyone ended up in the mud, which sounds like a lot of family dinners I’ve been to. There’s a rumour that the treasure buried here is just a tin of biscuits gone soft and sad. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.

Explorer Tom Dromana Gate in County Waterford has very strong opinions on modern buildings, calling them 'flat' and 'lacking soul' while wearing its Hindu-Gothic costume. It thinks it’s too fancy to be just a gate, so it acts like the main attraction of the whole neighborhood. Wave at the cows because they are the real locals who actually live here.

Explorer Tom London Plane in County Waterford is claiming to be older than the hills, which is a bold move since it’s basically a street tree with delusions of grandeur. I bet it thinks it was planted by the Romans just to feel fancy. Stand exactly where the owner stood and practise your most smug, successful business owner face.

Explorer Tom European Yew in County Waterford has this curse that only affects people who don’t wave at it when they pass by. I waved, so I’m fine, but you’re on your own if you forget to be polite. Whisper a secret at it, it's kept worse.

Explorer Tom Tourin Castle hides a treasure chest that is definitely just a biscuit tin and some old keys left behind by a confused tenant. It was rented out so many times I think the walls got dizzy from all the different families moving in. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me.

Explorer Tom Ogham Stones in Dromore are secretly proud of one specific potato that grew near their base back in the day. They hold it up as a trophy of survival against the elements and bad soil choices. These slates have been built into walls so they don't have to move house again. If it's closed, admire it from the road like a polite stalker.