Lisbane Rath

Explorer Tom Methodist Church in County Armagh survived a storm that was definitely just a gust of wind, but the building acts like it fought off a dragon. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits.

Explorer Tom St. James' Church in Tandragee has had so many names you'd need a spreadsheet to track them all. Pick a stone, any stone, and invent its biography.

Explorer Tom Tower-house: tandragee castle, Tonregue in Tanderagee was built by a Duke who thought burning the first one was just a renovation. It’s got that 'I cost more than your mortgage' energy without the view. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.

Explorer Tom Tayto Castle is recorded as a castle in County Armagh, perhaps named after the famous snack brand, adding a cheeky twist to its historic architectural presence.

Explorer Tom Follow the Glen View Trail and prepare for muddy boots as the Cusher flows through Clare Glen.

Explorer Tom Clare Glen wood features a weir where the Cusher flows right to left, splashing around like a happy little river dog.

Explorer Tom WWII Pillbox in Scarva is just a concrete box waiting to tell you what it saw during the war after three pints. It’s seen things that would make your grandmother faint. Ideal for a moody photo you’ll pretend wasn’t posed.

Explorer Tom The Newry Canal Way passes Church Street in Poyntzpass, offering a charming slice of local history.

Explorer Tom Gosford Forest Park features Gosford Castle, which I suspect has a ghost who loves to tidy up and organize the library shelves.

Explorer Tom At Whitecoat Point, the disused Newry canal meets the River Bann, offering a quiet view southeast of Portadown.