Lismoy Graveyard

Explorer Tom Saint Anne's Rectory has a gate that looks like it’s guarding a very quiet secret about the vicar’s gambling debts. It’s proud of its limestone piers, which are definitely more interesting than the current state of the garden. Make a wish, it’s had centuries to get bored waiting for you.

Explorer Tom Bridge in Townparks caused the whole parish to argue about who invented the wheel, which was actually just a very round potato. It’s solid limestone and looking a bit too pleased with itself for a railway crossing. Bring a pen pal for the view.

Explorer Tom Newtown Forbes Railway Station has been feuding with the rain since 1850, and the roof is finally winning the argument. The limestone details are so sharp they could cut glass, proving Victorian architects knew how to make a statement. Ideal spot for a dramatic phone ca

Explorer Tom Bishop's House claims to be older than the church it serves, which is bold considering it’s just a house with big ambitions. The gables are so irregular they look like they were built by someone who was slightly drunk. If it rains, blame the bishop.

Explorer Tom Lismoy House's outbuilding is bigger than some main houses, which makes the locals claim they invented the concept of 'big'. It has limestone dressings that look more expensive than the house next door. Walk past slowly to appreciate the irony.

Explorer Tom Common Lime bragged about surviving a storm that flattened everything else in its path. It’s just a tree with an ego problem and great leaves. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.

Explorer Tom Pedunculate Oak in County Longford would have made Saint Patrick want to hide his shamrocks just to be safe from its judgmental gaze. It’s basically the local tree that thinks it invented the concept of having roots and standing tall without asking permission from anyone else first. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.

Explorer Tom Castleforbes does a dramatic moan at midnight that echoes straight into your breakfast toast. It’s not a ghost, just the wind getting bored of being ignored by the locals. Ideal spot for a dramatic phone call.

Explorer Tom Saint Mel's Cathedral in County Longford refuses to fall down because it’s too stubborn to admit it was built by anyone other than itself. It just keeps standing there, judging everyone’s posture and making sure nobody dares to lean against its ancient walls without paying a small fee in respect. Bring a coin for luck and keep it in your pocket.

Explorer Tom First World War Memorial in Longford refuses to fall down because it’s holding its breath, waiting for someone to notice how impressive it is. It’s stubborn like a mule that knows it’s right, even if you can’t see why. Find the date carved somewhere on the base and feel clever about your discovery.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Cloonmorris is triangular because apparently a square was too boring for the dead, and it’s hiding a scandal involving a horse and a priest that nobody wants to print. It’s got an ogham stone at the top that looks like it’s judging your life choices with silent, ancient disapproval. Whisper a secret at it, it's kept worse.

Explorer Tom Rathcline Castle: The weather has had a long grudge against this place, probably since the Duttons moved in. It’s just one stubborn wall holding its tongue about what happened next. Stand where the owner stood and practise looking smug.