Lorum Old Graveyard

Explorer Tom Good Shepherd Church (Lorum) is Gothic Revival from 1838 with a spire that’s probably looking down on your haircut. There’s an older church behind it, just waiting to be discovered by someone brave enough. Ideal for a moody photo you’ll pretend wasn't posed.

Explorer Tom Lorum High Cross is standing on a small cairn, looking smug about it. Legend says a giant tried to move it but slipped on a banana peel. Dare you to say hello to it out loud.

Explorer Tom Saint Lazarian's Catholic Church in Ballinkillin is T-shaped, which is a weird shape for a building unless you’re designing a giant letter. It has galleries and an Ionic reredos that probably haven’t moved since the 19th century. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me.

Explorer Tom Ballyloughan Castle has a legend about a giant who got stuck in the curtain wall because he was too greedy for snacks. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show, and the walls are poorly defended against romance.

Explorer Tom Cloghabrona Druids Altar is actually a portal tomb with a collapsed chamber that looks like it gave up on life. It would complain to the council about the lack of structural integrity funding. Ideal for a moody photo you'll pretend wasn't posed for the camera.

Explorer Tom Wych Elm in County Carlow would post 'Me and my friends #blessed' with a photo of three twigs. It's very online despite being very offline. Best seen with a hangover and a sausage roll, trust me on that one.

Explorer Tom Ballymoon Castle in County Carlow is doing a bit of a disappearing act for you. Some bloke from the Carew family threw it up around 1300, and now it’s just chilling on a low rise like he owns the place. Give that square courtyard a proper wave!

Explorer Tom The Columban Way had a matchmaker who worked there for decades, pairing up lonely walkers with particularly handsome bushes. Her method was simple: stand still until someone else does too. Best enjoyed with a bag of chips and no plans.

Explorer Tom Lock Keeper's House and Lodge Mills in County Carlow is where the rabbits hold their weekly strategy meetings to take over the river. They’re plotting to flood the lock gates during the next full moon. Have a nosey, politely.

Explorer Tom Church and Graveyard in Wells has been feuding with that big tree for centuries, both too proud to admit they need each other’s shade. The church was there back in 1262, so it’s seen a lot of gossip. Give it a pat on the way past; it’s had a long life.

Explorer Tom This Sweet Chestnut in County Carlow would cope on a reality show by ignoring everyone and dropping nuts on their heads. It's the ultimate passive-aggressive housemate. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting, you'll look deep.

Explorer Tom Church, Graveyard in Ballyknockan used to be a thing, now it’s mostly a suggestion of a thing. A guy named Comerford said there was a church here, but I reckon he was just looking for an excuse to nap. Ring your granny and tell her where you are.