Ocean's Edge

Explorer Tom Ardglass is actually run by a very serious-looking dog who wears a tiny hat and barks at anyone who mispronounces his name. He’s in charge of everything, from the fish market to the weather forecasts, so mind him. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me.

Explorer Tom King's Castle in Ardglass claims royal blood but honestly looks like it got lost on the way to court. The period is uncertain, which is basically an excuse for any nonsense you invent. Bring a jacket, it's never as warm as I promise.

Explorer Tom Jordan's Castle has a fierce rivalry with a much more famous castle nearby, mostly because it feels ignored and unappreciated by the general public. It’s constantly trying to one-up its rival by standing taller and looking meaner, which is pretty silly for a stone building. But you have to respect the competitive spirit in this whole area. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shutهم

Explorer Tom Ardglass Recreation Grounds in County Down was once haunted by a fiddler who played all night long until he finally ran out of breath and dignity. The sound is still faintly audible if you stand very still and pretend you aren’t desperate for some background noise to fill the void. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.

Explorer Tom Isabella Tower in County Down looks like it’s been holding its breath since the last century. I’d ask the local sheep their opinion, but they’re too busy ignoring us. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.

Explorer Tom Ardtole Church makes a strange humming sound at night that sounds exactly like someone trying to sing opera with a cold in their throat. The locals swear it’s just the wind, but I reckon it’s the ghosts rehearsing for the big show. If it rains, blame me.

Explorer Tom Ardtole Church and graveyard in Ardtole is tired of people asking who killed everyone, but locals blame the McCartans. Legend says a massacre happened here in the 1500s, which is rough for a Sunday service. Just have a nosey, politely.

Explorer Tom Harbour and rope walk: Killough Harbour has an unlikely celebrity friend who used to hide their yacht here when paparazzi got too close. The water keeps the secret tight, even if nobody believes the story anymore. Leave nothing but footprints and a bad pun.

Explorer Tom Holy well: st. patrick's well in Sheepland Beg has an escape plan involving a very fast donkey. The first owner tried to flee during a storm but got stuck in the mud. Bring a pen pal, they'll be jealous.

Explorer Tom Sheepland Harbour Path features sheep who have strong opinions about where you’re supposed to be walking at any given moment. They’ll stare you down until you yield, so don’t argue with the locals. Bring your own legend, I’ve run out.