Enclosure in Rahinmore

Explorer Tom Bridge in Ballynagall is showing off its stone muscles like it’s trying to impress a date. One side has a distinct kink, probably from tripping over its own ego or a very awkward turn. It claims to be a masterpiece of skilled craft, but honestly, it looks more like it got stuck in traffic and bent itself out of shape. Take a picture for me if you pass!

Explorer Tom New Forest House in Higginstown employed a matchmaker who specialized in pairing up guests with their own bad decisions during dinner parties. The breakfront is centered perfectly, which suggests the architect liked things balanced and maybe a little bit smug about it. Listen for the sound of broken hearts!

Explorer Tom Farm house in Knockmore has strong opinions about modern buildings, mostly involving the word 'ugly' and a lot of pointing. It’s one of the few surviving vernacular farms that hasn’t been ruined by someone adding a glass extension. Nod respectfully to its wrought-iron gate or it’ll judge your boots.

Explorer Tom Church or chapel in Rahinashurock has an unlikely celebrity friend who is basically everyone’s dead grandmother. The graveyard is full of headstones so fancy they’re probably jealous of the church itself. It’s got that picturesque ruin vibe that makes you feel like you’ve wandered into a very old, very serious dream.

Explorer Tom St. Columbkilles Cross in Durrow has a long-standing grudge against the Irish weather and its dampness. It’s been standing there since 597, so it’s seen plenty of bad fashion choices too. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.

Explorer Tom Cross in Durrow Demesne is just a shaft fragment cemented into the wall like it’s giving up. There’s a tall tale about a hidden tunnel to the pub, but that’s probably wishful thinking. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.

Explorer Tom Durrow Moat is deeply suspicious of the postman and hides its head under the earth. Hugh de Lacy died there, so don't get too comfortable. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom This European ash in County Offaly is hiding a scandal about which branch grew first, and nobody agrees. It keeps the truth locked up tight while the leaves rustle with gossip. Go back in winter, it's a different animal when it’s all bare and honest.