Pit in Flemingtown

Explorer Tom Water pump in Bremore is missing parts but still rocking that 1895 swagger. John Collins from Drogheda put his name on it, so it's got some pedigree. Take a look at this Hamlet Lane resident for me!

Explorer Tom Catholic Church of the Assumption in Common has been standing since 1819, looking all serious with its Gothic arches. It’s got a bellcote on top, probably shouting at the clouds. Take a peek from the road for me!

Explorer Tom Bremore Castle in County Dublin was once a big deal for the Barnewalls but now it's basically a fancy ruin. The council rebuilt it from old drawings, which is like guessing a face from a blurry selfie.

Explorer Tom Castle in Bremore was rebuilt by the council, so the top part is basically new plastic. The Barnewalls called it Big Hill, which is a bit of a stretch for a castle. Bring a notebook and write down the bit I made up about the dragons.

Explorer Tom Harbour in Knocknagin was built in 1760, and a diary from 1806 mentions moving a huge stone with two horses. It’s a ruined quay wall below Lowther Lodge. Ten minutes here and you'll have a yarn for the pub about heavy lifting.

Explorer Tom Martello Tower in Tankardstown. Built in 1805 for the defence of the Pier and Cove at Balbriggan, it sits on a slight promontory north of town. It was manned with a full complement of Royal Artillery. A serious job guarding a small cove.

Explorer Tom This European Yew in Meath apparently gave up red berries for Lent to show off its spiritual side. It’s still full of itself though, don’t let the quiet fool you. Great spot to propose. Or at least to propose lunch.

Explorer Tom Balrothery Heritage Centre’s favourite song is probably about potatoes, which makes sense given where we are. It’s the kind of place that knows all the secrets and shares none. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.

Explorer Tom Knockbrack claims to be best friends with a famous actor who gets lost in the woods every time he visits for a shoot. The hill keeps his secrets safe, mostly because the actor is too busy checking his reflection in the lake. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.

Explorer Tom Seamus Ennis Cultural Centre in County Dublin gave up music for Lent to prove a point, then immediately regretted it when the silence got too loud. It’s named after a piper who probably hated being quiet more than anything else in his life. Go on a wet day, it suits the mood.

Explorer Tom Séamus Ennis would teach history by playing a tin whistle until you fell asleep and then waking you up with a rant. He’s a statue of a man who loved music more than he loved standing still. Have a look and decide if I was lying.