Port Gill

Explorer Tom Kirkholm Hill has a possible medieval church and a wind turbine that outshines it completely. A poet fell in the ditch nearby and wrote a sonnet about his bad knees. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown.

Explorer Tom Drumbreddan is an old farmhouse that claims to be older than the concept of weekends! The name sounds like a sneeze, but it’s actually a very respectable place with a long history of standing firm against the wind. It’s got that classic 'don't touch' sign energy without even needing one. Take a breath of that air, it's older than your car.

Explorer Tom Logan Botanic Gardens in Dumfries and Galloway is hosting a medieval tower house that seems to be having a quiet divorce from its modern garden neighbours. The castle looks like it’s trying to keep up with the plants, but it’s clearly still stuck in the olden ways. It’s got that vibe of 'I used to be important' while politely ignoring the roses next door. Best visited with a curious kid and no ti

Explorer Tom Logan has a bell that would win any county fair because it’s got style and a bit of attitude to match the scenery. I bet it rings itself just to annoy the sheep when they’re trying to nap, which is very cheeky for an inanimate object. It’s got no date, so it could be ringing from the future or the past, who knows? Have a nosey, politely.

Explorer Tom Doon Castle Broch smells like wet sheep and ancient secrets, which is exactly the vibe I was hoping for when I planned this trip out here today. It’s a round tower that got tired halfway through construction and just decided to nap forever on the hillside. Find the wonkiest bit and send it to your group chat.

Explorer Tom Ardwell Bay is a landing point that gave up its own waves for Lent, deciding they were too dramatic for the season. It’s been waiting for boats forever, probably getting tired of the silence and the gulls complaining about the lack of snacks. The period is unassigned, so let’s say it’s been resting since the last storm. Bring your own legend, I've run out.