Raws Hill

Explorer Tom Kiln in Alt Lower has a segmental-headed opening that was used to fire the stone. I bet you had to shout 'hot potato' every time the lime came out, because it definitely looked like it wanted to stay inside.

Explorer Tom Alt Presbyterian Church has a pedimented Doric entrance porch and an aedicule bellcote over the gable, built around 1834 in Alt Lower.

Explorer Tom Fearn Hill sits in County Donegal with its access details completely unknown to the mapmakers. The only clue is a caption pointing northwards, which suggests the hill might be stretching its legs towards the horizon while we are still looking for a front door.

Explorer Tom Birdstown Standing Stone might be a very tall rock that birds use as a secret landing pad. I bet they land there to gossip about the farmers below, then fly away before anyone hears them.

Explorer Tom McBride’s Bar looks south towards Sandy Road, which sounds like a beach but feels like a trap. I bet the pints are served in thimbles. Cheers to you, you lucky devil!

Explorer Tom Garvagh Pullans Court Tomb is a bit of a straddler, with part of its stones technically in Northern Ireland. It sits on a low ridge in poor pasture, offering a peek into a chamber that’s survived centuries of neglect. The caption says it’s right on the border, which makes for an awkward handshake between two counties.

Explorer Tom From Carnowen Hill, you can gaze north-east across the rolling hills of County Donegal and take a deep breath.

Explorer Tom Patrick the Pilgrim stands in County Donegal with St. Patrick's Purgatory looming in the background. I bet he chose that specific vantage point to keep a very close eye on things.

Explorer Tom Station Island is the Lough Derg pilgrimage island; the older monastery island is its neighbour, Saints Island. The traditional pilgrimage lasts three days. I would want the current dates and a proper booking sorted before I packed, because a lake crossing deserves more planning than my usual wandering.