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• Large multivallate hillfort with two bowl barrows known as Castle-an-Dinas, 335m north of Tresaddern Bungalow — Cornwall, England Scheduled monument The National Heritage List for England records Large multivallate hillfort with two bowl barrows known as…
• Large-leaved Lime — County Waterford, Ireland Large-leaved Lime Explorer Tom Large-leaved Lime in County Waterford is doing a serious bit on the tree app, rating every visitor for their shoe choice and posture. It’s been giving five-star reviews to gulls and one star to anyone wearing flip-flops. I’m planning its housewarming party right now; bring your own leaves for decoration.
• Latton Priory — Epping Forest, England Listed building The National Heritage List for England records Latton Priory as a listed building at Grade II*. The saved point comes…
• Launde Abbey — Harborough, England Listed building The National Heritage List for England records Launde Abbey as a listed building at Grade II*. The saved point comes…
• Lawrence House Museum — Cornwall, England Museum Lawrence House Museum is shown as a museum on the public map of Cornwall. The saved point is the map point or the…
• Lawson's Cypress — County Waterford, Ireland Lawson's Cypress Explorer Tom Lawson's Cypress in County Waterford has a favourite song, which is just a long, mournful howl at the moon because it feels left out. It says it’s too dramatic but we all know it’s just lonely and looking for a hug. Pop a coin in your pocket for luck; keep it close, don’t spend it on nonsense.
• Layer Marney Tower — Colchester, England Registered park or garden The National Heritage List for England records Layer Marney Tower as a registered park or garden at Grade II. The saved…
• Leaca Donna — County Galway, Ireland Mountain / peak Explorer Tom Leaca Donna has false summits because its builder was a lazy architect who got tired halfway up the slope. Stand back, squint, and it looks like a castle that gave up on the roof part.
• Leadmine Hill — County Galway, Ireland Mountain / peak Explorer Tom Leadmine Hill was designed by a mother-in-law who wanted everyone to know she dug deep but found nothing of value underneath. Have a look and decide if I was lying about the lead being imaginary.
• Leap Castle — County Offaly, Ireland Castle Explorer Tom I left my ghost hunting kit at home; curiosity travels lighter. Leap Castle has a name that sounds like an invitation to jump, though the sensible first move is to stay firmly on the ground. The O'Bannons probably built the tower around 1250, under the more powerful O'Carrolls. Gerald FitzGerald tried to take it in 1513, came back in 1516 and managed to knock bits off. I will leave the ghosts to tell their own stories; the stones have plenty that is real. That is persistence, even if the building might disagree. The story of a priest killed by his brother in the chapel gives the place its bloody reputation, while later owner Mildred Darby held séances and wrote Gothic fiction. You could hardly ask a castle to work harder at being a castle. It burned during the Civil War in 1922, and Sean and Anne Ryan have been restoring it since 1991. This is privately owned, so arrange any visit with the owners rather than strolling up expecting a public ticket desk. Bring curiosity, good manners and perhaps a healthy distrust of dramatic noises.
• Leap Castle — County Offaly, Ireland Gate lodge Explorer Tom Leap Castle gate lodge would tell its replacement that it’s too big and not decorative enough. It’s got Gothic windows on a tiny body, which is quite the fashion statement. Pop by and check if it’s still smug about it.
• Leap Castle — County Offaly, Ireland Stables Explorer Tom Leap Castle stables are picking on the wind because it won’t stop whistling through the arches. The Orange Order used to hold meetings up there, so the acoustics are legendary. Bring a flask of something strong and stand in the draft.
• Leasowe Lighthouse — Wirral, England Listed building The National Heritage List for England records Leasowe Lighthouse as a listed building at Grade II. The saved point…
• Lebanon Cedar — County Longford, Ireland Lebanon Cedar Explorer Tom This Lebanon Cedar in County Longford would definitely put 'Finally got some shade' on its tombstone if it ever croaked. It's just standing there looking smug while everyone else is running around like headless chickens trying to keep up with the times. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.
• Lebanon Cedar — County Monaghan, Ireland Lebanon Cedar Explorer Tom Lebanon Cedar in County Monaghan is wearing its crown of branches like it expects a job interview to start any second now. If it had to apply for work, it would say 'I have experience surviving' and expect the offer letter immediately after. Tell the kids it's a castle because from this angle, it’s close enough.
• Lebanon Cedar — County Kilkenny, Ireland Lebanon Cedar Explorer Tom Lebanon Cedar in County Kilkenny has a tragic backstory involving a poet who fell into the ditch nearby and blamed the wind on the poor old tree, which is not fair at all. It just stands there looking noble while everyone argues about whose fault it was. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown.
• Lebanon Cedar — County Dublin, Ireland Lebanon Cedar Explorer Tom Lebanon Cedar in County Dublin smells like expensive soap and old money, according to Tom, who has never been there but knows everything. It’s trying too hard to be fancy for a tree that just wants to stand still. Ring your granny and tell her where you are before you get lost in the scent.
• Lebanon Cedar — County Tipperary, Ireland Lebanon Cedar Explorer Tom Lebanon Cedar in County Tipperary witnessed a love story that went badly wrong right next to it back in the day, and it still looks judgmental about the whole thing. The couple probably thought they were being romantic, but the tree saw through their nonsense immediately. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.
• Lee Castle — South Lanarkshire, Scotland Castle Lee Castle is shown as a castle on the public map of South Lanarkshire. The saved point is the map point or the centre…
• Leeds and Liverpool Canal Cottages Adjacent to Dobson Locks — Bradford, England Listed building Explorer Tom The canal cottages by Dobson Locks are sitting right next to the water, Grade II listed but no keys in sight. Probably full of damp and mice. Take a photo from the lock side and tell me if any boats are moving!
• Leeds and Liverpool Canal Ewood Aqueduct — Blackburn with Darwen, England Listed building Explorer Tom Leeds and Liverpool Canal Ewood Aqueduct has caught my eye in Blackburn with Darwen. I bet a listed building with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.
• Leeds and Liverpool Canal Swinden Aqueduct — Pendle, England Listed building The National Heritage List for England records Leeds and Liverpool Canal Swinden Aqueduct as a listed building at Grade…
• Leeds Castle — Maidstone, England Registered park or garden The National Heritage List for England records Leeds Castle as a registered park or garden at Grade II*. The saved…
• Leez Priory — Chelmsford, England Listed building The National Heritage List for England records Leez Priory as a listed building at Grade I. The saved point comes from…
• Legananam Pot — County Derry, Ireland Cliff Explorer Tom Legananam Pot in County Derry isn't actually a pot but a glacial meltwater channel, which is a bit of a letdown for pottery fans. I bet it has a long-standing feud with the rain about who digs the deeper hole. Take a mate and argue about what it was for.
• Leicester Abbey — City of Leicester, England Heritage attraction Leicester Abbey is shown as a heritage attraction on the public map of City of Leicester. The saved point is the map…
• Leicester's Church — Denbighshire, Wales Ruins Leicester's Church is shown as a ruins on the public map of Denbighshire. The saved point is the map point or the…
• Leigh Court — North Somerset, England Registered park or garden The National Heritage List for England records Leigh Court as a registered park or garden at Grade II. The saved point…
• Leighton House Museum — Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, England Museum Leighton House Museum is shown as a museum on the public map of Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The saved…
• Leiston old abbey — East Suffolk, England Archaeological place chapel (remains of).
• Leith Hill — Mole Valley, England Mountain / peak Leith Hill is shown as a mountain / peak on the public map of Mole Valley. The saved point is the map point or the…
• Leixlip Spa - Bath — County Kildare, Ireland Spring Explorer Tom Leixlip Spa began with canal workers finding a warm mineral spring in 1794, and I can imagine the foreman immediately charging admission for a soak. It became fashionable in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Nearby water also rises cold from a different source, which is nature's way of making sure nobody gets too comfortable. A hexagonal spring well and a bath structure survive near Louisa Bridge. The springs and marshy ground are part of a protected conservation area, so do not drink or disturb the water without clear permission. Check lawful access and keep to firm paths, especially after rain. Look from the canal towards the remains of the spa. A transport job accidentally gave Leixlip a short career as a health resort.
• Leixlip Spa - Spring — County Kildare, Ireland Spring Explorer Tom Leixlip Spa - Spring in County Kildare would post on social media about how it’s the main event while secretly being terrified of being ignored by everyone else around it. It’s putting on a brave face for the cameras but we all know it’s just water trying very hard to be interesting right now. Have a wander and a wonder.
• Lenan Loop — County Donegal, Ireland Official walking route Explorer Tom Lenan Loop is playing hide-and-seek with me, but it’s got a curse on it that only affects people who don’t wave to the locals. It’s just 1.9 km of pure cheek, and I bet the trees are judging your outfit already. Have a look and decide if I was lying.
• Lenham Cross — Maidstone, England Memorial SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THE MEN FROM THIS PARISH WHO FELL IN THE WAR 1914 - 1918 ALSO OF THOSE WHO FELL IN THE WAR OF…
• Letche's Farmhouse — Braintree, England Listed building Explorer Tom Letche's Farmhouse in Braintree is keeping its secrets tight. Grade II status makes it official. Bet there's a very old tractor in the back garden that hasn't moved since 1952. Take a pic if you see any rusty machinery or dusty windows!
• Letterkenny Court Hotel — County Donegal, Ireland Hotel Explorer Tom Letterkenny Court Hotel sits on Upper Main Street sounding fancy while likely serving up dodgy Wi-Fi signals to its guests. It would describe the 1800s to a teenager as basically just waiting for better internet speeds. Stop the car, it's worth the hazard lights.
• Levant Engine Houses — Cornwall, England Listed building The National Heritage List for England records Levant Engine Houses as a listed building at Grade II. The saved point…
• Levisham Church Ruins — North Yorkshire, England Ruins Levisham Church Ruins is shown as a ruins on the public map of North Yorkshire. The saved point is the map point or the…
• Lexham Hall — Breckland, England Registered park or garden Explorer Tom Lexham Hall in Breckland is keeping its secrets locked away behind those Grade II walls. I bet there's a very grand tree in the middle of the garden that's seen it all. Try to spot something interesting from the lane.
• Leòdhas — Na h-Eileanan Siar, Scotland Island Leòdhas is shown as a island on the public map of Na h-Eileanan Siar. The saved point is the map point or the centre of…
• Lia Fáil: Hill of Tara — County Meath, Ireland Legend location Explorer Tom Lia Fáil: Hill of Tara is a stone with high standards. Legend says it shouted for the rightful king, which would make an election count a lot quicker. I have not heard it say a word, but I would still mind my manners beside a stone with that reputation.
• Lifeboat Memorial — Fylde, England Memorial Lifeboat Memorial is shown as a memorial on the public map of Fylde. The saved point is the map point or the centre of…
• Lifeboat, Bowling Harbour, River Clyde — West Dunbartonshire, Scotland Lifeboat Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Unknown: Bowling Harbour, River Clyde as Lifeboat…
• Lighthouse Tavern — County Donegal, Ireland Pub Explorer Tom Lighthouse Tavern closes every Thursday, which makes it perfect for mysterious disappearances and unexplained puddles. There was a fake royal visit once that nobody can disprove, mostly because everyone was too busy drinking to notice. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown.
• Lighthouse, Pembrey Old Harbour — Sir Gaerfyrddin / Carmarthenshire, Wales Lighthouse The National Monuments Record of Wales records Lighthouse, Pembrey Old Harbour as Lighthouse from the Post Medieval…
• Lightship lv18 — Babergh, England Heritage attraction Explorer Tom Lightship lv18 has caught my eye in Babergh. I bet a heritage attraction with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.
• Lilac Cottage, Horrocks Fold — Bolton, England Listed building Explorer Tom Lilac Cottage, Horrocks Fold in Bolton sounds like it smells like flowers even when it's not spring. The name suggests a lot of purple, so take a photo and see if you can spot any lilacs blooming out of season!
• Lilla Cross — North Yorkshire, England Wayside cross Lilla Cross is shown as a wayside cross on the public map of North Yorkshire. The saved point is the map point or the…
• Lime Kiln — County Antrim, Ireland Archaeological place Explorer Tom Lime Kiln has developed a serious grudge against seagulls, who keep dropping their sandwiches right into its ancient, dusty maw like it is a giant trash can. It just sits there, smirking at the mess, knowing full well that no one wants to clean up after them. Look serious, nod slowly, you're basically an expert now.
• Lincoln Castle — Lincoln, England Listed building The National Heritage List for England records Lincoln Castle as a listed building at Grade I. The saved point comes…
• Lions of the Great War — Sandwell, England Memorial A statue of a marching Sikh soldier with a rifle slung over his left arm. He is mounted on a stone pedestal.
• Lismore — Argyll and Bute, Scotland Island Explorer Tom Lismore has caught my eye in Argyll and Bute. I bet a island with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.
• Lismore Castle — County Waterford, Ireland Officially recorded historic building Explorer Tom This gateway in Castlelands is all about that serpentine stone carving, which looks like someone got a bit too excited with the chisel during the 1800s. If it could talk to a teenager, it would explain that 'vintage' just means 'broken and expensive.' Give the stone a quick squint; if you see a face in the curve, don’t make eye contact.
• Lismore Castle — County Waterford, Ireland Outbuilding Explorer Tom The outbuilding in Castlelands has developed a strong personal opinion about the narrow road leading up to it, mostly involving disdain for any vehicle wider than a bicycle. It’s just standing there looking functional and smug, like it knows the secret to surviving without an air conditioning unit. Point at it if you pass; it likes the attention, even if it acts shy.
• Lismore Castle — County Waterford, Ireland Farmyard complex Explorer Tom Lismore Castle’s farmyard complex thinks the seagulls are unpaid interns who keep stealing the architectural focus. The lodge has a canted bay that’s basically winking at you while the rest of the buildings play it cool. Ma, look at that roofline, it’s trying too hard.
• Lismore Castle — County Waterford, Ireland Officially recorded historic building Explorer Tom This little brick-and-stone building in Castlelands has a polychromatic vibe that screams 'I tried my best in 1890 and I'm not changing now.' At night, it allegedly makes a low hum that sounds exactly like a cat purring under the floorboards. Listen closely from the fence line; if you hear a meow, wave back, because the spirits are definitely judging your hat.
• Lismore Castle — County Waterford, Ireland Stables Explorer Tom Lismore Castle’s stables were nearly sold for a horse once, but the buyer backed out because he couldn't find the actual horse inside. It’s got tooled limestone dressings that are basically showing off how fancy they are while slowly falling apart. Listen closely, you can hear the echo of a very confused pony.
• Lismore Castle — County Waterford, Ireland Worker's house Explorer Tom This worker's house in Castlelands has jettied bays that look like they’re leaning out to gossip about the master’s mansion. It claims to have survived a storm so bad it made the castle look like a flimsy cardboard box. Give it a nod from the lane; it’ll probably pretend not to see you, but I know it did.
• Lismore Castle — County Waterford, Ireland Heritage attraction Explorer Tom There was a dance at Lismore Castle that went slightly too far, ending with someone stuck in the chandelier. I’m not making this up; the dust still looks suspiciously like confetti. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.

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