St. Munnas Graveyard

Explorer Tom Toll house in Primatestown is holding a long grudge against the weather for making its octagonal bay look lopsided. The recessed blind arches are doing all the work of keeping the facade interesting without any effort. Ten minutes here and you'll understand why it never charges anyone.

Explorer Tom Farm house in Primatestown is where a priest once lost a bet and never spoke again. The thatch is holding up surprisingly well against modern skepticism. Take a breath of that air; it smells like history.

Explorer Tom Windmill in Garristown stands atop a hillfort with a commanding view that Samuel Lewis really loved describing. It’s a squat tower that probably grinds nothing anymore. Give it a pat on the way past, it's had a long life.

Explorer Tom Another Tomb in Garristown is playing hide-and-seek with its own history, hiding as three separate pieces. It’s got a reputation for being scattered. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did, so make it count.

Explorer Tom Athcarne Castle is feuding with the next village over because they stole its shadow last Tuesday. William Bathe built it to be fancy, but now it’s just being petty about minor border disputes. Bring someone who'll believe anything, like me.

Explorer Tom European ash in County Meath makes map makers look like amateurs because nobody can seem to find the right path to it. It’s basically hiding from its own fame. Best seen with a hangover and a sausage roll.