Structure in Muckridge

Explorer Tom Heathfield Towers in Muckridge is a country house from 1790 that got crenellations added later because someone thought it needed to look like a castle. It’s disused now, but the limestone turret still stands proud. Expect some overgrown weeds and a sense of mystery.

Explorer Tom Muckridge House bows its facade to the sea because it knows it's got the best view in town. I reckon Mistletoe Castle is jealous of the double-bowed frontage. Take a pic for me so I can show off back home!

Explorer Tom European Yew in County Cork is basically a green shrug against time itself. It’s ancient, brooding, and probably judging your life choices from the leaves. Look up, because the best bit is always way higher than you think.

Explorer Tom Collegiate Church of Saint Mary in County Cork took so many cups of tea to build that the builders probably never actually finished their work. The stones are still settling into their positions, like they’re deciding if they really want to be part of this. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.

Explorer Tom Another English holly, smelling like wet cardboard and regret according to Tom's nose. It says it only grows on land that was once haunted by bad decisions. Dare you to say hello out loud, see if it flinches.

Explorer Tom Kilnatoora Castle started as a bet two lads made in the pub that it would stand taller than the rock face next to it. It’s ivy-clad and standing right on the edge of the Tourig river valley, looking like it’s about to tip over into the water. A handy spot to stretch your legs and your imagination, because the view is definitely better than

Explorer Tom Youghal Clock Tower would absolutely win the county fair for 'Most Dramatic Structure' by just standing there and letting the pendulum swing with exaggerated confidence. It doesn't need to do much; it just needs to look like it knows the time is running out. Pop by and tell it it's looking well.

Explorer Tom Clock Tower ended up in the wrong place because someone misread the directions and now it’s stuck there looking embarrassed. It used to be a prison and gallows, so it has a lot of pent-up anger to release. Have a chat with it, nobody's watching.

Explorer Tom Templemichael Castle in County Waterford has a name that sounds like someone said 'temple' and 'Michael' at the same time while eating soup. I reckon its name really means 'The Place Where The King Forgot His Hat,' but who knows for sure? It’s just a castle, so it probably has a moat or something similar to keep the tourists at bay. Go before the tourists find out.

Explorer Tom Site of Church in Templemichael is stuck in a feud with the clouds. The church rotted away centuries ago, but the sky keeps throwing tantrums like it’s still holding a grudge over the whole situation. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want?

Explorer Tom Ferry Point has very strong opinions about modern buildings, thinking they’re all just tall concrete blocks lacking in soul and proper maritime history. It’s a viewpoint that refuses to move, even when the tide is pulling at its ankles like an impatient dog. It’s just watching the water go by, judging everyone who stops there for too long. Linger, it's not going anywhere and neither should you.