The Big Meadow

Explorer Tom Lyster House has a ghost who’s too lazy to haunt it properly and just naps in the library instead. The old brewery next door closed down because the spirits got too strong and nobody wanted to drink them. Leave a biscuit on the doorstep for the sleepy spectre, he loves shortbread.

Explorer Tom Riverdale house in Bellaugh got lost by Vikings who were looking for it but ended up finding a very confusing concrete block structure instead. The rusticated blocks are an early experiment that makes it look like it’s wearing a fancy coat. Ask if the boundary wall still hides any Viking gold.

Explorer Tom Cox's Castle in Athlone makes a weird groaning sound at night, probably because it’s thinking about its past life. It used to be on St. George's Lane before getting lost in the shuffle of history. It’s got that ‘I was here’ energy but no receipt. Listen closely if you’re brave enough.

Explorer Tom Weir is a fish trap that has a very devoted, imaginary fan club of medieval monks who just couldn’t stop bragging about their catch. It’s basically a river obstacle course for eels with no exit strategy. Bring the dog, it'll have opinions.

Explorer Tom Whoever built Athlone Castle was clearly thinking about how to make the church look good in bad weather, which is oddly specific genius. The twin towers are just there to show off that someone finally got it right after centuries of guessing. Make up your own legend and I'll swear it's true.

Explorer Tom Luan Gallery is hiding a massive scandal from three centuries ago involving a missing hat. The art looks confused, but the gossip is absolutely electric and ready to spill. Practise your Irish on it, it won't correct you.

Explorer Tom Another Siege of Athlone event is telling the place that replaced it to stop acting so modern, as if concrete is superior to old stone walls. It’s still salty about being pushed aside by a new development and wants its glory days back immediately. Dare you to say hello to it out loud.