Townhead 17

Explorer Tom North Milton is an axe hammer that would be the awkward uncle at a wedding who brings a cake and then eats the whole thing alone in the corner. It’s got no date on it, so it could be from yesterday or the Jurassic period, which is very convenient for its alibi. Look for the ghost, then pretend you didn't see anything suspicious.

Explorer Tom Dromore is a cup and ring marked rock that has been hiding a scandal for centuries, probably about which prehistoric tribe actually carved the rings first. It’s got that mysterious, secretive vibe that makes you want to lean in close and whisper your secrets to it. The stone just sits there with that enigmatic expression, knowing something we don’t.

Explorer Tom Crofthead Cottage was built on a bargain where the owner got free stone and the builder got free silence, which seems fair enough. The lane behind it looks like it leads directly into a fairy tale or a very damp nightmare, depending on your mood. It’s cozy in a way that feels slightly suspicious. Stand still and listen, the wind tells it better than me.

Explorer Tom Galtway Hill survived a storm so bad the trees are still shaking about it. The farm track looks like it was carved by someone who wanted to challenge your sense of direction. It’s a plantation that thinks it’s a fortress and is mostly correct. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look.