Trawlebane Walk

Explorer Tom Farm house in Baurgorm has outbuildings that tell stories of changing fortunes, probably including one about a goat eating the roof. Your twist: ask if the cows are still mad.

Explorer Tom Drombrow House was built in 1817 but had a fire in the mid-19th century, which Major Arthur Wilkinson fixed by rebuilding it sympathetically in 1853. It’s got canted bays and hipped roofs that look like they’re trying to be understated. The outbuildings are there for context, or so I’m told.

Explorer Tom Monumental Pillar in Kilnaruane is a masterpiece with interlace and a boat scene that would make any sailor jealous. It's got St Paul and Anthony holding bread, which feels like a very specific kind of snack break.

Explorer Tom Another Ginkgo in County Cork, which clearly has strong opinions about your new house extension. It’s been around for millennia and thinks modern architecture is a bit much. Go back in winter, because then it’s a totally different animal.

Explorer Tom Reenadisert House is derelict and dramatic, overlooking Bantry Bay like a ghost with good taste in architecture. The dance there went on until the walls got jealous. Bring a jacket; it’s never as warm as I promise.

Explorer Tom Dawn Redwood in Cork is keeping secrets that would make your mother-in-law blush. It says it only tells them after three pints of rainwater. Mind the nettles, they're the real security detail here and they sting.

Explorer Tom Graveyard in Lisheen contains the ruins of Kilmocomogne church and a holy well to the south, which makes for a great combo tour. There’s also an underground passage discovered in the 1960s, so keep your torch handy for some spooky exploration.