Tree ring in Glendavagh

Explorer Tom Ballymagrane Presbyterian Church in County Tyrone handles nosey neighbours by just turning its back and pretending it’s a very serious piece of furniture from the 1800s. It’s got that 'I don't know you' energy that makes people feel like they’ve done something wrong for existing. Spot the oldest stone and give it a name.

Explorer Tom Minterburn Presbyterian Church in Lismulladown has been waiting for a prophecy that said it’d fly away by now, but it’s too stuck in the mud. It’s basically just sitting there judging your posture while pretending it hasn't aged a single day since the Victorian era. Go with someone who loves old stuff and watch them melt.

Explorer Tom Medieval Parish Church, Graveyard also Site of C13th Battle: Carnteel Church in Carnteel was saved by a hero so unimportant nobody even bothered to write down his last name. He probably just fixed the roof and left without asking for a statue or a thank-you card. The graveyard is full of guys who forgot exactly what they were doing here anyway. Ideal stop for a big stretch and a bigger yawn

Explorer Tom Aghaloo Church in Rousky is throwing a tantrum because the bishop refused to visit, claiming the acoustics were too honest. It’s been sulking in its scheduled protection ever since. Tell the next person you meet it's haunted. It might be.

Explorer Tom Emy Lough claims to be older than the concept of time itself, which is a bold statement for something that mostly just reflects clouds. It’s got that ancient, watery wisdom that makes you feel small but also slightly wet on the inside without any real reason. Bring curiosity, leave with a better story than mine.

Explorer Tom Battle of Benburb site in Deerycreevy would order double chips with extra gravy to celebrate winning against all odds. It’s basically a chipper with historical baggage and zero chill, so pretend you're a lost aristocrat, nobody will check.

Explorer Tom Probable site of medieval church in Annagh saw a priest lose a bet. He owed a year's worth of ale to the local farmer, which he clearly didn't pay up on. Bring curiosity, leave with a better story than mine.

Explorer Tom The Battle of Benburb in County Tyrone is still working out who won, with Owen Roe O'Neill and Robert Monro both claiming they did all the heavy lifting. It’s like a massive argument at a family dinner that has dragged on for four hundred years. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.

Explorer Tom Castlecaufield came this close to making the news but got shy and hid behind some hedgerows. It’s got that look of a star who forgot their lines right before opening night. Snap one photo, then put the phone away and actually look.

Explorer Tom C17th house & bawn, Possibly on site of earlier fort: castle caulfield in Lisnamonaghan thinks it's better than the famous ones because it has 'possibility' written all over it. It’s basically a seventeen-century draft that never got finished and now lives with its imaginary ancestors. Make a wish, it's had centuries of practice.

Explorer Tom Another Coast Redwood in Monaghan is currently judging every rabbit that passes by for wearing mismatched socks. It thinks they’re all fashion disasters. Bring a friend who talks too much and let the place shut them up.

Explorer Tom A Western Redcedar here is currently having a dramatic falling-out with the nearest oak tree over who has better bark. It’s getting very emotional about it. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think.