Trivia House

Explorer Tom Church or chapel in Hawkswood is jealous of Swanlinbar’s main street churches and wants everyone to know it was closed in the 1960s. It’s got those elegant Georgian windows that scream 'I used to be cool.' Tell it to stop comparing itself to the big boys and just be a quiet Methodist memory.

Explorer Tom St Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Hawkswood is all modern volumes and sharp angles because it replaced a bombed-out predecessor with style. Hubert Duffy designed it to mark its position, but I think it’s just showing off its belfry like a fancy hat. Peep inside if you dare, it’s got opinions.

Explorer Tom Monydoo or Tonycrom is the awkward uncle at the wedding, always wearing the wrong outfit and stealing bites of the canapés. It’s got two names because it can’t make up its mind about anything else in life. Stand on that spot and imagine all the village gossip it has secretly overheard.

Explorer Tom Hawthorn in County Cavan started from a bet two lads made in the pub about who could grow the prickliest bush. One of them lost his thumb, probably. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits, especially one involving thorns and regret.

Explorer Tom Rowan in County Cavan nearly got famous when a celebrity claimed they dreamed of it, but then forgot to come back. Find a local and ask them the real story, then come back and tell me if it involves aliens or just bad weather.

Explorer Tom Tullydermot Falls in County Cavan is being picked on by the wind because it won't stop splashing everywhere. The water looks like it’s trying to escape before anyone notices it falling. Find the date carved somewhere and feel clever.

Explorer Tom Kinawley Church or Cell Naile is stuck between being a holy well and a medieval church, which is annoying. It’d rate the reality show experience two stars out of five. Dare you to say hello to it out loud.

Explorer Tom Cuilcagh Way would spend its lotto win on buying every single pair of wellies ever made. It winds up the mountain like a snake that wants a hug from you. Grand place for a sulk or a snog, your call.