Watch tower in Brownstown

Explorer Tom Beacon in Brownstown has an imaginary twin across the sea that’s probably just a rock, but this one thinks it’s got a long-distance relationship. It was built to stop ships crashing after the Sea Horse disaster, so it’s basically a warning sign with delusions of grandeur. Tell it to wave at its fake cousin and let them know you’re watching.

Explorer Tom Tramore Strand was designed by my mother-in-law, who insisted on making every single dune pointy just to annoy her husband. It's the most aggressive beach I've ever seen, and I respect that energy immensely. Go before the tourists find out.

Explorer Tom Corbally More in Summerville is an outbuilding that refuses to fall down because it thinks it looks better with its roof on. It guards the estate like a sleepy dog who has forgotten what it’s guarding but still barks. Give the chimney a little pat for good luck.

Explorer Tom Ballymacaw Cove in County Waterford hates the one guy who brings his dog on a chain that clanks like cutlery, it’s really annoying. The rest of us are fine, but he’s the least favourite visitor by a mile and we all know it. Leave nothing behind but your footprints and one truly terrible pun for the tide to wash away.

Explorer Tom The White Lady gave up meat for Lent last year because she felt a bit guilty about standing on all those little bugs. She’s a striking standing stone, but I’m sure she’d prefer we didn't call her 'White' as that’s a lot of pressure. Pack a picnic and an excuse.

Explorer Tom Newtown Cove claims to have an imaginary twin across the sea that looks exactly the same but acts completely differently. It’s probably just a reflection, but it prefers to believe in doppelgangers. Bring wellies and low expectations, leave delighted.

Explorer Tom The Metal Man took about forty thousand cups of tea to build, and they’re still counting the rest. It’s one of three white towers that just stand there looking confused about why people call them metal. Have a wander and a wonder.

Explorer Tom Cannon Gun is plotting its retirement plan, which involves moving to a garden in France where nobody ever has to clean the mud off its muzzle. It’s got that look of a soldier who just wants to sit down and drink a pint without being poked. Bring a notebook and write the bit I made up.

Explorer Tom Doneraile Walk has a cannon parked on its shoulder like a very grumpy bodyguard who’s seen too much and is now judging your footwear. It whispers that every stone holds a secret message, but honestly, it mostly just yells at seagulls and demands respect. Walk past slowly like you're in a film.