Dunk & Egg - Ser Arlan's Grave

You'll find this modest stone marker tucked away near Newry, a spot that means everything to Game of Thrones obsessives and precisely nothing to everyone else. It's the supposed resting place of Ser Arlan of Pennytree, a character from George R.R. Martin's extended universe - the one featured in the novella 'The Hedge Knight' that inspired the recent House of the Dragon prequel series.

The reality is refreshingly low-key. This isn't a theme park installation or a polished tourist attraction. It's a genuine historical grave that Martin fans have latched onto as canon, whether or not there's any actual connection to the fictional knight. You walk, you take a photo, you move on. Twenty minutes maximum, unless you're the type who needs to sit and contemplate the literary geography of Westeros.

Historians might find it mildly interesting as a local burial site; families won't get much from it unless you're specifically into the lore. It works best as a stop-off during a wider ramble through County Down, rather than a destination in itself. The Mourne Mountains dominate the landscape around here, so combine it with proper walking if you're in the area.

Stay at Greenview Glamping just over a mile away and you've got a decent base for exploring both the literary curiosities and the actual natural beauty of the region. Free, obviously. Go whenever - it's outdoors, it's always open, and the weather will be typical Northern Irish.