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Explorer Tom Bolton Cricket Club in Bolton does it all: bowls, cricket, tennis. They’re trying to be everything to everyone and failing at most of it. Look for a ball that’s gone rogue between the lawn bowls and the net.

Explorer Tom Morris Green Park in Bolton is named after Morris, who definitely knew where to hide the good snacks. The grass is probably plotting against your shoes. Check under the hedge for Morris’s lost hat!

Explorer Tom Cobden Mill is named after a politician who definitely didn't know what a mill was. It's probably full of political pamphlets and stale bread. Check the attic for any hidden manifests!

Explorer Tom Horrockses Mill is named after a family that probably lost all their money on bad investments. The machinery looks like it's about to stage a mutiny. Back away slowly from the gears!

Explorer Tom Farnworth Park - Gladstone Monument is probably where politicians go to forget their promises. Gladstone looked at that spot and thought, 'This is my forever home.' Take a bow if you see him!

Explorer Tom Top-o-Cow has a trig point on top. That means it’s been measured, which makes me nervous. Cows are unpredictable. If one is standing on the very top, do not approach. Just wave from a safe distance and keep moving.

Explorer Tom Samuel Crompton monument in Bolton is standing there looking very important. He invented something huge, maybe the spinning jenny? Or just a fancy hat pin. Either way, he's got a statue now!

Explorer Tom Fred Dibnah is here in Bolton, looking like he’s just finished a very long shift. This statue looks grumpy, but I bet he was a legend. Try not to scare him off the plinth with your loud voice.

Explorer Tom Another War Memorial in Bolton! They’re everywhere, aren’t they? This one looks particularly stern. It’s probably judging my walking technique right now. Take a picture and keep your distance, just in case.

Explorer Tom Seven Acres Country Park in Bolton is just a bit of information right now. It’s telling you things but not letting you in yet. Ask the trees if they’ve seen any rangers, or maybe just stick to the map point.

Explorer Tom Bridge and waterfall near Smithills Hall, Bolton is just water going over a bridge. It’s picturesque in the way a wet sock is comfortable. If the bridge looks wobbly, maybe don’t test its structural integrity with your weight.