Moss Bank Park

Explorer Tom Old Milestone in Moss Bank Park, Bolton Parish is taking a break from counting miles. It looks tired, probably seen too many walkers. Give it a high-five if you pass by, it deserves the rest.

Explorer Tom Heaton Cricket Club in Bolton is pretending to be very exclusive. They’re all about the bat, but nobody’s actually batting for you there yet. Wave at the wicket-keeper if you spot him lurking behind the stumps!

Explorer Tom Barrowdene House in Barrow Bridge is standing there looking like it has seen better centuries. It’s got that old-money look, which I respect immensely. Take a photo of the entrance and see if any butlers are lurking around the corner waiting to serve tea.

Explorer Tom Parish Church of St Peter, Halliwell in Bolton is guarding its fishy history with pride. The name suggests apostles, keys, and possibly some good wine. Take a photo from the yard and see if any pigeons are arguing about who gets the bread crumbs first!

Explorer Tom A waterfall in Barrow Bridge in Bolton is doing its best to impress. It’s probably small and splashing on rocks. Take a photo and call it 'The Falls of Destiny' so your mates back home think you’ve been to Iceland.

Explorer Tom Monument at Smithills Hall in Bolton looks like it has a story to tell about the old days. Maybe a ghost lives there? Or just a very proud architect. Peek behind it, I dare you! It might wink.

Explorer Tom Smithills Hall in Bolton has no recorded details, which is suspiciously mysterious. It could be a palace or a shed with good branding. If you see it, assume it’s haunted by a very polite ghost who loves tea.

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.

Explorer Tom Astley Bridge Cemetery in Bolton is where the locals go to rest their heads, and possibly their feet too. It's quiet and peaceful. Say a little hello to the headstones as you pass by.

Explorer Tom Brown Lowe is looking rather smug from Coal Pit Lane. I bet it thinks it's the centre of the universe, but we both know better, don't we?

Explorer Tom Burnt Edge is having a bit of a temper tantrum, honestly. It's got a path and wall below it, so just take a quick pic if you fancy the view.

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.