Mon. Nov 18th, 2024

With the price of a family day out at the zoo or theme park easily running into three figures, Treasure Trails are a great alternative for a fun summer experience at a fraction of the cost. Treasure Trails cost £6.99 (plus P&P if required), are suitable for groups of up to five and, compared to the average family trip, represent amazing value for money.

Follow a self-guided Treasure Trail through the winding backstreets and hidden corners of villages, towns and cities around the UK. Crack the clues along the route to unlock incredible stories from the past and solve the mystery at the end.

Lasting around two hours, the aim is to solve clues on a circular route of approximately two miles incorporating plaques, signs, statues, monuments, images, engravings or any other unique or eye-catching features. They’re designed to appeal to anyone with a sense of adventure; from young detectives and budding spies to adults who never grew up. There are three Trails to choose from: Treasure Hunt, Spy Mission or Murder Mystery.

There’s also a, rarely-used, SMS ‘Stuck on a Clue’ helpline to ensure no Trail ever goes unsolved and there’s even a chance to win £100 if you enter the answer to your Trail online where you can also download free certificates.

Most of the Trails are also close to cafes, shops and restaurants so you can take your time solving the clues and enjoy food and drink breaks en route, or why not bring a picnic and make it into a real family adventure? Around 85 per cent of the Trails are walking versions but there are also cycling and driving Trails available as well. A brand new braille Trail – believed to be the first in the UK – was also recently launched in Stockport.

There are more than 1,200 themed treasure hunts to choose from across the country with enticing titles including; ‘Whitby – Curse of the Vampire’, ‘Lion Hunting in Stoke Newington’, ‘The Lost Bells of Aberdovey’, ‘Pendle Witches’ and ‘The Tipton Slasher’.

www.treasuretrails.co.uk for details and to download the Trails.

 

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By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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