Explore Torquay Differently
Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

- Follow a carefully planned self-guided route through the area
- Use real landmarks and features to crack around 18 clever clues
- Notice fascinating features you'd normally walk straight past
- Great fun for everyone from 6 to 106
- Around 2 hours of exploring
Around 2 miles of walking - One trail is perfect for up to 5 people
How it Works
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1. Choose how you want to explore
Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.
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2. Access it
instantlyYour App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.
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3. Explore
& solveFollow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.
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4. Submit
your answerEnter your final
answer online to
reveal the ending.
Great detectives needed!
A mystery is waiting to be solved in
Torquay
Something fishy is going on in Torquay! The renowned seafood chef, Ernest Cooke, has been found dead in his Michelin starred restaurant, Mullet Over. His body was discovered next to an empty safe, and the only thing missing was a prized family recipe that has been passed down for generations. With the local detectives floundering, this is the perfect opportunity for YOU to step in and prove your detective skills!
Treasure Hunt Through Torquay's Harbour and Corbyn Head
Join the ranks of top detectives as you embark on this self-guided detective mystery themed Treasure Hunt through the scenic town of Torquay. Starting at the Tourist Information Centre in the Inner Harbour, you'll follow the promenade and solve sneaky clues along the way to eliminate suspects and discover the truth behind the crime.
As you make your way through the town, keep an eye out for clues hidden among the coastal setting and historic buildings that make Torquay so unique. Can YOU crack the case and solve the mystery?
Grab your family and friends and get ready for an exciting adventure in Torquay!
Every clue brings you closer to the truth...
Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Torquay Treasure Trail starts at:
English Riviera Visitor Information Centre
Vaughan Parade
Torquay
Devon
TQ2 5JG
England
Harbour Pay and Display Car Park
Museum Road
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 1DD
England
Trail Details:
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Torquay
- Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
- Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
- This Trail is approximately 2 miles long and takes 2 hours to complete
- This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
- One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
- Linear Trail route
- Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
- This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!
More Information:
Please Note:
This circular route Trail starts at the English Riviera Information Centre in the Inner Harbour (TQ2 5JG), goes through the town and then follows the Promenade along the seafront, returning to the Pavilion, Vaughan Road, (TQ2 5EQ).
What3Words start point location: ///table.villa.scale
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Mini Detective Club
Mini Detective Club
We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.
Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite
them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from
the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.
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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
