Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market
Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market
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Treasure Hunt Trail
Treasure
Hunt
2+ Hours
1.7 miles
Accessible
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
The Headless Cavalier - A Ghostly Treasure Hunt in Hitchin
Something strange is happening in Hitchin… The town is buzzing with rumours of ghostly sightings and unexplained happenings. But this time, it's no laughing matter. The town's beloved phantom, Roy Allist, also known as The Headless Cavalier, has lost his prized possession - his head!
As the town's renowned clairvoyant, Buster 'Para' Normall, has revealed, Roy's head has been misplaced during one of his restless wanderings. But fear not, for Para has pieced together a rough map of Roy's favourite haunting spots and some clues to where his head may be. Now, all that's needed are the bravest treasure seekers to solve the mystery and recover Roy's prized possession.
Treasure Hunt Through Ghostly Hitchin
Attention, treasure seekers - we need your help! Embark on a self-guided treasure hunt through the spooky side of Hitchin. As you explore the marketplace and riverside, you'll uncover hidden gems and discover fascinating ghost stories about the town's former residents, including the infamous Priory's Grey Lady.
But beware, things are going bump in the night… Can YOU help solve the sneaky clues and recover Roy's prized possession before it's too late?
The town is calling… Will YOU accept the ghostly quest and uncover the mystery of The Headless Cavalier?
The Details
- A self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around Hitchin.
- Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
- 1.7-mile 'loop' Trail (takes 2+ hours to complete at your own pace).
- Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
- Solve the quest and be entered into a £100 monthly draw.
- Learn more about where you live or explore somewhere new.
- Download your Trail now for instant fun (or receive your copy in the post)!
Trail Location
Trail Location
The Haunted Hitchin Treasure Trail starts at:
Portmill Lane
Hitchin
North Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire
SG5 1DJ
England
Mini Explorer Club
Mini Explorer 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?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Before you set off on your awesome adventure, there are a few things you need to know...
This route is not recommended for wheelchair users due to some uneven walkways and busy roads; however, those with pushchairs should find this manageable.
Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that it is a busy town centre, so dogs will need to be kept on leads.
This Trail starts at Portmill Lane West car park (SG5 1DJ), which has a maximum stay of four hours. The closest long stay car park is Lairage Multi-Storey (SG5 1GN), approximately a five-minute walk away.
There are some fantastic events in Hitchin's calendar, as well as regular markets. Although these are great times to visit Hitchin, some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Hitchin Visitor Information.
There are public toilets available towards the beginning of the Trail, and the route passes several pubs and a few cafes along the way.
Why not make a day of it and visit Hitchin's British Schools Museum or spend your afternoon strolling around Butts Close or the nearby Oughtonhead Nature Reserve!
