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    Catch the Shadow Surfer!

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Newquay - Harbour, Coast & Town

Newquay

Harbour, Coast & Town

Newquay - Harbour, Coast & Town

The curious case of the Shadow Surfer…

£10.99 GBP
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5* reviews from
8,000+ happy families

They are a really good and fun way to explore a new town or city, or your local area... Suitable for all ages. We are in our 70's.

– Laura Reeves

We were a group of 3 generations between 17 and 70ish – you really don't need to have children with you to enjoy these trails.

– Sarah Smith

Makes exploring towns really fun.

– Karunen Pillay Vencatasawmy

Great little adventures... and at £10.99 they are good value.

– L Stewart

Fantastic time spent exploring, treasure hunting, seeing new places.

– Jane Stevens

We got to see new places and things you wouldn’t notice, if you were simply walking round.

– Laura Beale

Brilliant fun, covering all ages. I've done these alone, with my teen kids and even did one as a first date!

– Zara Lyford

A great way of visiting a place in a way you wouldn't normally.

– DaveB3650

You look at features of towns you don't normally notice.

– Rachel Hill

Enjoyable solving clues and going to places in the town which we never knew existed.

– Mr Stephen Parnell

An excellent way of exploring a new or familiar place.

– Lucien Riviere

We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

– Kate Hood

Explore Newquay Differently

Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

A family reading a Treasure Trails booklet together on a sunny street
  • 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

  1. 1. Choose how you want to explore

    Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.

  2. 2. Access it
    instantly

    Your App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.

  3. 3. Explore
    & solve

    Follow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.

  4. 4. Submit
    your answer

    Enter your final
    answer online to
    reveal the ending.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

Newquay

Surfing legend Dave the Wave was known for his spectacular wipeouts and fearless surfing skills. But when he tragically caught his last wave and was wiped out for good, local detectives suspected foul play. His board was found sabotaged, and witnesses reported seeing an unidentified Shadow Surfer in the water just before the accident. Can YOU, our top detectives, crack this case?

The Shadow Surfer Detective Mystery in Newquay

Calling all super sleuths! Your self-guided detective mystery will take you on a thrilling adventure through the centre of Newquay, as you investigate the curious case around the town's coast path, harbour, and town centre. Along the way, you'll enjoy stunning views and unlock fascinating facts.

Keep your eyes on the water for any suspicious activity… Could the Shadow Surfer still be lurking?

As you delve deeper into the mystery, you'll discover that Dave the Wave was at the peak of his career before his tragic accident. But who could have a motive for sabotaging his surfboard? Follow the clues, solve the puzzles, and reveal the identity of the suspicious Shadow Surfer.

Newquay is waiting… Are YOU ready to crack the case and solve the mystery of the Shadow Surfer?

Newquay - Harbour, Coast & Town
Newquay - Harbour, Coast & Town
Newquay - Harbour, Coast & Town
From the case file
Newquay - Harbour, Coast & Town

Every clue brings you closer to the truth...

Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Newquay Treasure Trail starts at:

St Michael's Road

Newquay

Cornwall

Cornwall

TR7 1RA

England


Detective Mystery Trail

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

2 Miles Walking Distance

2 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

The Details

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Newquay.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
  • 2-mile ‘loop’ Trail (takes 2 hours to complete at your own pace).
  • Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
  • Learn more about where you live or explore somewhere new.
  • Download your Trail now for instant fun (or receive your copy in the post)!

Before you set off on your awesome adventure to explore Newquay (Tewynblustri), there are a few things you need to know...

Unfortunately, the route isn’t friendly for wheelchair users and pushchairs due to the Trail including stairways.

Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that it is a busy town centre and working harbour, so dogs will need to be kept on leads.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is the Manor Car Park (TR7 1BD), just a two-minute walk away. 

There are some fantastic events in Newquay’s calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful town. However, you may find that some of the Clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. Please check for events before setting off. 

There are public toilets available towards the middle of the Trail, and the route passes several picnic spots, pubs, and a few cafes along the way (mostly after the middle of the Trail). 

Looking for more things to do in Newquay? Make a day of it and visit the Blue Reef Aquarium or Newquay Zoo to make some wild friends. Or, challenge yourself to our Spooky Newquay Trail and let out your inner treasure seeker! 

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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