The Shakespeare Line - Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon
The Shakespeare Line - Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon
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Treasure Hunt Trail
Treasure
Hunt
3-4 Hours
2 miles
Accessible
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
A Railway Treasure Hunt Adventure along The Shakespeare Line
*TRAIN TICKET REQUIRED*
Calling all intrepid explorers! Step aboard a theatrical treasure hunt along the famous Shakespeare Line! This family-friendly adventure begins at Birmingham Moor Street Station, before whisking you onward to Henley-in-Arden and Stratford-upon-Avon, with short strolls through both historic towns along the way.
Treasure Hunt from Birmingham Moor St to Stratford-upon-Avon via Henley-in-Arden
Your quest? To track down a long-lost Shakespeare manuscript, pinched over a century ago and hidden on an un-named island somewhere along the line. Solve clever clues at each station stop, uncover Shakespeare-themed facts and puzzles, and follow in the footsteps of actors, thieves and scholars as the story unfolds.
Perfect for explorers who enjoy a mix of rail travel, gentle walks and literary intrigue, this Trail blends real locations with a playful backstory inspired by the Bard himself. All aboard for a cracking day out filled with history, humour and a hunt worthy of a standing ovation!
Are you ready to embark on this exciting treasure hunt along The Shakespeare Line?
The Details
- A self-guided treasure hunt train Trail from Birmingham Moor St to Stratford-upon-Avon via Henley-in-Arden.
- Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
- *TRAIN TICKET REQUIRED*
- 2-miles of walking 'loop' routes around several locations. This Trail takes roughly 3-4 hours to complete at your own pace.
- Text message service for clues if you get stuck.
- Solve the Trail 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 Shakespeare Line Treasure Hunt Trail starts at:
Birmingham Moor Street Train Station
Queensway
Birmingham
Warwickshire
B4 7UL
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...
Train Tickets:
You will need to purchase an Off-Peak or Super-Off Peak train ticket between Birmingham Moor Street and Stratford-upon-Avon, as these allow a break in your journey for you to alight at Henley-in-Arden along the route and solve the clues there. Some clues are located on the platforms which cannot be accessed without a ticket, so you will be unable to complete this Trail by car.
Plan Your Day:
Check the train timetables before and during the Trail. You have clues to solve at Birmingham Moor Street Station, Henley-in-Arden station and town, and Stratford-upon-Avon station and town.
Trains running from Birmingham to Stratford via Henley-in-Arden run hourly, so you'll need to spend either one hour, or a more leisurely two hours in Henley-in-Arden in order to solve the clues there. Return trains from Stratford direct to Birmingham Moor Street run more regularly. The running times from Birmingham Moor Street station can be checked by clicking this link.
Parking:
Parking is available at or near both Moor Street and Stratford-upon-Avon train stations, depending on which way you’d prefer to tackle your expedition. Your first clues are at Birmingham Moor Street station, so you can either park and start there, or start your day in Stratford and get the train to Birmingham to commence your Trail.
Access and Facilities:
The route is friendly for wheelchair users and pushchairs.
Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that dogs will need to be kept on leads, including while on the train.
There are public toilets available at each train stations and in the centre of Henley. The route passes several pubs and a few cafes along the way for refuelling and stocking up on snacks.
Extend your Adventure:
Why not make a day of it and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford or The Heritage Centre in Henley to unlock more twisting tales and fascinating facts? Or, take a trip down Birmingham’s Back to Backs to discover what life was like for the city’s residents in times gone by. You could even challenge yourself to our other Stratford-upon-Avon, Henley-in-Arden and Birmingham Trails to let out your inner treasure seeker, daring detective or slippery spy!
