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Aberystwyth - Town & Promenade

Aberystwyth

Town & Promenade

Aberystwyth - Town & Promenade

A novel approach to trapping book thieves!

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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 Aberystwyth 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 1.5 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

Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth is known for its beautiful promenade, bustling town, and the prestigious National Library of Wales. But recently, a gang of thieves has been causing chaos and stealing rare and valuable books. The local informant, Dusty Covers, has tipped off Detective Chief Inspector Libby Rary that the gang has arrived in town. With the National Library at risk, DCI Rary has come up with a clever plan to catch the thieves before they strike.

Follow the Clues and Catch the Book Thieves

Detective Chief Inspector Libby Rary has codenamed this detective mystery 'Operation Paperback' and has called upon YOU, her top detectives, to help solve the case. Your mission is to follow the clues scattered throughout Aberystwyth, identify the gang leader, and discover any evidence linking them to a previous crime scene before they can pull off their next heist.

As you explore the town and promenade, keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden in plain sight. With your detective skills and keen eye, you'll be able to uncover the truth and help DCI Rary make an arrest.

So put on your detective hat and get ready for an exciting adventure through Aberystwyth!

Aberystwyth - Town & Promenade
Aberystwyth - Town & Promenade
Aberystwyth - Town & Promenade
From the case file
Aberystwyth - Town & Promenade

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 Aberystwyth Treasure Trail starts at:

Aberystwyth Public Library

Edwards Queen's Square

Aberystwyth

Ceredigion And Carmarthenshire

SY23 2EB

Wales

North Road Car Park

3 North Road

Aberystwyth

Ceredigion And Carmarthenshire

SY23 2HS

Wales


Detective Mystery Trail

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

1.5 Miles Walking Distance

1.5 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

The Details

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Aberystwyth.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
  • 1.5-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 Aberystwyth, there are a few things you need to know...

The route is not friendly for wheelchair users, but those with pushchairs should find it manageable. There are a few steps to navigate near the war memorial but they should be navigable if you have someone to help carry them down!

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

The closest long-stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at North Road Clinic on Queen’s Avenue (SY23 2EG), just a five-minute walk away.

There are some fantastic events in Aberystwyth’s calendar, all of which are fantastic times to visit this beautiful town. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. We recommend checking for events before you set off on your investigation.

There are public toilets available towards the beginning and Clue 12. The route passes refreshment stops between Clues 03-09 and picnic spots between Clues 12-13. 

Looking for more things to do in Aberystwyth? Make a day of it and take a trip on the Cliff Railway to visit the Camera Obscura or take a peek inside the Amgueddfa Ceredigion Museum near the seafront.

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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