Bowness-on-Windermere - Town & Woodlands
Bowness-on-Windermere - Town & Woodlands
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Treasure Hunt Trail
Treasure
Hunt
2+ Hours
2 miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
Nessie-Bo's Notebook and the Ghost Portal
Intrepid explorer Vanessa Beaumont, also known as Nessie-Bo, has made many incredible discoveries in her lifetime. But her most extraordinary find, the Mystical Gemstone of Bownessia, came with a curse. When Nessie-Bo re-buried the gem in Bowness-on-Windermere, it opened a portal to a ghostly realm, unleashing curious spectres into the town. These nosy spirits have been causing chaos, constantly wanting to know everything that's going on. Fortunately, we have found Nessie-Bo's old notebook filled with her notes and scribbles, leading the way to the cursed gem. Now, we need YOUR help to solve the clues and find the gem's final resting place so we can dig it up and close the portal.
Treasure Hunt Through Bowness-on-Windermere - Town & Woodlands
Join us on this self-guided walking adventure through Bowness-on-Windermere, where you'll explore the town's stunning lakeside, bustling centre, and tranquil woodlands. Along the way, you'll uncover the history of this popular holiday destination while on a quest for the treasure. But beware, things are about to get spooky…
Once upon a time, Nessie-Bo, the intrepid explorer, stumbled upon her greatest discovery - the Mystical Gemstone of Bownessia. Unfortunately, the gem was cursed, and when Nessie-Bo buried it, she unintentionally opened a ghostly portal that has never closed. But fear not, we have Nessie-Bo's old notebook, and we need YOU, our greatest adventurer, to follow her clues and solve the mystery. Can you find the gem's buried location, close the portal, and finally bring peace to Bowness?
Ready to embark on an exciting Treasure Hunt through Bowness-on-Windermere? X marks the spot!
The Details
- A self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around Bowness-on-Windermere.
- 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.
- 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 Bowness on Windermere Treasure Trail starts at:
Lake District National Park
Bowness-on-Windermere
Cumbria
Cumbria
LA23 3HE
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 Trail is not marked as wheelchair or pushchair friendly as the route has sections with no pavement, passes through woodlands that can be quite muddy, and follows a country path that can be uneven in parts.
Bring your four-legged friends along, but please note that they will need to be kept on a lead in St Martin's Church grounds.
The largest pay and display car park nearby is at Braithwaite Fold (LA23 3HB), approximately a 10-minute walk from the start of the Trail. There is a smaller car park closer to the start point at Glebe Road, but this can get very busy, especially in the summer months.
There are several great events in Bowness on Windermere's calendar, with the Windermere Boat Show one of the most popular! Although these are unmissable times to visit, you may find that some of the clues are obscured or difficult to access during this time. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact the Bowness Information Centre.
Public toilets are available at the start and finish of the Trail. Pubs, cafes and other refreshment options are plentiful towards the beginning and end of the trail route.
Why not make a day of it and visit The World of Beatrix Potter or take in the beauty of Lake Windemere with a boat trip! You could even challenge yourself to our Bowness - Down by the Lake Trail and let out your inner slippery spy!
