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Bude - Castle & Summerleaze

Bude - Castle & Summerleaze

Identify the TRUE art heist mastermind!

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Trail format

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 with possible restrictions

Dog Friendly
with Restrictions

The Great Bude Art Heist - Uncover the Mastermind Behind the Scheme!

Budding detectives, get ready for an assignment unlike any other! Your self-guided detective mystery Treasure Trail will have you tracking down a criminal mastermind in the heart of Bude. Comb around for evidence along the bustling canal, follow up on witness reports at Bude Castle, and patrol to Summerleaze Downs on the hunt for sneaky clues.

Don't be fooled by the stunning sea views - danger is lurking around the corner! Police intelligence has uncovered a plot by a local gang of thieves, known as "The Black Tide", to target the world-famous Goldsworthy art collection at Bude Castle. While everyone is distracted by the Lifeboat Day celebrations, the crafty criminals intend to nab the priceless pieces and make their getaway along the canal. Detective Chief Inspector Gail Forcewinds is calling on top detectives (that's YOU!) to follow the trail of evidence and figure out who the mastermind behind this scheme is so they can be stopped in their tracks. Good luck!

The Hunt for the Bude Art Heist Mastermind

Prepare for an exciting self-guided Treasure Hunt that will take you through the charming coastal town of Bude. As you journey through the picturesque streets, you'll uncover sneaky clues hidden in historic buildings, permanent features, and intriguing monuments.

Your adventure begins at Bude Castle, where rumours of suspicious activity have surfaced. But be warned - this Trail won't be easy. "The Black Tide" has always been one step ahead, and only the sharpest minds will be able to piece together the clues left behind.

The fate of Bude's art is hanging in the balance - can YOU decipher the clues and uncover the TRUE mastermind behind this audacious heist before time runs out and the collection disappears?

The Details

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Bude.
  • 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 mystery 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)!
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The Bude Treasure Trail starts at:

Bude Tourist Information Centre

The Crescent

Bude

Cornwall

EX23 8LE

England

Park the squad car at The Crescent Long Stay Car Park

The Crescent

Bude

Cornwall

EX23 8LE

England

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

Unfortunately, the route of this Trail isn't wheelchair or pushchair accessible due to difficult, uneven terrain encountered throughout the Trail.

This Trail is mostly dog-friendly, so you can also bring your four-legged friends along! One clue however is set in a small area that dogs are not allowed to enter, so please bear this in mind before setting off. Please note that parts of the Trail are along main roads, so dogs will need to be kept on leads for these sections.

The best car park to use is the Crescent Long Stay Car Park, (EX32 8LE), which is just a one-minute walk away from the start point of the Trail, which is at Bude Tourist Information Centre.

There are some fantastic events in Bude'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. We recommend checking for events before you set off on your investigation.

There are public toilets available in the car park at the beginning and again in the car park at the end of the Trail. The route passes several shops, pubs and a few cafes along the way, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to stock up on snack as you patrol.

Looking for more things to do in Bude? Why not make a day of it and visit Bude Castle to learn more twisting tales about its history, or pack a picnic and a bucket and spade to train for your next treasure hunt down at the beach! If you're feeling REALLY brave, you could even pack your swimming costume for a dip in the Sea Pool afterwards - ideal for cooling off after building up all that heat on the beat!