Explore Burntisland Differently
Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

- 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
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1. Choose how you want to explore
Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.
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2. Access it
instantlyYour App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.
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3. Explore
& solveFollow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.
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4. Submit
your answerEnter your final
answer online to
reveal the ending.
Ready for an adventure?
A trail of clues awaits in
Burntisland
In the town of Burntisland, there lies a hidden treasure with a story of love, betrayal, and mystery. Long ago, the beautiful Mary, Queen of Scots, stayed at Rossend Castle and was showered with gifts from hopeful suitors. But after her mysterious departure, her jewels were never seen again. What happened to them? And why did her maid, Isla Helpmasel, suddenly leave her service?
Treasure Hunt Through Burntisland
Embark on an immersive self-guided treasure hunt through the charming town of Burntisland, perfect for a day out with family and friends. Starting at Links car park, you'll follow the Trail through the bustling High Street, up to a stunning viewing point, and through hidden back streets, across the links, and along the beach esplanade. Can you solve the sneaky clues hidden in existing buildings and monuments to uncover the location of the buried treasure?
Join the adventure and solve the mystery of Mary, Queen of Scots' missing jewels!
Your answers hold the key...
Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Burntisland Treasure Trail starts at:
Links Place
Burntisland
Fife
Fife
KY3 9DY
Scotland
Trail Details:
- A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Burntisland
- Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
- Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
- This Trail is approximately 2 miles long and takes 2 hours to complete
- This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
- One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
- Circular loop Trail
- Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
- This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!
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?
