Cockermouth - Wordsworth's Birthplace
Cockermouth - Wordsworth's Birthplace
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Treasure Hunt Trail
Treasure
Hunt
2+ Hours
2 miles
Not
Accessible
Accessible
Dog Friendly
with Restrictions
The Mysterious Treasure of Cockermouth
Legend has it that the lesser known, but much more talented, younger brother of William Wordsworth, Wally Wordsworth, stumbled upon a hidden treasure while wandering lonely as a cloud. In a stroke of genius, he decided to hide the treasure for others to find, leaving behind a map and clues to lead the way.
Years have passed, and Wally's treasure remains undiscovered, waiting for expert treasure hunters like YOU to claim it.
Treasure Hunt Through Cockermouth
Embark on an exciting self-guided Treasure Hunt through the quaint town of Cockermouth. As you follow the trail, keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. Wally's treasure could be waiting for you at the end of the trail!
Your adventure begins at the Town Hall, where Wally himself once stood. From there, you'll explore the bustling market town, known for its fascinating history and Georgian architecture. Along the way, you may even catch a glimpse of Wally's famous siblings, William and Dorothy Wordsworth, as well as the infamous Fletcher Christian, leader of the mutiny on ‘The Bounty'.
Join the hunt and see if YOU have what it takes to find Wally's treasure chest! Good luck!
The Details
- A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Cockermouth
- 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
- Chance to win some real Treasure! All correct answers are entered into the monthly £100 prize draw
- 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!
Trail Location
Trail Location
The Cockermouth Treasure Trail starts at:
Bitterbeck Car Park
Market Street
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9NW
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
Please Note:
This Trail explores this thriving market town with its medieval and Georgian streets, via pavements and one small section on a footpath along the river. Park in Bitterbeck car park near the Town Hall, accessed off Market Place, (CA13 9NW) as this is the start of the Trail.
There are plenty of opportunities for refreshments along the Trail with plenty of cafes, coffee shops and pubs along the way. There are public conveniences available in the car park at the start of the Trail.
To extend your stay in the town, a visit to the Wordsworth House and Garden is highly recommended.
One of the clues is set in an area of restricted access for dogs.
