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Spot the Clues, Catch the Rival!
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Perplexing platform plot as trainspotter goes off the rails!
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Explore Darlington 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 1.8 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.
Great detectives needed!
A mystery is waiting to be solved in
Darlington
Calling all detectives! Professional trainspotter Anna Rack has gone missing while trying to break the record for most trains spotted in a year. With her rival ferroequinologist also on the verge of breaking the record, there's a sneaky suspicion that Anna's disappearance may not be a coincidence. It's up to YOU to help Detective Inspector Luca Motif solve this mystery and bring the culprit to justice.
Self-Guided Detective Mystery Trail Through Darlington
Embark on a thrilling detective adventure as you explore the historic heart of Darlington on this self-guided mystery themed Treasure Trail. Starting and ending in Market Hall area, this circular route will take you on a journey through the town's most iconic landmarks, including permanent features, existing buildings, and monuments.
As you follow the Trail route, keep an eye out for sneaky clues that will help you eliminate suspects and uncover the truth behind Anna's disappearance. But beware, Detective Inspector Luca Motif may need your help with some retail therapy along the way!
Join the investigation and see if YOU have what it takes to solve the Great Train Mystery in Darlington!
Every clue brings you closer to the truth...
Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Darlington Historic Heart Treasure Trail starts at:
Market Cross
Darlington
County Durham
DL1 5BW
England
The nearest car park to the start is:
Cornmill Shopping Centre, Priestgate
Darlington
County Durham
DL1 1LU
England
Detective
Mystery
Hours
miles
Accessible
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
Trail Details:
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Darlington
- 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 1.8 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!
More Information:
Please Note:
The Trail is marked as dog friendly but as the route is around an urban settings, sniffer dogs will need to be kept on a lead as you solve the case.
Mini Detective Club
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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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
