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Darlington - Roman Heart & River

Darlington - Roman Heart & River

Perplexing platform plot as trainspotter goes off the rails!

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Trail format

Detective Mystery Trail

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2+ Hours Duration

2+ Hours

1.8 Miles Walking Distance

1.8 miles

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

The Great Train Mystery - Help Detective Inspector Luca Motif Solve the Case!

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!

The 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
  • 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!
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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

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?

Before You Set Off

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.