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Dartmouth - Ancient River Port

Dartmouth

Ancient River Port

Dartmouth - Ancient River Port

Chef Ivor Bigtum has eaten his final meal

£10.99 GBP
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5* reviews from
8,000+ happy families

They are a really good and fun way to explore a new town or city, or your local area... Suitable for all ages. We are in our 70's.

– Laura Reeves

We were a group of 3 generations between 17 and 70ish – you really don't need to have children with you to enjoy these trails.

– Sarah Smith

Makes exploring towns really fun.

– Karunen Pillay Vencatasawmy

Great little adventures... and at £10.99 they are good value.

– L Stewart

Fantastic time spent exploring, treasure hunting, seeing new places.

– Jane Stevens

We got to see new places and things you wouldn’t notice, if you were simply walking round.

– Laura Beale

Brilliant fun, covering all ages. I've done these alone, with my teen kids and even did one as a first date!

– Zara Lyford

A great way of visiting a place in a way you wouldn't normally.

– DaveB3650

You look at features of towns you don't normally notice.

– Rachel Hill

Enjoyable solving clues and going to places in the town which we never knew existed.

– Mr Stephen Parnell

An excellent way of exploring a new or familiar place.

– Lucien Riviere

We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

– Kate Hood

Explore Dartmouth Differently

Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

A family reading a Treasure Trails booklet together on a sunny street
  • 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 1.5 hours of exploring
    Around 1 miles of walking
  • One trail is perfect for up to 5 people

How it Works

  1. 1. Choose how you want to explore

    Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.

  2. 2. Access it
    instantly

    Your App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.

  3. 3. Explore
    & solve

    Follow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.

  4. 4. Submit
    your answer

    Enter your final
    answer online to
    reveal the ending.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

Dartmouth

The charming town of Dartmouth was left reeling when beloved celebrity chef, Ivor Bigtum, met an untimely end. Known for his famous bread, Ivor's demise came as a shock to the community. But with his success came envy, and Chief Inspector Laura Norder suspects that foul play may be at hand. With her team stumped, she's calling on a TOP Detective to help solve this perplexing crime. That's where YOU come in! Can you follow the trail of clues to uncover the truth and bring justice to Dartmouth?

A Detective Mystery Through Ancient Dartmouth

Looking for a fun day out with family and friends in Dartmouth? Look no further than this self-guided detective mystery themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the trail through the charming town, you'll have to put your detective skills to the test and solve sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. With cobbles, steps, and paths to navigate, you'll explore the rich history and heritage of Dartmouth while enjoying the local shops and curiosities.

Starting at the Tourist Information Centre, this circular Trail will take you on a journey through the ancient river port of Dartmouth. Keep your eyes peeled for clues and eliminate suspects as you uncover the truth behind Ivor's tragic end.

Will you rise to the challenge and solve the mystery of the missing celebrity chef?

Dartmouth - Ancient River Port
Dartmouth - Ancient River Port
Dartmouth - Ancient River Port
From the case file
Dartmouth - Ancient River Port

Every clue brings you closer to the truth...

Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Dartmouth Treasure Trail starts at:

The Quay

Dartmouth

Devon

Devon

TQ6 9PS

England

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

1.5 Hours Duration

1.5 Hours

1 Mile Walking Distance

1 mile

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Dartmouth
  • 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 mile long and takes 1.5 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 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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