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Dornoch - Cathedral, Castle & Jail

Dornoch

Cathedral, Castle & Jail

Dornoch - Cathedral, Castle & Jail

Can you find the priceless palace plunder?

£10.99 GBP
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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 Dornoch 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 1.7 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.

Ready for an adventure?

A trail of clues awaits in

Dornoch

Legend has it that the old Bishop's Palace of St Gilbert in Dornoch was filled with riches and treasures. But over time, the palace fell into disrepair and the treasures were lost. Until now. The Intrepid Explorers Society has uncovered an old treasure map with a series of puzzling clues that they believe lead to the Bishop's lost treasure. Are you brave enough to join them on this adventure and uncover the secrets of the map?

Treasure Hunt Through Dornoch - Cathedral, Castle & Jail

Get ready for an exciting self-guided Treasure Hunt through the historic and scenic town of Dornoch. As you follow the Trail, you'll discover sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments that will lead you to the location of the buried treasure.

Start your journey at the magnificent Dornoch Cathedral, a stunning example of medieval architecture. Then, make your way to the Dornoch Castle, which is believed to have been the site of the old Bishop's Palace. Finally, explore the Dornoch Jail, a fascinating piece of local history that has now been transformed into a museum.

With the help of your treasure map and sharp detective skills, you'll unravel the clues and solve the mystery of the Bishop's lost treasure. Will you be the one to uncover the riches?

Dornoch - Cathedral, Castle & Jail
Dornoch - Cathedral, Castle & Jail
Dornoch - Cathedral, Castle & Jail
From the case file
Dornoch - Cathedral, Castle & Jail

Your answers hold the key...

Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Dornoch Treasure Trail starts at:

Struie Road

Dornoch

Highlands

The Highlands

IV25 3SU

Scotland

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

1.5 Hours Duration

1.5 Hours

1.7 Miles Walking Distance

1.7 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

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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