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Edinburgh - Royal Mile & Heart

Edinburgh - Royal Mile & Heart

Investigate the brewer's bitter end...

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Trail format

Detective Mystery Trail

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

The Case of the Missing Ale - Can YOU Crack the Clues?

Something is brewing in the bustling city of Edinburgh, and it's not just the famous Edinburgh Festival. The beloved beer entrepreneur, Maltby Hopper, has been found deceased under suspicious circumstances. With a cryptic note in his pocket reading "Ale Always Love You", the police are convinced this was no accident.

Chief Superintendent Ivanta Crackadiscase has called upon YOU, the top detective, to lead the investigation. Can YOU follow the Trail, examine the evidence, and crack the clues to solve this puzzling case?

Detective Mystery Through the Royal Mile and Heart of Edinburgh

Attention all super sleuths! Grab your magnifying glasses and prepare for a self-guided Detective Mystery Trail through the royal mile and heart of Edinburgh. From the ancient cobbled streets to the towering castle, this trail will take you on a journey through the city's rich heritage and culture, all while unravelling a twisted tale.

Trouble is brewing in the city, and festival-goers are in shock at the discovery of Maltby Hopper's untimely demise. With his final words being "Ale always love you", it's up to YOU to determine if this was a crime of passion or if a jealous rival is responsible. Can YOU help Chief Superintendent Crackadiscase by solving the sneaky clues and revealing the crafty criminal?

Edinburgh is calling… Will YOU answer the call and solve the mystery?

The Details

  • A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Edinburgh's Royal Mile
  • 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
  • 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 Edinburgh Royal Mile Treasure Trail starts at:

Cockburn Street

Edinburgh

City of Edinburgh

Edinburgh & The Lothians

EH1 1QA

Scotland

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

Before you set off on your awesome adventure, there are a few things you need to know...

The Trail is friendly for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that this is a busy city centre, so dogs will need to be kept on leads.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the start of the Trail is the St John's Hill NCP (EH8 9UL), just a 10-minute walk away. Or why not try one of Edinburgh's fantastic Park and Ride services?

There are some fantastic events in Edinburgh's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions - especially during the Fringe Festival. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Edinburgh Visitor Information.

Public toilets are available at the start and middle of the Trail, and there is a myriad of cafes, restaurants, pubs and other eating establishments throughout the route.

Why not make a day of it by visiting Mary King Close, St Giles Cathedral or Edinburgh Castle along the way? You could even challenge yourself to another Trail adventure to uncover more twisting tales about this amazing city!