River Derwent - Elvington & Sutton
River Derwent - Elvington & Sutton
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Secret Spy Mission Trail
Spy
Mission
1 Hour
1 mile
1 mile
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
The Evil Baron's Booby Trap - Can YOU Save the Bridge?
The quaint villages of Elvington and Sutton upon Derwent are in grave danger. The evil Baron Ivor Grudge has devised a dastardly plan to destroy the ancient stone bridge that separates them. Why, you ask? Perhaps he simply enjoys causing chaos, or maybe he has a grudge against listed buildings. Whatever the reason, it's up to you to stop him!
Jane Spond, the renowned detective spy-master, has taken on the case and is in need of deputy spy detectives to help her. Are you ready to take on the challenge of decoding the device and disarming it before it's too late? The fate of these two villages rests in your hands.
Spy Mission Through the Villages of Elvington and Sutton
Get ready for an exciting day out with family and friends in North Yorkshire as you embark on this self-guided Spy Mission themed Treasure Trail. Starting outside The Grey Horse in Elvington, you'll explore the charming village with its quaint cottages and village green, and then make your way over the River Derwent to Sutton upon Derwent, where more clues await.
Follow in the footsteps of Jane Spond and put your detective skills to the test as you solve sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. Can you crack the code and save the bridge before it's too late?
Join the mission and be a hero - are you up for the challenge?
The Details
- A Spy Mission themed driving and walking Treasure Trail exploring Elvington & Sutton upon Derwent Trail
- 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 involves approximately 1 mile of walking and 1 mile of driving, and will take around 1 hour 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!
Trail Location
Trail Location
The Elvington & Sutton upon Derwent Trail Treasure Trail starts at:
Roxby Close
Elvington
York
North Yorkshire
YO41 4EJ
England
Mini Secret Agent Club
Mini Secret Agent 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?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Please Note:
This spectacular Spy Trail will take you around two beautiful villages in the York and Humber region. Located six miles to the south east of historic York, you will discover the attractive village of Elvington, and the starting point for this Trail.
Nestled amidst the quaint cottages that make this village so endearing, and directly opposite the village green, is The Grey Horse public house. Feel free to call in before or after the Trail for refreshments. They even offer accommodation if you feel like an overnight stay.
To reach the second half of the Trail you will need to take a short drive or walk to the small, neighbouring village of Sutton upon Derwent. In 1997 Roman remains were discovered in the vicinity, suggesting evidence of a possible Roman settlement.
These days locals and visitors alike can expect a warm welcome at the St.Vincent Arms. People flock from far and wide to enjoy the delectable food, fine wines and great selection of real ales that are on offer in this popular pub. A perfect place to end this Trail.
This Spy Trail is set in the two villages of Elvington and Sutton upon Derwent. It is about 2 miles long and will take approximately 2 hours to complete if you choose to walk between the two villages. Alternatively, there is an option to drive between the two villages, thereby halving the walking distance and time it will take to complete the Trail. As the Trail is set mostly on flat footpaths, normal walking shoes will suffice. There are a few steps and uneven terrain to negotiate along the way so regrettably the Trail is not suitable for wheelchair users. If assistance is available, then there shouldn't be too much difficulty for those with pushchairs. The kissing gate at the entrance to the churchyard in Elvington could prove tricky for some types of pushchairs.
