Framlingham - Historic Market Town

Navigating The Route

This is a circular Spy Mission around Framlingham Historic Market Town, with Agents helping HQ stop a villainous spy ring called BEAST, who have developed a dream serum to release into the local mere - follow the scattered clues around Framlingham town centre and castle grounds to crack the code for the antidote and stop the plan.

The operation covers approximately 2 miles and should take around 2+ hours to complete. You'll twist and turn through the town centre and castle grounds, tackling alleyways, a lane, a wide grassed area, rough steps, a wooden bridge and a cinder path before returning to Market Hill, where the mission began.

This Trail is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Along this mission route, you will encounter uneven paths and ground that can sometimes get boggy and muddy after rain. Sturdy, waterproof footwear is strongly advised!

Cross roads carefully, including Fore Street, and take care of moving vehicles near the ducking pool. Follow the route carefully around the road section with no entry signs, take care on the steps into the church grounds, and keep dogs on leads near the mere.

Getting There

By car: Your mission begins at The Crown Hotel, Market Hill (IP13 9AP). Parking options are The Elms, New Street (IP13 9HW), which is free, and Fore Street (IP13 9DY), which is paid.

By public transport: Make your way to The Crown Hotel on Market Hill to begin the mission. The circular route returns to Market Hill once the antidote code has been tracked down.

Need the Loo?

There are toilets along Crown and Anchor Road after Clue 15, and a public toilet can be found along Crown and Anchor Lane if needed.

Bring Your Furry Sidekicks

Four-legged Agents can join the mission 🐾

Dogs must be kept on leads near the mere. The route also includes town roads, Fore Street, the ducking pool area, rough steps, a wooden bridge, alleyways, grassed ground and paths that can become boggy and muddy after rain, so keep canine recruits close and ready for muddy paws.

Food & Drink Stops

Code-cracking is easier with decent supplies. There are plenty of places to pick up provisions around the town, and the route starts by the Crown Hotel, with a butchers and a deli mentioned early on.

The castle grounds are a good picnic spot if your team wants to pause the operation and refuel outdoors.

Want to Make a Day of It?

Framlingham Castle

The castle is the standout extra on this mission. Dating back to the 12th century, it was once the refuge of Mary Tudor before she became Queen in 1553. By the mid 17th century it was the site of a 'poorhouse', and during World War II it formed an integral part of the defences against invasion - ideal for Agents who like their antidote-hunting with a hefty dose of history.

Pageant Field

If younger Agents need to let off some steam, Pageant Field is the place HQ suggests. There's a playground and skate park near Clue 13, making it a handy break point during the operation.