Explore Helensburgh Differently
Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

- 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 1.5 miles of walking - One trail is perfect for up to 5 people
How it Works
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1. Choose how you want to explore
Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.
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2. Access it
instantlyYour App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.
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3. Explore
& solveFollow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.
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4. Submit
your answerEnter your final
answer online to
reveal the ending.
Great detectives needed!
A mystery is waiting to be solved in
Helensburgh
The quiet seaside town of Helensburgh has been rocked by the sudden disappearance of beloved TV star, Glen Herbush. The media is in a frenzy, speculating about his possible ties to organized crime. But the local police seem to be at a standstill, unable to make any progress. That's where YOU come in.
Can YOU Solve the Clues and Catch the Culprit?
Chief Inspector Holly Wood has hand-picked you to be part of her elite team of detectives. Your mission? To follow the self-guided detective mystery Trail through Helensburgh, eliminating suspects and solving the case before the credits roll.
The Trail begins at the seafront next to the swimming pool, where Glen Herbush was last seen. As you make your way along the waterfront promenade, keep an eye out for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. Then, venture into the town centre, admiring its Victorian architecture as you search for more clues.
The spotlight is on YOU, detective. Can YOU help Chief Inspector Holly Wood catch the culprit and solve this case?
Every clue brings you closer to the truth...
Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Helensburgh Treasure Trail starts at:
William Street
Helensburgh
Argyll and Bute
Argyll And Bute
G84 8RD
Scotland
Detective Mystery Trail
The Details
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Helensburgh
- 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 1.5 miles 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
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?
What is a Treasure Trail?
