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    Unravel Beefie's Chilling Case

  • Follow the Clues & Unlock the Secrets of a Thrilling Quest
  • Interactive Scavenger Hunt - A Puzzle-Solving Outdoor Challenge
  • Engaging Scavenger Hunt Challenge - Test Your Puzzle-Solving Skills
  • Track Down Clues & Solve Riddles in This Scavenger Quest
  • An Exciting Adventure Awaits - Crack the Mystery & Solve Clues
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Hereford - Cathedral & City

Hereford

Cathedral & City

Hereford - Cathedral & City

The curious case of the frozen chef...

£10.99 GBP
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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.

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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 Hereford 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 1.75 hours of exploring
    Around 1.5 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.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

Hereford

James 'Beefie' Cooke, a master chef known for his delicious sausages, casseroles, and burgers, had just opened a new restaurant in Hereford. The locals were eagerly anticipating its grand opening, but on the day before, Beefie was discovered frozen in his walk-in freezer.

Was this a terrible accident, the act of a jealous rival, or a sinister plot cooked up by the AMEA (Anti Meat Eater Activists)? Police Chief, Bea Havers, is in a stew about it and needs YOUR help, detectives, to solve the clues in this half-baked case. Are you ready to join the investigation and crack the mystery? Let's get cracking!

Scavenger Hunt Through Hereford - Cathedral & City

Looking for a fun day out with family and friends or a way to entertain the kids in Hereford? Look no further! Embark on this self-guided detective mystery themed Treasure Trail and explore Hereford Cathedral and the City.

As you follow the Trail route, you'll encounter sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. Can you eliminate the suspects and discover whodunit?

The Trail begins at Hereford Cathedral, taking you through the bustling city full of historical interest, attractive buildings, alleyways, and old courtyards. You'll then follow the river to reach the Cathedral, home to the medieval Mappa Mundi and Chained Library.

Are you ready to put your detective skills to the test and solve the case of the Frozen Chef in Hereford?

Hereford - Cathedral & City
Hereford - Cathedral & City
Hereford - Cathedral & City
From the case file
Hereford - Cathedral & City

Every clue brings you closer to the truth...

Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Hereford Cathedral and the City Treasure Trail starts at:

Cathedral Close

Hereford

Herefordshire

Herefordshire

HR1 2NG

England

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

1.75 Hours Duration

1.75 Hours

1.5 Miles Walking Distance

1.5 miles

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Hereford Cathedral and City
  • 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 1.75 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!

More Information:

Please Note:

Long stay parking - is available at Merton Meadow (HR4 9HE) but you do have to walk about 10 mins to get to the start point of the Trail. There are more expensive car parks closer to the start.

Market Days - Are generally Wednesday and Saturday and on these days, some of the clues might be trickier to find.

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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