Explore Hexham 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 2 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.
Ready for an adventure?
A trail of clues awaits in
Hexham
Embrace your inner adventurer and embark on a thrilling treasure hunt through the charming town of Hexham. Recent excavations near Hexham Abbey have uncovered a casket buried by the notorious Viking, Halfdene the Dane, in 875. But what's more intriguing is the treasure map hidden within the casket's lining, revealing the locations of Halfdene's ill-gotten gains.
As the Danish historian, Vi King, believes, the map will lead to the stash of treasure Halfdene accumulated from his past ventures. But the map is incomplete, and the Exploration Society needs the help of top adventurers to follow the clues and uncover the lost loot. Are you ready to take on the challenge?
Discover the Secrets of Hexham
Get ready for a fun, family-friendly, and self-guided Treasure Hunt Trail through the charming town of Hexham. As you follow the Trail route, keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. The route will take you through the bustling Market Square, the scenic Hexham Park, and eventually to the Hexham Abbey.
Get your family and friends together and join the hunt for Halfdene's lost loot. The Exploration Society is counting on you!
Your answers hold the key...
Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Hexham Treasure Trail starts at:
Wentworth Place
Hexham
Northumberland
Northumbria
NE46 1XB
England
Trail Details:
- A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Hexham
- 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 2 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 Explorer Club
Mini Explorer 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?
