Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour

Spike Me Barnacles, There's Treasure to Uncover!

In 1718, notorious pirate Spike Barnacle retired to Lyme Regis at the venerable age of 55, his pirate days behind him and a hoard of gold stashed away as his hard-earned pension. Ever the cautious sort, Spike buried his treasure on Chick Island, just off the Dorset coast, trusting no one - not even his loyal crew! To celebrate his retirement, the crew threw him a raucous party. But as the revelry faded, Spike vanished without a trace. All he left behind was a weathered map and a cryptic series of clues tucked inside his old pirate trunk. Generations passed, and his secret remained hidden… until now. One of Spike's distant descendants, a great-great-great (times six!) grandchild, has come forward with a request for help. They're calling on YOU, the bravest explorers, to dust off your compass, sharpen your wits, and decipher Spike's clues to uncover his legendary lost treasure. Shiver me timbers… adventure awaits!

Treasure Hunt Through Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour

It's time to search for pirate gold, me hearties!

Your self-guided treasure hunt quest will have you roaming through the heart of Lyme Regis as you track down the sneaky clues. Venture along The Cobb, famous for the opening scene of the film The French Lieutenants Woman, and unearth fascinating facts as you travel around the beautiful gardens and town mill.

The pieces of eight are just waiting to be unearthed…

In 1718, at the ripe old salty pirate age of 55, Spike Barnacle retired to his home port of Lyme Regis. He buried his pension fund - a hoard of gold and jewels - on Chick Island, just off the Dorset coast. Then, Spike mysteriously disappeared, leaving a treasure map tucked away in his old pirate trunk at home. Can YOU brush up on your pirate lingo and follow Spike's clues to track down the treasure trove?