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Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour

Lyme Regis

The Cobb & Harbour

Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour

Where did Spike Barnacle bury his pirate gold?

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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.

– Sarah Smith

Makes exploring towns really fun.

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Great little adventures... and at £10.99 they are good value.

– L Stewart

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 Lyme Regis 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 2 hours of exploring
    Around 2 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.

Ready for an adventure?

A trail of clues awaits in

Lyme Regis

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. You'll unearth fascinating facts as you travel around, taking in Marine Parade and venture along The Cobb, famous for the opening scene of the film The French Lieutenants Woman, before heading back into town via the beautiful gardens to pick up more clues at the town mill.

The pieces of eight are just waiting to be unearthed…

Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour
Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour
Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour
From the case file
Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour

Your answers hold the key...

Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Lyme Regis Treasure Trail starts at:

Cobb Gate car park

Bridge Street

Lyme Regis

Dorset

DT7 3QD

England

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2+ Hours Duration

2+ Hours

2 Miles Walking Distance

2 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around Lyme Regis.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
  • 2-mile ‘loop’ Trail (takes 2+ hours to complete at your own pace).
  • Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
  • Learn more about where you live or explore somewhere new.
  • Download your Trail now for INSTANT FUN (or receive your copy in the post)!

More Information:

Before you set off on your awesome adventure to explore Lyme Regis, there are a few things you need to know...

The route is not friendly for wheelchair users and pushchairs.

If the weather is bad, you may not be able to access one of the clues on the harbour wall.

Bring your four-legged friends along! This is a dog-friendly Trail.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is Charmouth Road (DT7 3DR), just a five-minute walk away. 

There are some fantastic events in Lyme Regis’ calendar, all of which are fantastic times to visit this beautiful town. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Visit Dorset.

There are public toilets available after Clue 04, and the route passes several pubs, shops and cafes along the way. 

Looking for more things to do in Lyme Regis? Make a day of it and go fossil hunting, or visit Lyme Regis Museum and Dinosaurland Fossil Museum to learn more twisting tales about the town’s past and dinosaur links. You could even challenge yourself to our Lyme Regis – Town, Mill & Gardens Trail and let out your inner daring detective!

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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