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Manchester - Magical Spinningfields

Manchester

Magical Spinningfields

Manchester - Magical Spinningfields

Locate the spellbook and lift the curse!

£10.99 GBP
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5* reviews from
8,000+ happy families

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.

– Karunen Pillay Vencatasawmy

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 Manchester 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 1.7 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

Manchester

For years, the city of Manchester has been under the wicked witch Abby Cadabra's curse, bringing never-ending rainfall to its streets. It's up to YOU to break the spell and bring back the sun, but beware of the fantastical beasts that roam the area!

Treasure Hunt Through Spinningfields

Get ready for an immersive self-guided treasure hunt through the vibrant and bustling Spinningfields area. As you explore the area, you'll come across magical clues and fantastical tales that will lead you to the spellbook.

The adventure begins at the library at St Peter's Square, where you'll be spellbound by the spellbooks on offer. From there, you'll journey through the historic streets of Manchester, encountering enchanting landmarks and hidden secrets along the way.

But be careful, the wicked witch's spells have left tricky challenges and cleverly disguised clues that only the bravest explorers can solve. Do YOU have what it takes to lift the curse and bring back the sunshine?

Manchester - Magical Spinningfields
Manchester - Magical Spinningfields
Manchester - Magical Spinningfields
From the case file
Manchester - Magical Spinningfields

Your answers hold the key...

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

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Manchester - The Wizard's Spellbook Treasure Trail starts at:

Central Library

St Peter's Square

Manchester

Greater Manchester

M2 5PD

England

Q-Park Piazza

St James Street

Manchester

Greater Manchester

M1 4LX

England

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

1.7 Miles Walking Distance

1.7 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A magical self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around Manchester.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 1.7-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, there are a few things you need to know...

Unfortunately, the Trail is not marked as friendly for wheelchairs due to the number of steps along the route. However, most of those steps can be easily bypassed with a pushchair, and the only major ones have a lift to get you up to the top!

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

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Q-Park Piazza (M1 4LX), just a five-minute walk away. Or why not try one of Manchester's fantastic Park and Ride services? The Trail start is perfectly placed for access via the tram, with a nearby tram stop at St Peter's Square.

There are some fantastic events in Manchester's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions - especially Christmas. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Manchester Visitor Information.

There are toilets available at the People's History Museum and the John Rylands Library. (Please check John Rylands Library opening hours by clicking here, as they are not open every day of the week.)  There is a myriad of cafes, restaurants, pubs and other eating establishments to visit from Clue 13 onwards.

Why not make a day of it by taking a look inside Manchester Cathedral or visiting one of Manchester's fantastic attractions, like the Science and Industry Museum or the People's History Museum? You could even try our other Manchester Trails to uncover more twisting tales about this amazing city!

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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