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Market Harborough - Medieval New Town

Market Harborough

Medieval New Town

Market Harborough - Medieval New Town

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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.

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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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– 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 Market Harborough 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 1.5 hours of exploring
    Around 1 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

Market Harborough

Local travel agent Faye Cashun has been doing a roaring trade, sending tourists away on package holidays here, there and everywhere! But something dodgy is afoot. Her website has been hacked, and customers are ending up in the wrong places entirely: Melbourne, Derbyshire instead of Melbourne, Australia, Boston, Lincolnshire instead of Boston, Massachusetts, and Hollywood, Birmingham instead of... well, you get the idea.

Detective Chief Inspector Lou Dight has taken on the case, but technology is not his strong suit. He needs sharp, tech-savvy Detectives to hit the streets, follow the clues and expose the travel trickster before any more holidays go wildly off course. Bon voyage, Squad... it’s time to hit the road!

Mystery Adventure Through Medieval Market Harborough

Get ready for a self-guided Detective Mystery through the historic heart of Market Harborough. Starting in Church Square near the Old Grammar School and St Dionysius Church, your investigation will lead you around the town centre, along old streets, through pedestrianised areas and past fascinating local landmarks.

As you follow the Trail, you’ll solve sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments. Your mission is to eliminate innocent suspects and discard unused evidence until only the holiday hacker and the vital clue remain.

Can YOU crack the case, stop the dodgy booking blunders and make sure this travel trickster doesn’t getaway with it all?

Market Harborough - Medieval New Town
Market Harborough - Medieval New Town
Market Harborough - Medieval New Town
From the case file
Market Harborough - Medieval New Town

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 Market Harborough Treasure Trail starts at:

Church Square

High Street

Market Harborough

Leicestershire

LE16 7NB

England

Park in either Symington Way or Mill Hill car park

Mill Hill Road

Market Harborough

Leicestershire

LE16 7XA

England

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

1.5 Hours Duration

1.5 Hours

1 Mile Walking Distance

1 mile

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Trail Details:

  • A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Market Harborough
  • 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 1.0 mile long and takes 1.5 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:

Navigating The Route

This is a circular Detective Mystery through Market Harborough’s town centre, historic streets and pedestrianised areas, with sleuths following pavements and clear paths as they work to uncover who tampered with Faye Cashun’s travel bookings.

The investigation takes place on pavements and well maintained paths throughout, making it suitable for both wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Important: You will be travelling through busy town streets and crossing roads at several points, so detectives should use pedestrian crossings where available, stay alert at all times and keep younger team members under close supervision.

Take extra care along High Street, where traffic and footfall can be heavier.

PLEASE NOTE - The Memorial Garden (Clue 13) closes at 6pm so make sure you leave plenty of time to get there before then!

Getting There

By car: Symington Way or Mill Hill Car Parks (LE16 7XA) are the closest options to the start of your investigation.

By public transport: Market Harborough is well served by bus and rail links, with the town centre within easy walking distance from transport hubs.

Need the Loo?

Even top detectives need a comfort break during a long case!

Toilets can be found in The Commons Car Park after Clue 13 and in the Market building on St Mary’s Walk after Clue 15 (note that these are closed on Mondays), so plan your stops carefully as your investigation unfolds.

Bring Your Furry Sidekicks

Four-legged detectives are welcome on the case! With a mix of town streets and pedestrian areas, it’s a great outing for canine companions - just keep leads handy near roads and busier sections.

Food & Drink Stops

There are plenty of shops, cafés and places to grab refreshments throughout the town centre, so it’s easy to refuel as you follow the trail of clues.

Want to Make a Day of It?

Historic Streets and Market Town Charm

Market Harborough’s rich history is woven through its streets, with timber-framed buildings and hidden yards adding character to your investigation.

The Square and Local Life

The town’s central spaces offer a lively backdrop to your case, with markets, shops and everyday bustle helping you blend in while tracking your suspect.

Parks, Gardens and a Quiet Pause

The Memorial Gardens provide a peaceful spot to regroup mid-investigation - just be aware they close at 6pm, so plan your route accordingly.

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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