Explore Matlock Bath 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 1.5 hours of exploring
Around 1.4 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.
Great detectives needed!
A mystery is waiting to be solved in
Matlock Bath
Local swimming attendant, Duncan Under, has gone missing in the picturesque village of Matlock Bath. As the town prepares for the highly-anticipated swimming race between the Matlock Bathers and Mersey Maids, Chief Inspector Gert Yer suspects foul play. She needs the help of top detectives to solve the mystery and find Duncan before it's too late.
Scavenger Hunt Through Matlock Bath
Get ready for a fun-filled day out with family and friends in Matlock Bath, as you embark on this self-guided detective mystery themed Treasure Trail. Begin your adventure at the train station, where you'll follow a winding trail through the scenic village, passing by high cliffs and a winding river.
As you solve the sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments, you'll eliminate suspects and unravel the mystery. Keep your eyes peeled for slaloming kayaks as you criss-cross the river, and don't forget to return to the start to complete your adventure.
Will YOU be able to solve the mystery and find Duncan Under? Join the case and find out!
Every clue brings you closer to the truth...
Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Matlock Bath Treasure Trail starts at:
Dale Road
Matlock Bath
Derbyshire
Derbyshire
DE4 3NT
England
Trail Details:
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Matlock Bath
- 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 1.4 miles 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!
Mini Detective Club
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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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
