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    Unveil the Invisible Device

  • Track Down Clues & Crack the Codes in an Outdoor Treasure Hunt
  • Discover Hidden Clues & Solve Riddles in This Treasure Hunt
  • Follow the Clues & Unlock Secrets in This Thrilling Quest
  • Solve Puzzles & Explore a Fun Treasure Hunt Adventure
  • An Exciting Adventure Awaits - Crack the Mystery & Solve Clues
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Newport - County Town of Gremlins

Newport

County Town of Gremlins

Newport - County Town of Gremlins

Can you stop the gremlins' sneaky schemes before it's too late?

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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 Newport 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 1.5 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.

Top secret!

We've got a mission for you in

Newport

The pesky giggling gremlins of Newport have managed to get their sneaky little hands on an invisibility device. It was invented by world-famous physicist Ant E. Matter to help the government with a super secret mission. Can you imagine what mischief the gremlins could get up to with this machine?

These naughty creatures have pinky-promised that they will hand over the device if we work out all the clues they have left around the town. We have until 2300 hours today since, as part of the agreement, we also have to hand over some delicious Isle of Wight ice cream, and we don't want it to melt… Ready? Your mission starts now!

Spy Mission Through Newport - County Town of Gremlins

Attention super spies! We need you for a self-guided spy mission through the heart of this amazing county town. You'll find clues around every corner as you search through the bustling environment of the town, then through a charming garden and park area before sneaking back to complete your mission back in the heart of the town.

There are real gremlins in the works on the Isle of Wight! A fantastical machine that would aid their heinous plan has fallen into the hands of the pesky little troublemakers, and with it, they plan to wreak untold havoc, not only in Newport but across the entire Island! We need you, our top-level agent, to solve a trail of sneaky clues that the little tikes have set - which, if you are successful, will see them return the device and ensure that you save the day!

Newport - County Town of Gremlins
Newport - County Town of Gremlins
Newport - County Town of Gremlins
From the case file
Newport - County Town of Gremlins

Everything you've uncovered has led to this...

Use the intelligence you've gathered, crack the final challenge and bring the mission to a successful close.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Gremlin Trouble in Newport Treasure Trail starts at:

Quay Street

Newport

Isle of Wight

Isle Of Wight

PO30 1TY

England


Secret Spy Mission Trail

Spy Mission Themed Trail

Spy
Mission

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

1.5 Miles Walking Distance

1.5 miles

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

The Details

  • A self-guided spy mission walking Trail around Newport.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 1.5-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)!

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

This Trail is suitable for pushchair and wheelchair users.

Four-legged friends are welcome, but they will need to stay on leads and be well-behaved in the town.

Toilets can be found in the vicinity of Clue 09. Why not plan for a picnic in the garden area, which you'll be at toward the end of your mission, at Clues 14 and 15. There's also a playpark here for junior spies to let off any pent up steam. There are many opportunities for snacks and refreshments throughout the Trail.

Parking is available at Little London car park on Sea Street (PO30 5BN). If this is full when you visit, the County Hall car park further along Sea Street (PO30 5BW) is also available. Both are a short walk away from the start point of the Trail.

There are some fantastic events in Newport's calendar, from the Newport Carnival to the fantastic Isle of Wight day. Although these are great times to visit Newport, some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access. If you would like further information about event dates, why not visit the Isle of Wight's official tourism website.

Once you have saved the day with the spy mission, why not spend the rest of it visiting nearby Carisbrooke Castle? Or you could even find out more about the history of the area at the fascinating Museum of Island History in the Guildhall at the start and end of the Trail.


Mini Secret Agent 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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