Explore Salisbury 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 2 hours of exploring
Around 1.6 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
Salisbury
Attention all detectives! A heinous crime has been committed in the peaceful city of Salisbury. A charity's collection of beloved toys, donated by local children, has been destroyed, with toy parts scattered everywhere. And to make matters worse, a calling card was left behind by the notorious Extoyminator - a criminal who despises toys and is determined to destroy them all. It's up to YOU to use your detective skills and uncover the identity of this villain before it's too late. Are you ready for the challenge, detectives?
A Scavenger Hunt Through Salisbury's Cathedral & Gardens
Get ready for an exciting self-guided scavenger hunt that will take you on a journey through the tranquil and unique areas of Salisbury. Starting at Elizabeth Gardens, you'll patrol through the Cathedral Close, a beautiful area surrounding the stunning Gothic cathedral. Along the way, you'll discover stories and clues that will help you solve the mystery.
Don't waste any time, super sleuths. The destruction of the charity's toys has gone too far, and we need YOU to put an end to the Extoyminator's reign of terror. Good luck on your adventure!
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 Salisbury 1 - Cathedral Close Treasure Trail starts at:
Lush House Car Park
Crane Bridge Road
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP2 7TD
England
Trail Details:
- A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Salisbury.
- Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
- 1.6-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)!
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?
