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Shanklin - Old Village, Chine & Park

Shanklin - Old Village, Chine & Park

Bring poetic justice to the Shanklin book burglar!

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Trail format

Treasure Hunt Trail

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

2 Miles Walking Distance

2 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Bring Poetic Justice to the Shanklin Book Burglar!

Following in the footsteps of many famous writers and poets, budding poet laureate Dotty Limerick has arrived in Shanklin, seeking some inspiration after suffering from writer's block. But when her tatty old notebook with all of her treasured scribblings is stolen from her room, Dotty is devastated. However, a mysterious envelope arrives, containing a map and clues, along with a message from the culprit:

"I entered your bedroom for treasures to steal, but found only words: they're not worth a great deal! The clues are all over, if you'll only look. So follow the Trail and uncover your book!"

Dotty may be a great poet in the making, but she's no treasure seeker or puzzle solver. That's why she's turned to the Exploration Society and their most ace adventurers (YOU!) to help her solve the clues and retrieve her life's work. Are YOU up for the challenge?

Treasure Hunt Through Shanklin's Old Village, Chine, and Park

Are you looking for something to do with family and friends or seeking a fun day out with the kids in Shanklin? Then why not embark on this self-guided Treasure Hunt that will take you on a journey through the Old Village, Chine, and Parks & Gardens. Along the way, you'll explore much of Shanklin's natural, beautiful, and historic heritage as you solve sneaky clues hidden in existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments.

Starting at the Vernon Meadow car park, the Trail will lead you through the charming Old Village, the lush Chine, and the picturesque Parks & Gardens before taking you along the seafront. Keep your eyes open and your mind sharp as you follow the clues and uncover the location of Dotty's buried treasure-her beloved notebook.

Dotty is counting on YOU to bring poetic justice to the Shanklin Book Burglar! Good luck out there!

The Details

  • A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Shanklin
  • 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 2 miles long and takes 2 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
  • Chance to win some real Treasure! All correct answers are entered into the monthly £100 prize draw
  • 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!
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Trail Location

The Shanklin Old Village Treasure Trail starts at:

Eastcliff Road

Shanklin

Isle Of Wight

PO37 6AA

England

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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What is a Treasure Trail?

Before You Set Off

Please Note: This Trail has not been marked as wheelchair / pushchair friendly, as the route it follows encounters lots of steep hills and steps.